Obese children to be given numberless scales in NHS weight-loss scheme
NHS introduces numberless scales to help obese children
- The NHS is introducing "smart scales" in weight management clinics across England to help severely overweight children.
- These scales transmit weight data to an app, allowing healthcare professionals to monitor progress and provide support. The scales show the direction of weight change without displaying specific numbers.
- The programme aims to provide care at home, reducing hospital visits. It's part of a broader initiative addressing childhood obesity and related complications.
- More than 4,784 children and young people have received care from specialist NHS clinics for obesity-related conditions since 2021.
- The programme has been praised by participants for its positive impact on both physical and mental health.