New data from the World Health Organization reveals that in 2022, nearly one third of adults worldwide—approximately 1.8 billion people—did not meet recommended levels of physical activity. This trend marks a concerning rise of about 5 percentage points since 2010. If current trends persist, global physical inactivity levels are projected to reach 35% by 2030, missing the global target to reduce inactivity by that year. Physical inactivity increases the risk of cardiovascular diseases, type 2 diabetes, dementia, and certain cancers, underscoring its profound impact on public health. Women globally are more inactive than men, and adults over 60 are less active than younger adults. Urgent action is needed globally to reverse current trends. The WHO emphasizes the importance of implementing strong policies, increasing funding, and promoting community-based initiatives to make physical activity accessible and enjoyable for everyone. #PhysicalActivity #PublicHealth #GlobalHealth #WHO #HealthyLifestyle
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New data reveals that 31% of adults worldwide, about 1.8 billion people, do not meet recommended physical activity levels. This alarming trend, which has increased by 5% since 2010, poses significant risks to global health by contributing to cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, dementia, and certain cancers. If the trend continues, the World Health Organization warns, inactivity levels could reach 35% by 2030. Immediate action is needed to reverse this trend. We suggest strengthening public-health policies, increasing financial support, and implementing new strategies to promote physical activity. Read more from the WHO here: https://lnkd.in/dezd-nGm #GlobalHealth #PhysicalActivity #Longevity Vitality Sency Anthony Vennare Hannah Tatro (she/her) Marcus Osborne HFit Health Life Time Inc.
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Alarming 🚨🚨🚨🚨🚨🚨 But💡so many opportunities are there to curb the trend. Strengthen intersectoral/intergovernmental work(stop working in silos and Build Capacity. "New data show that nearly one-third (31%) of adults worldwide, approximately 1.8 billion people, did not meet the recommended levels of physical activity in 2022. The findings point to a worrying trend of physical inactivity among adults, which has increased by about 5 percentage points between 2010 and 2022. If the trend continues, levels of inactivity are projected to further rise to 35% by 2030, and the world is currently off track from meeting the global target to reduce physical inactivity by 2030. The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends that adults have 150 minutes of moderate-intensity, or 75 minutes of vigorous-intensity physical activity, or equivalent, per week. Physical inactivity puts adults at greater risk of cardiovascular diseases such as heart attacks and strokes, type 2 diabetes, dementia and cancers such as breast and colon." World Health Organization 26 June 2024 #Sportfordevelopment #Activelife #ActiveMauritius https://lnkd.in/dA3ug27B
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Nearly 1.8 Billion Adults at Risk from Insufficient Physical Activity, WHO Reports The recent data revealing that nearly 1.8 billion adults worldwide did not meet recommended levels of physical activity in 2022 underscores a significant public health challenge. The trend, which has… #PhysicalActivity #WHO >>>>> Full article in the link below
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Nearly 1.8 Billion Adults at Risk from Insufficient Physical Activity, WHO Reports The recent data revealing that nearly 1.8 billion adults worldwide did not meet recommended levels of physical activity in 2022 underscores a significant public health challenge. The trend, which has seen a 5 percentage point increase in physical inactivity from 2010 to 2022, is projected to worsen, potentially rising to 35% by 2030. This situation puts a large portion of the global population at increased risk for serious health conditions such as cardiovascular diseases, type... https://lnkd.in/dFqHWzgN #PhysicalActivity #WHO >>>Read full article by clicking the link below...
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For too long, grouping Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander (NHPI) adults with Asian adults in U.S. health data has hidden critical health disparities. A recent study revealed: *NHPI adults had cardiovascular disease (CVD) mortality rates 1.5 times higher than Asian adults—369.6 vs. 243.9 deaths per 100,000 from 2018 to 2022. CVD refers to conditions affecting the heart and blood vessels, such as heart attacks and strokes, often caused by blocked arteries or high blood pressure. *72.6% of CVD deaths among NHPI adults were from heart disease, and 19% were from cerebrovascular disease (or problems with the blood vessels in the brain, which can lead to strokes or other issues affecting brain function). *NHPI adults had the third-highest CVD mortality rate in the U.S., behind Black and White adults. These findings emphasize the need for data that's been broken down into smaller, distinct subgroups to address the unique health challenges of diverse ethnic groups and create targeted public health interventions. #HealthEquity #DataMatters #PublicHealth Study link: https://lnkd.in/epnxTAv7 Credit: STAT's Morning Rounds newsletter
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**🚨 Rising Physical Inactivity: A Global Health Crisis 🚨** **New Data Alert**: Nearly one-third (31%) of adults worldwide, about 1.8 billion people, failed to meet recommended physical activity levels in 2022. This worrying trend has surged by 5% since 2010 and is projected to hit 35% by 2030, jeopardizing the global target to reduce inactivity. **Health Risks**: Physical inactivity increases the risk of cardiovascular diseases, type 2 diabetes, dementia, and cancers. **Call to Action**: WHO urges bold policies and increased funding to promote physical activity, especially for women and older adults. **Join the Movement**: Let's make physical activity accessible, affordable, and enjoyable for all! 🌍💪 #Health #Fitness #GlobalHealth #PhysicalActivity #WHO #Wellness #ActiveLiving #PublicHealth [Read More On] https://lnkd.in/d-rTFn6R
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