# Rising obesity and health risks in Vietnam > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/rising-obesity-and-health-risks-in-vietnam > Updated: 2026-10-10T17:35:45.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2. The Vietnam National Heart Association has issued the ‘2026 Consensus on Obesity and Cardiovascular Disease’ to address rapidly rising obesity rates in the country. Experts note that Vietnam is experiencing one of the fastest increases in overweight and obesity rates globally, with adult obesity projected to grow by approximately 4.0% annually through 2035. A significant concern is the surge in childhood and adolescent obesity, which has increased by an average of 7.9% per year between 2010 and 2025. Medical professionals are highlighting specific pediatric health risks associated with these trends. Reports from hospitals in Ho Chi Minh City and at the Vietnam-Sweden Uong Bi Hospital detail cases of metabolic disorders and complications in adolescents, including a 14-year-old diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. Doctors are advising parents to monitor indicators such as rapid weight gain and skin changes like acanthosis nigricans, which can signal insulin resistance. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-10: Medical professionals issue warnings regarding pediatric health risks Doctors in Vietnam warn parents to watch for rapid abdominal swelling and skin changes in children, citing cases of massive ovarian tumors and type 2 diabetes linked to obesity. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/medical-professionals-issue-warnings-regarding-pediatric-health-risks ### 2026-10-05: Vietnam National Heart Association warns of rising obesity and cardiovascular risks The Vietnam National Heart Association warns of rising obesity rates, noting nearly 5 million children and adolescents are affected, significantly increasing risks for cardiovascular diseases. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vietnam-national-heart-association-warns-of-rising-obesity-and-cardiovascular-risks --- Cite as: Rising obesity and health risks in Vietnam. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/rising-obesity-and-health-risks-in-vietnam