Implications for Policy to Support Healthy Weight for Women.

Sue Kendig

Journal: Journal of obstetric, gynecologic, and neonatal nursing : JOGNN 2016;44(6):793-801; quiz E26-7

PMID: 26402435

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Abstract

Worldwide, obesity rates have more than doubled during the past three decades. Women experience twice the obesity prevalence as men, and women of color, with less education, and in lower income levels disproportionately affected. Obesity and its comorbidities result in considerable economic burdens for the individual and society. Given the widespread prevalence of obesity, the potential effect on individual and population health, and associated costs, policy solutions targeting obesity prevention and interventions must be explored.

DOI: 10.1111/1552-6909.12752

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MeSH Terms: Adult, Aged, Body Weight, Community Health Services, Female, Food Supply, Health Policy, Health Promotion, Humans, Life Style, Middle Aged, Motor Activity, Needs Assessment, Obesity, Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, Policy Making, Public Health, Risk Assessment, Women's Health, Young Adult