Obesity in Maryland
Obesity in Maryland refers to the health issue of obesity that is prevalent among the adult population in the state of Maryland. As of 2022, the adult obesity prevalence in Maryland is 33.2%, ranking it 33rd in the United States.
Overview[edit | edit source]
Obesity is a significant health concern in Maryland, with a third of the adult population affected. This health issue is linked to various chronic diseases, including diabetes, heart disease, and certain types of cancer. The state's obesity rate has been steadily increasing over the years, reflecting the nationwide trend of rising obesity rates.
Healthcare Facilities and Centers[edit | edit source]
Several healthcare facilities and centers in Maryland offer programs and services aimed at addressing obesity. These include:
- Johns Hopkins Weight Management Center: This center provides a comprehensive approach to obesity, offering medical weight management programs, nutritional counseling, and bariatic surgery.
- University of Maryland Medical Center: The medical center's Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Nutrition offers a weight management program that includes medical evaluation, nutritional counseling, and ongoing monitoring.
- MedStar Health: MedStar's Bariatric Surgery Program offers surgical options for weight loss, along with nutritional counseling and support groups.
- Adventist HealthCare: The Shady Grove Medical Center offers a Bariatric and Weight Loss Program that includes surgical and non-surgical weight loss options, nutritional counseling, and support groups.
Efforts to Combat Obesity[edit | edit source]
The state of Maryland has implemented several initiatives to combat obesity. These include promoting healthy eating and physical activity in schools, improving access to healthy foods in underserved areas, and implementing policies to promote physical activity in communities.
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