Obesity: A Global and Canadian/Chinese Perspective 

Abstract 

Global obesity/overweight rates have nearly tripled since 1975, according to WHO. These concerning statistics have been the subject of intense study and debate among various countries looking for solutions and frequently highlighted by news outlets and scientific journals (medicine and public heath). However, the growing rates of obesity/overweight are not an exclusive Western problem. In fact, the prevalence of obesity/overweight is increasing at an alarming rate in many countries across the world including China. Obesity/overweight are common chronic conditions that increase the risk of numerous health problems, many of which are potentially life-threatening, including cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, cancer, and mental health issues. It is especially difficult to lose weight among those suffering from obesity/ overweight, as it is a complex condition created by diverse genetic, environmental, cultural, and socioeconomic pathways. Unfortunately, no country has shown any significant progress in effectively tackling its obesity/overweight problem over the last 30 years. This universal failure suggests that we need to rethink our approach and consider designing and implementing innovative national policies and programmes focusing on our pediatric and young populations.  

BIO

Professor John Moraros (MD, PhD, MPH) is an internationally recognized leader, scholar and senior administrator in the fields of public health, epidemiology/health disparities and higher education. Dr. Moraros is the new Dean and Professor, School of Science, XJTLU. His research areas encompass Community/Public Health, Health Disparities, Inequities/Inequalities, Social Determinants of Health, and Minority/Marginalized Populations Health. He maintains an active interdisciplinary teaching and research agenda. He has authored or co-authored more than 50 peer-reviewed manuscripts in highly respected scientific journals and has given more than 60 scientific presentations in various national and international conferences. Dr. Moraros research is predicated on evidence-based, community participatory approach, leading to practical and effective public health interventions and utilizes culturally appropriate strategies to help empower minority/vulnerable populations. 

关于“肥胖”这件事：全球、加拿大、中国视角 

摘要

从世界卫生组织每年的统计数据来看，1975年以来，全球肥胖和超重率增加了接近两倍。这些看上去令人担忧的统计数据一直是各国寻求解决方案的激烈研究和辩论的主题，也经常被新闻媒体和医学与公共卫生相关的科学杂志重点报道。然而，肥胖和超重率不断上升并不是西方独有的问题。事实上，在包括中国在内的许多国家，肥胖和超重所导致的疾病发病率正在快速上升。肥胖和超重作为一种常见的慢性病，增加了许多健康问题的风险，例如心血管疾病、糖尿病、癌症和精神健康问题。肥胖/超重的人减肥尤其困难，因为它是由不同的遗传、环境、文化和社会经济等多种因素造成的复杂情况。遗憾的是，过去 30 年来，没有一个国家在有效解决肥胖/超重问题方面取得任何重大进展。这种普遍的失败表明，我们需要重新思考方法，并考虑设计和实施以儿童和年轻人为重点的创新国家政策和计划。 

人物简介

John Moraros教授（医学博士、公共卫生硕士）是国际公认的公共卫生、流行病学/健康差异和高等教育领域的领导者、学者和高级管理者。John Moraros博士是西交利物浦大学理学院新任院长兼教授。他的研究领域包括社区/公共卫生、健康差异、不公平/不平等、健康的社会决定因素和少数群体/边缘化人群健康。John Moraros 教授积极开展跨学科教学和研究工作。他在备受推崇的科学杂志上撰写或合著了 50 多篇经同行评审的手稿，并在各种国内和国际会议上做了 60 多场科学演讲。John Moraros 博士的研究基于循证的社区参与方法，制定实用有效的公共卫生干预措施，并适当利用文化策略来帮助增强少数群体/弱势群体的能力。