Learning objectives

After watching this webinar, participants will be able to:

• assess the epidemiology of being overweight and obese with implications for CVD risk;
• discern regional differences, trends, as well as specific populations at risk for these conditions;
• gain insights into population-level interventions to prevent obesity such education about diet, physical activity, as well as incentives to encourage healthier lifestyles;
• understand implications of social determinants for CV health such as occupation, income, wealth inequalities, as well as social networks; and
• appraise individual-level interventions to address obesity including both pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments such as bariatric surgery.

Needs assessment and expected educational outcome

To increase awareness about CVD risk due to being overweight and obese, as well as to improve prevention and treatment through individual-level and population-level interventions.

Main Topic

PREVENTIVE CARDIOLOGY

Related topics

• Risk Factors and Prevention
• Obesity

Session information

This webinar is designed for Cardiologists, Primary Care Physicians, Nurses & Allied Professions but also cardiologists wishing to update their scientific knowledge on the topic.

During the webinar, you will be encouraged to send your questions by chat and interact with our key opinion leaders who will provide live feedback.

Technical settings

The webinar is available on PC and tablets. The use of a smartphone is not recommended.

To answer the MCQs during the live, you must allow pop-up windows.

A high-speed Internet connection is required (minimum 2 Mbps).