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Socio-economic inequalities in overweight and obesity among women of reproductive age in Bangladesh: a decomposition approach.

Emran HasanMoriam KhanamShafiun N Shimul
Published in: BMC women's health (2020)
This study found notable level of overweight and obesity among the women of Bangladesh. Various socio-economic factors like wealth status, education levels of women and partners, urban settings, women watching television predominantly contributed to the inequality in overweight and obesity among women of reproductive age. Therefore, the study suggests adopting necessary interventions targeting the women of higher socio-economic status to reduce the risk of life-threatening problems caused by overweight and obesity.
Keyphrases
  • polycystic ovary syndrome
  • pregnancy outcomes
  • cervical cancer screening
  • healthcare
  • mental health
  • physical activity
  • insulin resistance
  • metabolic syndrome
  • drug delivery
  • hepatitis c virus
  • men who have sex with men