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Obesity is a chronic disease

We are pleased to share this new infographic, developed with our Canadian colleagues, explaining the complexity of obesity. Learn more about genetic, biological, and environmental aspects of this remitting, relapsing chronic disease.

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Save the Date! EASO COMs Summit 1-2 December 2025

COMs, ECN, Education, Upcoming Events

The ESE Young Endocrine Scientists (EYES) Annual Meeting: 26-28 September 2025, Milan, Italy

ECN, Education, Upcoming Events

Nordic Obesity Meeting: Advancing Knowledge, Improving Lives, 5-6 February 2026, Stockholm, Sweden

Education, Upcoming Events

Applications Open: EASO Masterclass, 20-22 November 2025, Cascais, Portugal

EASO Masterclass, Education, Upcoming Events

Applications Open: Early Career Network Masterclass, 20-22 November 2025, Cascais, Portugal

EASO Masterclass, ECN, Education, Upcoming Events

Webinar: AI and health data governance – 28 May 2025

Course & Events Archive, Education

Obesity Micro-Learning Modules

Education

Pre-Registration to the 12th ESE Young Endocrinologists & Scientists (EYES) Meeting 2025 now open

ECN, Education