By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - South Africa joins the world today, marking World Obesity Day. On this day, health leaders warn that obesity is a chronic disease driven by far more than personal choice. The Heart and Stroke Foundation South Africa, alongside the National Department of Health, says more than half of South African adults are living with overweight or obesity, with cases in children rising sharply. Guided by the World Obesity Federation theme "8 Billion Reasons to Act on Obesity", stakeholders are calling for urgent action to improve prevention, treatment and access to care. Heart and Stroke Foundation CEO, Prof Pamela Naidoo explains the seriousness of the situation... 

<p>By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - South Africa joins the world today, marking World Obesity Day. On this day, health leaders warn that obesity is a chronic disease driven by far more than personal choice. The Heart and Stroke Foundation South Africa, alongside the National Department of Health, says more than half of South African adults are living with overweight or obesity, with cases in children rising sharply. Guided by the World Obesity Federation theme "8 Billion Reasons to Act on Obesity", stakeholders are calling for urgent action to improve prevention, treatment and access to care. Heart and Stroke Foundation CEO, Prof Pamela Naidoo explains the seriousness of the situation...&nbsp;</p>

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