A systematic review of the burden of, access to services for and perceptions of patients with overweight and obesity, in humanitarian crisis settings.
Thomas ShortlandMajel McGranahanDaniel E StewartOyinlola OyebodeSaran ShantikumarWilliam ProtoBassit MalikRoger YauMaddie CobbinAmmar SabouniGavin RudgeFarah KidyPublished in: PloS one (2023)
Overweight and obesity varied in crisis affected populations but were rarely absent. Improved reporting of existing data could provide more accurate estimates. Worsening obesity may be prevented by acting earlier in long-term crises and targeting risk groups. The use of waist circumference would provide useful additional information. Gaps remain in understanding the existing cascade of care. Cultural norms around diet and ideal body size vary.
Keyphrases
- healthcare
- body mass index
- weight loss
- public health
- primary care
- weight gain
- body weight
- metabolic syndrome
- physical activity
- insulin resistance
- affordable care act
- electronic health record
- palliative care
- type diabetes
- adverse drug
- high fat diet induced
- health information
- mental health
- quality improvement
- cancer therapy
- high resolution
- big data
- risk factors
- machine learning
- social media
- emergency department
- health insurance