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Marcos calls on LGUs to open, clean parks to combat obesity
President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. urged Filipinos to adopt healthier and more active lifestyles in his 2025 State of the Nation Address (SONA), citing a significant increase in overweight adults.
He specifically called on local government units (LGUs) to open and maintain clean parks to encourage physical activity.
Marcos expressed concern over the rising weight of Filipinos aged 20 and above, advocating for community-based fitness initiatives.
The President's call aligns with broader concerns about the growing prevalence of obesity worldwide, with studies indicating potential widespread impact by 2050.
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