Category: Obesity

  • Obesity Among Mexican-American School-Age Children in the US

    The clinical problem for the final project paper is the increased rates of obesity among Mexican-American school-age children in the US. This problem becomes evident due to the current statistics, according to which the mentioned population shows more obesity cases compared to white children. It is essential to pay attention to the cultural aspect while…

  • The Issue of Obesity: Reasons and Consequences

    Obesity is a crucial problem in the modern society of the 21st century. According to the research of Choi et alSince 1980, the number of people suffering from this disease has doubled; it is a significant concern of healthcare workers from different countries (6). The lifestyle has changed noticeably during the last decades: most humans…

  • The Problem of Obesity in the USA

    Table of Contents Introduction to the Problem Policy Description Legislators Involved in the Policy Development The Role of the APRN How the Policy Influences Clinical Practice How Interprofessional Teams can Use the Policy Conclusion References Introduction to the Problem Obesity is a global epidemic associated with financial burdens, and poor lifestyles. It is also a…

  • Obesity Counteractions in Clark County, Washington

    I feel the professional obligation to bring some concerns to your attention concerning the prevalent problem of obesity in Clark County of Vancouver, Washington. The county has had a history of obesity. The problem, which has been persistent over a period of time, has been occasioned by the lack of proper care from the parents.…

  • Obesity Reduction and Effectiveness of Interventions

    Table of Contents Introduction Literature Evaluation Conclusion References Introduction Obesity has become one of the primary health-related concerns in the USA as the number of obese or overweight people has increased substantially during the past several decades. This health issue is also persistent among US youth as over 20% of American adolescents are obese or…

  • Obesity: Genetic, Hormonal and Environmental Influences

    Table of Contents Abstract Introduction Known Obesity Factors Consequences of Obesity Literature Review Methodology Results Discussions Conclusions Reference List Abstract The prevalence of obesity has gradually increased over the last few decades. The rates are almost similar in developed and developing nations. The current study investigates the relationship between obesity (a medical condition) and genetic…

  • Technological Education Programs and Obesity Prevention

    Abstract This executive brief instructions paper aims at investigating the challenge of obesity and finding the ways to overcome it employing the newest technologies and technological education programs. The paper will focus on increased popularity of cellphones, tablets, and social media and the opportunity to use them as the tools for preventing growing levels of…

  • Multimodal-Lifestyle Intervention for Obesity

    Table of Contents Background Method Results Ethical Considerations Conclusion References Background Obesity has become one of the most significant health problems of the modern age. According to statistics, more than 1 in 3 adults are considered overweight (Ferrer, Cruz, Burge, Bayles, & Castilla, 2014). For this reason, different approaches to solve the problem are suggested.…

  • Obesity Among the Adult Population: Research Planning

    The investigation of the problem implies a specific setting. Considering the hypothesis which states that the improvement of the healthcare will contribute to the better outcomes related to obesity rates, the most common approaches used in the given sphere could be considered the main aspects of the investigation. These become a crucial element that should…

  • Obesity Education Plan for Older Adults

    Table of Contents Introduction Theoretical Foundations and Education Plan Costs and Barriers Conclusion References Introduction The given paper presents an obesity education plan targeted at adults and older adults who are overweight or obese and, therefore, are at risk of developing various diseases. The proposed project will complete in December 2018. Nowadays, the prevalence of…