Support for members and people living with obesity during the COVID-19 outbreak
We know that ASO members and the people living with obesity who they support are facing challenging, distressing and unprecedented times. As a community, we want to share information, support and ideas to help minimise the negative impacts of this pandemic and ensure that we are all able to care for each other. If you have anything to add to this list, please get in touch with the ASO Office.
COVID-19 Outbreak Expert Database and resources
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The Lancet Coronavirus Resource Centre
European Patients Forum COVID-19 Resource Point
More research and information about COVID-19 and obesity can be found here
Resources for people and patients living with obesity
COVID-19 resources for people and patients living with obesity, from EASO-ECPO
Infographics/posters for practical advice to maintain health during COVID-19 from EASO-ECPO
Obesity UK has a statement on its homepage
Obesity UK runs several Facebook groups, all reachable via its FB page @Obesityuk
Obesity UK is running several online support groups for members who have had Bariatric surgery. Contact [email protected] for details
Campaigns to support
Children First Alliance petition to government to feed children this summer
Sustain's joint letter urging government to keep feeding children during school holidays
Sustain’s Emergency: Urgent Action on Food
Donate to Chefs in Schools to keep free school meals going
Tips for working from home
Healthy mind and body tips
Be Active, Stay Healthy videos to help people stay active whilst at home, from Professor Rachel Batterham, UCL. These exercises can be done at home in a small space and do not need any special equipment:
Coronavirus and mental wellbeing advice from NHS One You
Healthy recipes on a budget from Jack Munroe
Cooking with tins recipes from BBC Food
Tips from the WHO for staying physically active during self-quarantine
Recipe collections from the BDA
Eat well for less from NHS One You
Keeping children active
Free music and activity resources from Out of the Ark Music
Free singing activities from NYCOS
Andy’s Wild Workouts (CBeebies)