# Healthcare initiatives for obesity and diabetes management > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/healthcare-initiatives-for-obesity-and-diabetes-management > Updated: 2026-10-22T21:26:18.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2. Medical professionals and regional governments in Spain and Argentina are implementing specialized programs to manage obesity and diabetes. In Andalusia, Spain, the regional government approved the ÓrbiTA Program to combat childhood obesity, which affects one-third of minors in the area. The initiative reclassifies obesity as a chronic disease of adipose tissue and provides detection during routine check-ups starting at age two, followed by individualized family-centered support. During the SEMERGEN National Congress, experts emphasized treating obesity as a complex chronic disease and noted the need for better coordination between primary and hospital care. In Argentina, the Pediatric Endocrinology team at the Regional Hospital in Concepción organized sessions for children with type 1 diabetes, overweight, and insulin resistance to promote healthy habits. Meanwhile, in Spain, the Spanish Society of Endocrinology and Nutrition (SEEN) advocated for the uniform implementation of diabetes day hospitals within the National Health System to ensure equitable access to specialized care and patient education. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-22: Healthcare initiatives address diabetes and obesity management Healthcare professionals in Argentina and Spain are implementing or advocating for specialized programs and day hospitals to improve the management of diabetes and obesity. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/healthcare-initiatives-address-diabetes-and-obesity-management ### 2026-10-13: Andalusia and medical experts launch initiatives to combat childhood obesity Andalusia has launched the ÓrbiTA Program to treat childhood obesity as a chronic disease, while medical experts call for better coordination and funding for obesity treatments. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/andalusia-and-medical-experts-launch-initiatives-to-combat-childhood-obesity --- Cite as: Healthcare initiatives for obesity and diabetes management. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/healthcare-initiatives-for-obesity-and-diabetes-management