About The ASOI

The Association for the Study of Obesity on the Island of Ireland (ASOI) is the Irish representative body at the European Association for the Study of Obesity (EASO) and the World Obesity Federation. ASOI aims to develop an understanding of obesity through the pursuit of excellence in research and education, the facilitation of contact between individuals and organisations, and the promotion of action to prevent and treat obesity across the island of Ireland.

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Press Release for World Obesity Day 4th March 2024

Monday 4th March is World Obesity Day 2024.  The Association for the Study of Obesity on the Island of Ireland (ASOI) are raising awareness and calling for conversations to help with the understanding of obesity as a complex, chronic disease.  The World Obesity Day global campaign will use conversations and stories to help people correct

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ASOI and ICPO response to : Medical Council Communication: “Important medicine shortage information – Ozempic (semaglutide)”

ASOI and ICPO response to : Medical Council Communication: “Important medicine shortage information – Ozempic (semaglutide)”, dated 22nd May 2023 The Association for the Study of Obesity on the island of Ireland, ASOI, and the Irish Coalition for People Living with Obesity, ICPO, have expressed our concern regarding the recent Medical Council communication sent to

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Things to do in Dublin during ECO

Family Friendly Dublin Zoo is situated in Phoenix Park, the largest city park in Europe, where over 28 hectares. It is divided into habitats including the Himalayan Hills, Wolves in the Woods, the African Savanna, Kaziranga Forest Trail, South American House, Zoorassic World, Gorilla Rainforest, Orangutan Forest, Sea Lion Cove, and Family Farm. Dublin Zoo

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