Italy has taken a groundbreaking step in public health by approving the world’s first national law specifically aimed at the prevention and treatment of obesity. The legislation, recently passed in the Senate, places the issue at the center of the country’s healthcare agenda and establishes a long-term framework for how obesity will be recognized, managed, and addressed within the public system.
For the first time, obesity is officially treated not just as a lifestyle issue but as a chronic condition requiring medical attention. The law outlines measures for prevention, early diagnosis, and treatment, while also providing resources for research and education. It represents a significant cultural and institutional shift in how Italy deals with one of the most pressing health challenges of modern societies.
