Playtime is over for unhealthy attitudes

Because of rising rates of obesity and physical inactivity, we may see the first generation that will have a shorter life expectancy than their parents, writes Claire Heneghan

Obesity has emerged as a major health issue here in Ireland and around the globe. It is in every town, every school, and every workplace. Obesity is more than a cosmetic concern. It sets us on a fast track towards medical complications such as heart disease, type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol.