About this policy
Cancer Council Australia’s obesity policy presents evidence-based actions to reduce the prevalence of overweight and obesity and reduce the risk of obesity-related cancers and their impacts. It covers policy to prevent the development of overweight and obesity across the population, and the existing, evidence-based treatment and management options. The impact in Australia of cancers related to obesity and overweight, physical inactivity, and inadequate diet, and evidence on the links between these factors and cancer are also covered.
This policy was developed by Cancer Council Australia’s Nutrition, Alcohol and Physical Activity Committee and was endorsed by the principal Public Health Committee. It has been externally reviewed by leading experts including Professor Louise Baur (The University of Sydney) and Associate Professor Kate McBride (Western Sydney University). This section was published in January 2026.
Contact: cancercontrolpolicy@cancer.org.au
