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HIV activism offers a roadmap for tackling weight stigma
Although HIV and obesity are not mirror images, lessons from the HIV response could accelerate fairer and more effective care for people living with obesity.
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A new paper titled “Weight management in people with HIV,” released as part of The Lancet HIV series on Nov. 8, argues that strategies used in the HIV response can speed the development of fairer, more effective care for individuals living with obesity. The authors note that while HIV and obesity are distinct conditions, the HIV movement’s emphasis on advocacy, community engagement and equitable treatment offers a useful roadmap for addressing weight‑related stigma and improving health outcomes.
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