scholarly journals Prevention of overweight and obesity: a Spanish approach

2007 ◽  
Vol 10 (10A) ◽  
pp. 1187-1193 ◽  
Author(s):  
Javier Aranceta ◽  
Carmen Pérez-Rodrigo ◽  
Lluis Serra-Majem ◽  
Diego Bellido ◽  
Martín López de la Torre ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Physical Activity ◽  
Population Data ◽  
Overweight And Obesity ◽  
Pediatric Care ◽  
Health Issue ◽  
Public Health Issue ◽  
Preventive Strategies ◽  
Health Administration ◽  
Prevalence Of Obesity

AbstractBackgroundObesity is considered a major public health issue in most developed countries nowadays. This paper provides an overview of current population data available in Spain and the approach to develop preventive strategies in the country.MethodsReview of population data available is based on individually measured weight and height as well as determinants. On this basis, the approach used in the country to develop preventive strategies is discussed.ResultsAccording to the DORICA study, the prevalence of obesity (BMI ≥30 kg m−2) is 15.5% in Spanish adults aged 25–60 years (13.2% in men and 17.5% in women). Obesity rates are higher among women aged 45 years and older, low social class, living in semi-urban places. Population estimates for the prevalence of obesity in Spanish children and young people based on the enKid study are 13.9% for the whole group. In this study, overweight and obesity is related to absence of breastfeeding, low consumption of fruit and vegetables, high consumption of cakes, buns, softdrinks and butchery products, low physical activity levels and a positive association with time spent watching TV.In 2005, the Spanish Ministry of Health jointly with the Spanish Agency for Food Safety and Nutrition launched the multifaceted NAOS strategy for nutrition, physical activity and the prevention of obesity. The important role of the family and the school setting as well as the responsibility of the Health Administration and Pediatric Care in the prevention of obesity is highlighted in the document. The need for environmental actions is recognised. The PERSEO programme, a multicomponent school-based intervention project is part of the strategy currently in place.ConclusionObesity is a public health issue in Spain. A national multifaceted strategy was launched to counteract the problem. Environmental and policy actions are a priority. Young children and their families are among the main target groups.

Epidemiology of Obesity in Spain. Dietary Guidelines and Strategies for Prevention

2006 ◽  
Vol 76 (4) ◽  
pp. 163-171 ◽  
Author(s):  
Pérez-Rodrigo ◽  
Aranceta Bartrina ◽  
Serra Majem ◽  
Moreno ◽  
Delgado Rubio
Keyword(s):  
Young People ◽  
Geographical Distribution ◽  
Population Data ◽  
Overweight And Obesity ◽  
Pediatric Care ◽  
Health Administration ◽  
Individual Measurement ◽  
Spanish Society ◽  
Children And Young People ◽  
Prevalence Of Obesity

Obesity is considered a major Public Health issue in most developed countries nowadays for its wide spread across population groups, as well as its contribution to the development of chronic diseases, particularly cardiovascular diseases and diabetes. Available population data in Spain from the SEEDO’2000 study show a prevalence of obesity (BMI ≥ 30 kg/m²) of 14,5% in adults aged 25–60 years, estimates based on individual measurement of body weight and height. Obesity rates are higher among women aged 45 years and older, low social class, living in semi-urban places. Geographical distribution of the problem shows a trend for higher rates towards the South- SouthEast of the country, i.e. Andalucía, Murcia and the Canary Islands. Population data for Spanish children and young people based on the enKid study – cross-sectional study on a random national sample of the population aged 2–24 years – estimate a prevalence of obesity of 13,9% for the whole group. Geographical distribution draws a similar pattern to that described for adults. Higher peaks of the problem are identified between 9–13 years among boys from a low socioeconomical background. The analysis of determinants of obesity in Spanish children and young people show that overweight and obesity is related to absence of breastfeeding, low consumption of fruit and vegetables; high consumption of cakes and buns, softdrinks and butchery products, low physical activity levels and a positive association with time spent watching TV. The joint consensus document produced by the Spanish Association of Pediatrics (AEP), Spanish Society of Community Nutrition (SENC) and Spanish Society for the Study of Obesity (SEEDO) considers a global strategy for the prevention of obesity from early stages in life. The important role of the family and the school setting as well as the responsibility of the Health Administration and Pediatric care in the prevention of obesity is highlighted in the document.

scholarly journals Overweight and obesity in West Bengal: A Serious Public Health Issue

2021 ◽  
Vol 7 (4) ◽  
pp. 9-15
Author(s):  
Bhanumati Sarkar ◽  
Sudipta Kumar Ghorai ◽  
Sandip Kumar Jana ◽  
Dipayan Dasgupta ◽  
Chandan Kumar Acharya ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Human Body ◽  
West Bengal ◽  
Sedentary Lifestyle ◽  
Fat Distribution ◽  
Overweight And Obesity ◽  
Public Health Issue ◽  
The West ◽  
Obesity And Overweight ◽  
Prevalence Of Obesity

