New WHO Guidelines for Managing Childhood Obesity in Cyprus
October 8, 2026
The World Health Organization has introduced new treatment guidelines for childhood and adolescent obesity, allowing the use of medications from age 10. In Cyprus, one in five 9-year-olds and one in four boys are affected by obesity. The new guidelines emphasize proper nutrition and exercise as key priorities. The WHO recognizes obesity as a chronic disease that requires long-term management and treatment. Statistics show an increasing trend of obesity among children and adolescents globally.