Obesity prevalence among healthcare professionals in England: a cross-sectional study using the Health Survey for England.
Richard G KyleJane WillsCatherine MahoneyLouise HoyleMuireann KellyIain M AthertonPublished in: BMJ open (2017)
High obesity prevalence among nurses and unregistered care workers is concerning as it increases the risks of musculoskeletal conditions and mental health conditions that are the main causes of sickness absence in health services. Further research is required to better understand the reasons for high obesity prevalence among healthcare professionals in England to inform interventions to support individuals to achieve and maintain a healthy weight.
Keyphrases
- weight loss
- mental health
- risk factors
- insulin resistance
- weight gain
- metabolic syndrome
- type diabetes
- high fat diet induced
- physical activity
- healthcare
- body mass index
- skeletal muscle
- adipose tissue
- quality improvement
- mental illness
- risk assessment
- climate change
- pain management
- health insurance
- affordable care act