As the “Weight of the Nation” conference comes to an end, I thought I would share a few final thoughts. I really am truly appreciative of the leadership of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on the obesity prevention issue. It is quite reassuring to know that there is a group looking at some of the social determinants (socioeconomic issues, transportation, food supply, etc.) that lead to our environment where obesity is so prevalent.
With that being said, I still think at the same time we need to have a similar focus on intervening with or treating obesity. Throughout the meetings, I heard great examples of environmental prevention efforts that appear to be working, but we also need to hear about obesity intervention efforts and what is working and not working as well. Hosting a similar meeting on the treatment of obesity with the widespread support of both the CDC and public policy makers will be something I will be encouraging officials to do in the near future.
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