WHO Press Conference
Press Conference Announcement
Launch of the first-ever global estimates of insufficient physical activity among adults over time, from 2001-2016. The study was undertaken by WHO experts and describes changes in levels of physical activity of men and women in all regions of the world, how this impacts people’s health, and commitments countries have taken and can implement to respond to the health challenge posed by physical inactivity.
EMBARGO: Under embargo until 5 Sept 00:30 Geneva time/ 4 Sept 23:30 London time
EMBARGO: Under embargo until 5 Sept 00:30 Geneva time/ 4 Sept 23:30 London time
Dr Regina Guthold, Study lead author, Epidemiology, Monitoring and Evaluation , WHO Dr Fiona Bull, Study co-author, Programme Manager, Management of Noncommunicable Diseases, WHO