The amount and distribution of fat and overweight in the human body are critical when determining the risk for different illnesses. Different disorders have a close connection to abnormal fat distribution and overweight. Obesity develops when a person's weight is out of proportion to their body fat. As a result, obesity rates have lately risen in both West Bengal and India. Overeating, a sedentary lifestyle, and a lack of physical exercise are the most evident causes of obesity and overweight. Excess fat and overweight are produced as a consequence, putting people of West Bengal at greater risk for health problems. The study's goals are to understand better and record the prevalence of obesity and overweight in the West Bengal's population

scholarly journals Improving communication to tackle obesity in the UK

2003 ◽  
Vol 62 (3) ◽  
pp. 577-581 ◽  
Author(s):  
Susan A. Jebb ◽  
Rebecca Lang ◽  
Adrian Penrose
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Physical Activity ◽  
Scientific Knowledge ◽  
Environmental Changes ◽  
Health Messages ◽  
Health Issue ◽  
Lifestyle Choices ◽  
Public Health Messages ◽  
Prevalence Of Obesity ◽  
The Uk

Obesity is a serious health issue. In the UK the prevalence of obesity has trebled in the last 20 years and today one in five adults is clinically obese. Research shows that obesity is a predictable response to an environment that favours the consumption of energy-dense foods and allows minimal physical activity. This finding implies that the efficacy of public health messages to individuals to inform their lifestyle choices will be enhanced by environmental changes that support and facilitate healthy options. The present paper focuses on the importance of communicating scientific knowledge to the stakeholders with a responsibility for tackling obesity and addresses some of the barriers that are encountered.

Identifying changes in trends in the age standardized incidence of melanoma in Australia

2019 ◽  
Vol 3 (4) ◽  
pp. 250-252 ◽  
Author(s):  
David M Hille
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Linear Regression ◽  
Iterative Process ◽  
Linear Trend ◽  
Piecewise Linear ◽  
Health Issue ◽  
Public Health Issue ◽  
Piecewise Linear Regression ◽  
Significant Public Health ◽  
Males And Females

ObjectiveTo identify changes in the linear trend of the age-standardized incidence of melanoma in Australia for all persons, males, and females. MethodsA two-piece piecewise linear regression was fitted to the data. The piecewise breakpoint varied through an iterative process to determine the model that best fits the data.ResultsStatistically significant changes in the trendof the age-standardized incidence of melanoma in Australia were found for all persons, males, and females. The optimal breakpoint for all persons and males was at 1998. For females, the optimal breakpoint was at 2005. The trend after these breakpoints was flatter than prior to the breakpoints, but still positive.ConclusionMelanoma is a significant public health issue in Australia. Overall incidence continues to increase. However, the rate at which the incidence is increasing appears to be decreasing.

scholarly journals Urbanization and greenness in HBSC survey: association with overweight and obesity in adolescents

2020 ◽  
Vol 30 (Supplement_5) ◽  
Author(s):  
V Bellisario ◽  
R Bono ◽  
G Squillacioti ◽  
M Caputo ◽  
I Gintoli ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Physical Activity ◽  
Risk Factors ◽  
Air Pollution ◽  
Population Density ◽  
Weight Status ◽  
Overweight And Obesity ◽  
Green Spaces ◽  
Children Health ◽  
Public Health Strategies

Abstract Background Childhood obesity is an important public health issue worldwide and includes different risk factors, such as environmental pollutants exposure or physical activity. Neighborhood composition and green spaces availability could contrast obesogenic lifestyles and promote healthy habits, whereas, urbanization and traffic volume exposure are inversely associated with physical activity and worsen effects on childhood health. Methods This project analyzed students involved in the HBSC survey from the Piedmont Region. Data were collected in 2018, following the protocol. All the subjects were georeferenced within buffers around schools. Green-spaces availability was measured by Normalised Difference Vegetation Index (NDVI-satellite images) while urbanization was calculated by population density, traffic intensity (satellite measurements) and air pollution concentration (sampling stations). Results Overall, the sample included 3022 subjects, with amount 50% male/female and 30% for each age group (11-13-15 years old). Concerning weight status, above 14% of the all sample is obese or overweight, with, respectively, 20% among boys and 11% among girls. Preliminary analyses showed an association between weight status and population density (rural vs urbanized areas). Currently, we are analyzing the association with greenness and the other measures of urbanization. Conclusions Our preliminary findings suggest that high urbanization levels impact health implementing weight in children. We are testing the hypothesis that greenness positively influences weight status and reduce negative effects of urbanization and air pollution. The managing of these risk factors must be deepened and corroborated by active preventive Public Health strategies for improving children health. Key messages Urbanization and greenness may influence weight status in children. Public Health strategies must be improved for children health.

The Other View of Disposable Diapers

PEDIATRICS ◽  
1992 ◽  
Vol 89 (2) ◽  
pp. 350-351
Author(s):  
ROBERT L. CAMPBELL
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Solid Wastes ◽  
Health Hazards ◽  
The Other ◽  
Health Issue ◽  
Public Health Issue ◽  
Public Health Hazards ◽  
Disposable Diapers

To The Editor.— I'm writing to you to express my extreme disappointment at the publication of the commentary titled "Baby Bottoms and Environmental Conundrums: Disposable Diapers and the Pediatrician" that appeared in the August 1991 issue of Pediatrics.1 Public Health Issue About Diaper Disposal. The authors have treated briefly the issue of public health and diaper disposal.1,p387 The reader is left with a perception that discarded diapers pose public health hazards. While the issue of public health and the disposal of diapers and other solid wastes is important, it is treated neither adequately nor fairly in this commentary.

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