Obesity : A Major Healthcare Issue Worldwide

Childhood obesity is at an all-time high in the United States and should be a major concern for the nation. With childhood obesity steadily rising, it is imperative that actions be implemented to offset this trend. Childhood obesity places children at a significantly higher risk for a multitude of physical and psychological health concerns. It is important to understand the actions that have been set in motion that attempt to resolve this issue. Additionally, it should be determined if these actions

Obesity is an epidemic that affects individuals worldwide. Unfortunately, more children are facing issues with obesity than ever before, leading to major health issues including diabetes, hypertension, and elevated cholesterol. The CDC website defines childhood obesity as a “BMI (body mass index) at or above the 95th percentile for children and teens of the same age and sex”("Defining Childhood Obesity," 2015, p. 1). It is important that parents understand that how the health of their child can affect

Obesity is a damaging health complication for millions of people worldwide and one of Americas top ten most common health issues. Consequently, an obese person increases their chances of dying from hypertension, type 2 diabetes, coronary heart disease and many other preventable chronic illnesses. The impact of care majorly effects overweight patients when the healthcare system still reflects a bias and stigmatization of this health condition. The authors Wren B. Hand MSN, RN, studied at the University

In looking at issues facing the United States, hurricanes, illegal immigration, and obesity seem to be the three that stand out the most. These issues present some terrible problems and concerns for the United States which can cause significanificant environmental, economical, health, and more importantly, negative impact on the lives of Americans. These issues have created significant controversy as to how each of these issues are to be dealt with in their current state. There are many different

The average life expectancy of the global population in year 2015 is projected to be 71.4 years. According to the global health observatory data 2015, published by the WHO an increase of 5 years in life expectancy has been observed between 2000 and 2015. This is by far the fastest increase since the 1960s. We owe the increase in life expectancy to the advance in the field of medicine, raised global health awareness and the joint efforts of local, national and international bodies around the world

Obesity is a problem that is faced amongst many individuals across the world. Obesity is a serious health and societal issue that is rising at extreme rates, some may call it an epidemic in both developed and developing countries. Obesity is a global problem, with almost 30 percent of people globally are now either obese or overweight which is affecting an estimate of 2.1 billion people worldwide and it’s prevalence in the recent decade had a rapid increase. It’s a well-known fact that the odds are

INTRODUCTION Introduce policy-priority issue Why is this important to nursing Recommendation for change Name and title of legislator Plan for presentation The incidence of obesity continues to escalate; worldwide obesity is twice as prevalent as it was in 1980, and in the United States in 1959 less than 15% of Americans were overweight or obese, however, by 2010, that number had risen to almost 70%, and that percentage could be as high as 90% by 2030 (cite FORTUNA, #2, #6). In this author’s community

attack, angina, or even sudden death. Hypertension can harden and thicken ones' arteries. This makes the vessels that blood travels through narrow, therefore not enough blood flows through the heart to the rest of the organs in the body. Diabetes and obesity can also contribute to heart disease and you must learn how to control your weight and blood glucose (Heart Disease, 2011). When the blood supply to you brain decreases and oxygen is not delivered it could cause a Stroke. The brain cells die within

Primary Health Care Model: Origin of what the healthcare model is: The World Health Organization (WHO) had a major role in promoting and developing the Primary Health Care model to address the major health inequalities within Australia and between other countries. The Primary Health Care model provides the community with affordable, easily accessible treatment and disease

Abstract Over the years from proven evidence-based research, there is a need for intervention as primary care physicians attempt to address the issue of adult obesity. Obesity can be linked to many adverse health outcomes such as: diabetes, hypertension and stroke as suggested by the National Heart, Blood and Lung Institute (2012). The purpose of this project is to design interventional models for primary care providers to implement into a wellness program. The program includes increased knowledge