Unfavorable Social Determinants of Health and Obesity: A Double Jeopardy for Premature Mortality.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Obesity is a well-established risk factor for cardiovascular disease and mortality, but its interplay with social determinants of health (SDoH) remains inadequately studied. Socioeconomic disadvantage can exacerbate health disparities, yet the cumulative impact of SDoH on premature mortality in individuals with obesity is not well understood.

Objectives

SDoH are key contributors to cardiovascular disease, yet their cumulative impact on premature mortality among individuals with obesity remains underexplored.

Methods

This study analyzed data from participants from the United States aged 18 to 64 in the 2013-2018 National Health Interview Survey, linked to the National Death Index. A 38-item SDoH index was used to evaluate social disadvantage. Multivariable C

SUBMITTER: Philip J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12546775 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature