By using this site, you agree to the Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.
Accept
Health Works CollectiveHealth Works CollectiveHealth Works Collective
  • Health
    • Mental Health
    Health
    Healthcare organizations are operating on slimmer profit margins than ever. One report in August showed that they are even lower than the beginning of the…
    Show More
    Top News
    UV damage to eyes
    Warning Signs of Long-Term UV Damage to Your Eyes
    December 9, 2021
    degree for healthcare job
    The Ultimate Healthcare Recruiting and Staffing Guidebook
    March 21, 2022
    medicare part d benefits
    Everything that You Need to Know About Medicare Part D
    August 15, 2022
    Latest News
    Beyond Nutrition: Everyday Foods That Support Whole-Body Health
    June 15, 2025
    The Wide-Ranging Benefits of Magnesium Supplements
    June 11, 2025
    The Best Home Remedies for Migraines
    June 5, 2025
    The Hidden Impact Of Stress On Your Body’s Alignment And Balance
    May 22, 2025
  • Policy and Law
    • Global Healthcare
    • Medical Ethics
    Policy and Law
    Get the latest updates about Insurance policies and Laws in the Healthcare industry for different geographical locations.
    Show More
    Top News
    Conservatives: The Utah Health Exchange is Not a Model
    July 23, 2011
    Medical Malpractice Reform Losing Physician Support
    November 7, 2011
    Hospitals Aim to Apply Direct Payments of Care Delivery to Increase Resources
    August 28, 2012
    Latest News
    Top HIPAA-Compliant Messaging Apps for Healthcare Teams
    June 25, 2025
    When Healthcare Ends, the Legal Process Begins: What Families Should Know About Probate and Medical Estates
    June 20, 2025
    Preventing Contamination In Healthcare Facilities Starts With Hygiene
    June 15, 2025
    Strengthening Healthcare Systems Through Clinical and Administrative Career Development
    June 13, 2025
  • Medical Innovations
  • News
  • Wellness
  • Tech
Search
© 2023 HealthWorks Collective. All Rights Reserved.
Reading: Advancing Comprehensive Obesity Solutions Critical in the Fight Against Chronic Disease
Share
Notification Show More
Font ResizerAa
Health Works CollectiveHealth Works Collective
Font ResizerAa
Search
Follow US
  • About
  • Contact
  • Privacy
© 2023 HealthWorks Collective. All Rights Reserved.
Health Works Collective > Policy & Law > Public Health > Advancing Comprehensive Obesity Solutions Critical in the Fight Against Chronic Disease
Policy & LawPublic HealthWellness

Advancing Comprehensive Obesity Solutions Critical in the Fight Against Chronic Disease

KennethThorpe
Last updated: April 8, 2014 8:11 am
KennethThorpe
Share
2 Min Read
obesity and health
SHARE

obesity and healthAs providers and patients, policymakers and stakeholders alike, all still grapple with how to understand obesity as a disease, the recent announcement by the U.S.

obesity and healthAs providers and patients, policymakers and stakeholders alike, all still grapple with how to understand obesity as a disease, the recent announcement by the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) asserting drug therapy as a viable solution in the treatment of obesity, is another positive step forward in the fight against costly chronic disease.

This development sends a strong message about the importance of addressing obesity in order to prevent and better manage chronic diseases, and also underscores the value of a broad spectrum of options when it comes to finding sustainable healthcare solutions. OPM’s announcement could prove to be highly influential since many organizations hold up federal employee health benefits as a standard. Medicare could especially benefit by encompassing obesity drug therapy in its offerings.

Today, eight of every 10 over-65 individuals have at least one chronic disease and a majority has at least two. These chronic illnesses, such as diabetes, heart disease and cancer, account for 95 percent of all Medicare spending. And, obese seniors will require 34 percent more in healthcare spending than their normal-weight counterparts.

More Read

How to Stay Healthy While Working in the Healthcare Industry
Pregnancy and Autonomy – Just Whose Body is it Anyway?
Three Biggest Pharmaceutical Lawsuits of 2012: Psychiatric Drugs Focus of All Three
8 Ways to Avoid Ethical Pitfalls in Social Media – Part One
Will Killing the Individual Mandate Derail Healthcare Reform?

Further, OPM’s recommendation on closely monitoring patients prior to prescription of certain drugs is also a win-win because this could foster increased care coordination and bring greater attention to the importance of adherence.

The Partnership to Fight Chronic Disease (PFCD) applauds OPM for bringing attention to this existing gap in the treatment of obesity and for advancing healthcare solutions that could lead to significant reduction in costly chronic diseases.  

(obesity solutions / shutterstock)

TAGGED:obesity
Share This Article
Facebook Copy Link Print
Share

Stay Connected

1.5kFollowersLike
4.5kFollowersFollow
2.8kFollowersPin
136kSubscribersSubscribe

Latest News

women dental care
What Is a Smile Makeover and How Much Does It Cost?
Dental health
June 30, 2025
HIPAA-Compliant Messaging Apps
Top HIPAA-Compliant Messaging Apps for Healthcare Teams
Global Healthcare Policy & Law Technology
June 25, 2025
recovering from injury
Rebuilding After Injury: Path to Physical and Emotional Recovery
News
June 22, 2025
scientist using microscope
When Healthcare Ends, the Legal Process Begins: What Families Should Know About Probate and Medical Estates
Global Healthcare
June 18, 2025

You Might also Like

Dramatic Early Clinical Trial Success for New Cancer Treatment

March 14, 2016
tips to get compensation after becoming a victim of medical malpractice
Policy & Law

Steps to Take After Becoming a Victim of Medical Malpractice

July 17, 2022

Doctors in India Strike To Demand Better Security at Hospitals

September 12, 2011
health benefits of family
Wellness

Your Family Is Important For Your Health: Here is Why

January 9, 2021
Subscribe
Subscribe to our newsletter to get our newest articles instantly!
Follow US
© 2008-2025 HealthWorks Collective. All Rights Reserved.
  • About
  • Contact
  • Privacy
Welcome Back!

Sign in to your account

Username or Email Address
Password

Lost your password?