HCP Live April 19, 2024
Lopez discusses the growing prevalence of obesity in the US and the need for improved, cross-specialty care based on patients’ metabolic health.
Obesity is on the rise, both in the US and on a global scale. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the prevalence of obesity in the US reached 41.9% during 2017 – March 2020, a notable increase from the 30.5% observed in 1999 – 2000 that underscores the importance of ensuring adequate care for the growing number of patients with obesity.1
Despite its growing prevalence, bias, stigma, and misinformation continue to hinder the care patients with obesity receive from health care providers, many of whom assess individuals based on their outward appearance rather than their...
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