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Africa: Obesity Is the New Hunger
RNW Africa, 2 March 2012
Although large parts of Africa are plagued with malnutrition, the continent must now also deal with another problem: obesity. With transition and lifestyle changes, the number of… Read more »
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South Africa: Unhealthy Living Makes Blacks Vulnerable to Heart Disease
Health-e, 20 February 2012
The face of cardio- vascular disease is changing. It has moved from a disease affecting mostly white males to one that affects younger, black people. This is largely due to… Read more »
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Tanzania: Fast Food Joints and the Early Grave Warning
Citizen, 5 February 2012
Next time you visit that favourite eatery, try to weigh your options before you go for your favourite order. Read more »
Is Obesity the New Hunger for Africa?
Although large parts of Africa are plagued with malnutrition, the continent must now also deal with another problem: obesity. With transition and lifestyle changes, the number of overweight Africans is growing rapidly - and opening up a whole new set of problems.
Close up of syringe for insulin injection. The number of diabetes cases is expected to double by the year 2030 in sub-Saharan Africa, fueled by urbanization, diet, poor access to health care, late diagnoses and lack of understanding.
InFocus
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In Africa, big bodies are generally associated with good health and high social status but nutritionists are sounding the alarm over obesity. Read more »
