Obesity Treatment and Prevention

Exhibition name:Obesity Treatment and Prevention

Organiser:Reed Exhibitions

venue:Las Vegas

Detail: With more than half of the U.S. population considered obese or overweight, obesity has truly become an epidemic, increasing the risk of major illness and death. Due to poor eating habits and sedentary lifestyles, obesity in children and adolescents is climbing along with the rate of developing Type 2 diabetes and the risk of becoming overweight adults. Heart disease, hypertension, diabetes, musculoskeletal problems, self-esteem issues, depression… all are associated with obesity, the cause of major health complications. The fiscal impact of obesity on this nation is staggering, contributing as much as $93 billion to health costs each year. Health care professionals are in a unique position to make a difference in this vastly growing problem. The 3rd annual conference, Obesity Treatment and Prevention, is once again being presented in affiliation with CORE, the Centers for Obesity Research and Education. Designed for physicians, nurse practitioners, nurse-midwives, physician assistants, nurses and dietitians working in primary care settings, this national conference will focus on skills and practical strategies you need to help patients take control of food and weight management. http://www.contemporaryforums.com/m753/bene.asp