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The number of individuals with obesity is at an all‐time high, and the rate of obesity continues to climb each year. Obesity is a chronic disease with widespread effects throughout the body. Midwives and perinatal care providers need an understanding of the etiology, pathophysiology, and interventio...

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Published in:Journal of midwifery & women's health 2024-05, Vol.69 (3), p.414-421
Main Authors: Davis, Melissa G., Sanders, Bethany D.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Anti-Obesity Agents - therapeutic use
Bariatric Surgery
cardiometabolic health
Chronic illnesses
Diet
Etiology
Female
Humans
Life Style
Medical personnel
Midwives
Obesity
Obesity - surgery
Pathophysiology
Perinatal care
pharmacology
Pregnancy
Weight Loss
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Summary:The number of individuals with obesity is at an all‐time high, and the rate of obesity continues to climb each year. Obesity is a chronic disease with widespread effects throughout the body. Midwives and perinatal care providers need an understanding of the etiology, pathophysiology, and interventions for obesity. A review of evidence‐based diet and lifestyle modifications, medications, and surgical procedures is presented.
ISSN:1526-9523
1542-2011
1542-2011
DOI:10.1111/jmwh.13652