Lilly(US:LLY) Prnewswire·2026-03-07 00:47Core Insights - The WHO Foundation has announced a collaboration with Eli Lilly and Company to strengthen health systems for obesity prevention and care, addressing a critical global health challenge [1] - Lilly has committed $1.68 million to the WHO Foundation until 2029 to support these health system strengthening efforts [1] - The initiative aims to improve access to early diagnosis, counseling, and care, reduce the global economic impact of obesity, and mitigate health risks associated with it [1] Health Statistics - In 2022, over 2.5 billion adults and more than 390 million children and adolescents worldwide were overweight, with 1 in 8 people living with obesity [1] - The prevalence of obesity among adults has more than doubled since 1990, while obesity among adolescents has quadrupled [1] - In 2022, 43% of adults aged 18 and older were overweight, and 16% were classified as obese [1] Economic Impact - The economic impact of overweight and obesity is projected to exceed $4 trillion by 2035 [1] - The collaboration aims to help countries assess deficiencies in care and strengthen primary health care systems, particularly in resource-limited settings [1]