A study forecasts that by 2050, over half of adults and a third of children globally will be overweight or obese, prompting various industries to adapt. Sports stadiums now provide extra-wide seating for larger fans, with requirements for medical certification implemented during events like the 2014 World Cup. Hospitals and ambulances have also invested in bariatric-specific equipment, reflecting an increase in obesity-related health issues. Airlines and other sectors are evolving their offerings to create a more inclusive environment for those with larger body sizes, signifying a wider societal change.
Bariatric ambulances have been introduced to accommodate patients over 158kg, addressing the rise in obesity-related hospital visits and enabling better transportation for larger individuals.
Sports stadiums now accommodate larger bodies with easy-access seating, a practice that reflects changing norms in fan accessibility, beginning with the 2014 World Cup in Brazil.
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