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Obesity
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Obesity (noun)
A complex health disorder where a person
suffers from an excessive amount of body fat.
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In the United States, studies have shown that more
than 2/3 of adults are obese!
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Obesity is determined by calculating the person’s body
mass index by dividing their weight by their height squared.
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SO, WHAT ARE THE SERIOUS IMPLICATIONS OF OBESITY?
Health
Economic
Social
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HEALTH IMPLICATIONS
Obesity is linked to many health issues.
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Most common health risks concerning obesity:
Stroke
Heart Attack
Type II Diabetes
Hypertension
Cancer
(Breast, Colon, Kidney, Esophagus, Gallbladder, Pancreas, Thyroid)
Liver Disease
Gastrointestinal Problems
Urological and Reproductive Problems
Respiratory Distress
Depression
Anxiety
Low-Self Esteem
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Financial and health issues are closely linked together.
ECONOMIC IMPLICATIONS
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HEALTH ISSUES =
HOSPITAL BILLS + DOCTOR’S FEES
+ MEDICINE COSTS
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After hospitalization and/or post surgery care, most patients will
need further treatment and physical therapy billing. Indirect costs can include the loss of compensation for missed work days.
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Social consequences of obesity have a negative effect on
individuals.
SOCIAL IMPLICATIONS
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Social implications of obesity are more common in obese
children, including:
Bullying
Discrimination
Prejudice
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Men vs. Women
Women are more vulnerable to weight-based stigma,
which can lead to harsh eating disorders (anorexia or bulimia). The effect that obesity has on different sexes is very apparent in the workplace. For example: obese males are more likely to be hired over obese female applicants because women are viewed as being less reliable, less dependable, and less honest.