Childhood obesity3 Aug 2026Deprived area pupils face high obesity ratesCouncil figures show the equivalent of 37 bus loads of children in the region start secondary school overweight.3 Aug 202621 Jul 2026Fast-food takeaways to be banned near schoolsResearch shows that one in three children are overweight or obese when leaving primary school.21 Jul 20267 Jul 2026Obesity in Guernsey needs 'whole systems approach'Guernsey's Healthier Weight Strategy, which has been running since 2023 will be extended until 2027.7 Jul 202621 May 2026Clinic sees dozens of severely obese childrenThe Kent clinic's work is "contributing to national recommendations" for excess weight.21 May 202614 Apr 2026Deep-fried food banned in new plans for school dinners in EnglandDeep-fried food will be banned and high-sugar items restricted in schools in England under new plans to "overhaul" school dinners.14 Apr 20265 Mar 2026Council funds free gym memberships for under 18s The scheme is intended to help combat obesity in children and teenagers. 5 Mar 202619 Feb 2026Childhood obesity may not cause 'lifelong risk'Data from the University of Bristol's Children of the 90s study were used in the research.19 Feb 202610 Nov 2025End-of-aisle promotions ban 'should be looked at'Guernsey's Health Improvement Comission says more needs to be done to tackle health inequality.10 Nov 20256 Nov 2025Childhood weight report highlights inequalitiesA measurement programme shows a slight rise in overweight and obese children in two age groups.6 Nov 2025...
