Obesity is increasingly prevalent worldwide. Associated risk factors, including depression,
socioeconomic stress, poor diet, and lack of physical activity, have all been impacted by the …

Introduction Obesity is a growing public health problem leading to substantial economic
impact. This study aimed to summarize the economic impact of obesity and to critically …

Background Estimates of health care costs associated with excess weight are needed to
inform the development of cost-effective obesity prevention efforts. However, commonly …

Medical costs are one of the most common recurring expenses in a person's life. Based on
different research studies, BMI, ageing, smoking, and other factors are all related to greater …

Background There is a robust understanding of how specific behavioural, metabolic, and
environmental risk factors increase the risk of health burden. However, there is less …

Objective: To evaluate the socioeconomic impact of obesity by estimating the direct and
indirect costs associated with obesity in Denmark, based on individual level data. Methods …

Aim To characterize healthcare resource (HCRU) and medication use and associated costs
in individuals with obesity compared with individuals with normal weight or overweight in a …

Background There is emerging evidence of the association between light at night (LAN)
exposure and weight gain. Objective We aim to conduct a systematic review and meta …

Background The high proportion of people with overweight and obesity has become a
worldwide problem in recent decades, mainly due to health consequences, such as …

Whilst previously rare, some surveys indicate substantial increases in the population with
body mass index (BMI)≥ 40 kg/m2 since the 1980s. Clinicians report emerging care …