Assessing the economic impact of obesity and overweight on employers: identifying opportunities to improve work force health and well-being.

ABSTRACT:

Background and objectives

Obesity is a major public health issue, significantly affecting national and individual health and economic well-being. This study quantifies the economic impact of excess body weight on employers and employees in 2023, offering insights for obesity prevention and treatment.

Methods

We utilized data from the National Health Interview Survey, National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, Medical Expenditure Panel Survey, and Current Population Survey. Published reports and original estimates were combined to assess the economic burden for the U.S. and across seven major industries (Construction, Education & Health, Financial Activities, Government, Manufacturing, Professional & Business Services, and Transportation & Utilities). We compared the e

SUBMITTER: Dall TM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11618327 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature