Singapore: Webinar tackles stigma which may lead to obese people not seeking help

A recent survey revealed that 20.7 per cent of Singaporeans fell in the high risk BMI category of 27.5 and above. - The Straits Times/ANN

SINGAPORE, March 5 (The Straits Times/ANN): Obesity is on the rise in Singapore but stigma about the condition – such as being associated with laziness and a lack of self-discipline – may make people less likely to seek help, medical and mental health experts said.

The National Healthcare Group yesterday held a World Obesity Day webinar, which addressed the issue and also covered exercise and healthy eating. It drew some 350 attendees on Zoom and Facebook live.