EASO established in 1988, the European Association for the Study of Obesity (EASO) has more than 2500 members in 27 countries. Members come from a wide range of professions including sports specialists, dieticians, doctors and scientists. EASO aims to promote research into obesity, facilitate contact between individuals and organisations, and promote action that tackles the epidemic of obesity. The first European Congress on Obesity (ECO) took place in Stockholm in 1988. ECO now takes place on an annual basis and attracts thousands of international delegates. In 2001, EASO launched three task forces, one on Public Health and Prevention, one on Obesity Management and one on Childhood Obesity. The establishment of these task forces reflects the goals of EASO:
Enhancing understanding and treatment of obesity across Europe
Improving the quality of obesity education in Europe
Developing a coherent approach to obesity management throughout Europe
Forging European and global links between individuals and organisations concerned with the study of obesity
Connecting active researchers from diverse disciplines who contribute to the development of a European perspective on obesity.
Providing optimal input at the international level from this European perspective
