National Obesity Awareness Week

National Obesity Awareness Week runs from 13 to 20 January, encouraging people to make positive changes to their health. It promotes practical, compassionate support around food and activity.

When is National Obesity Awareness Week?

National Obesity Awareness Week is marked every January (January 13-20). It is one of the many UK awareness days that bring people together around a shared cause — see the full calendar.

Why National Obesity Awareness Week matters

Obesity is linked to serious health conditions and places huge pressure on the NHS, yet stigma often stops people seeking help. The week champions support without judgement and the small steps that add up. Explore health & well-being volunteering.

How to get involved in National Obesity Awareness Week

There are three simple ways to make National Obesity Awareness Week count:

• Volunteer — help run a community cook-along, walking group or healthy-living workshop. Browse opportunities.
• Fundraise — set up a sponsored step challenge or charity fun run to raise funds for health projects.
• Raise awareness — share balanced healthy-living tips online and challenge weight stigma.

National Obesity Awareness Week volunteering opportunities

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Get involved with National Obesity Awareness Week

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