March 3, 2026

Closing the gaps in obesity: The need for a strategic, system-wide approach to obesity care in Malaysia.

Key Points

A unified approach is crucial for effective obesity management in Malaysia, addressing multiple facets of care.
Integrating lifestyle modifications and medical strategies can significantly improve patient outcomes and accessibility.
Collective policy reform and stakeholder engagement are necessary to reduce the economic burden of obesity.
Evidence-based planning highlights the need for a sustainable national effort to tackle obesity issues.

Abstract

Addressing obesity in Malaysia requires a collaborative, multidisciplinary approach that integrates lifestyle, behavioural, medical, and surgical strategies. Policy reform, stakeholder engagement, and evidencebased planning are essential to improve patient outcomes, reduce economic burdens, and ensure equitable access to care. A unified national effort is vital for sustainable and effective obesity management.

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N H Zubaidah

M Masni

M Y Barakatun Nisak

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Universiti Putra Malaysia

Universiti Teknologi MARA

UCSI University

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