Implications of International and Domestic Strategies, Policies, and Practices for Obesity Prevention and Control - China, 2023.

Introduction Obesity has emerged as a critical public health challenge in China, with prevalence rates rising steadily across all age groups and threatening both long-term health outcomes and economic sustainability. This study examines China's current obesity prevention and control landscape, comparing it with international practices to provide evidence-based recommendations for strengthening national strategies. Methods Between July and October 2023, we conducted a comprehensive literature review and engaged 19 experts (9 from China; 10 from the United States (US), Japan, the United Kingdom (UK), and Spain) through purposive, criterion-based sampling. We collected data using a semi-structured questionnaire covering personal information, obesity-related policies and service status, and recommendations for China. Quantitative data underwent descriptive analysis, while qualitative data were examined using thematic analysis. Results Experts identified persistent barriers in China's obesity control efforts, including fragmented policies, insufficient public awareness, suboptimal service quality, and limited healthcare facilities. Compared with high-income countries, China's approach lacks robust regulatory frameworks and effective multisectoral coordination mechanisms. Conclusions These findings underscore the urgent need for China to strengthen evidence-based, integrated approaches to obesity prevention and management. Adapting successful international experiences to local contexts will be essential for enhancing national obesity control efforts and advancing the Healthy China initiative goals.

• Publication year

  2025

• Venue

  China CDC Weekly

• Publication date

  2025-08-29

• Fields of study

  Medicine, Political Science

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  DOI 10.46234/ccdcw2025.192PMID 40937170PMCID PMC12421418
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  Open on Semantic Scholar

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  Semantic Scholar, PubMed

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