Socioeconomic Determinants of Childhood Obesity in the HRSA Region IX
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obesity, HRSA Region IX, Socioeconomic determinantsAbstract
Research Question: How do socioeconomic determinants of health within the HRSA Region IX in the United States lead to increased rates of childhood obesity within these communities.
The prevalence of obesity is increasing in recent years, specifically in adolescents (10-17yrs) (13). Being overweight in this critical growth phase has been linked to long-term health complications such as diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, cancers, and increased mortality rates (2). Obesity can further have effects beyond the health of the body, such as in the child's behavior, school performance, and overall mental well-being (3). It is known that increased consumption of highly fatty and sugary foods has been linked to increased risks of obesity in the human population. Obesity is generally attributed to an imbalance between intake and output, where intake exceeds output, which results in excess calories being stored as fat within the body. However, little is known about the relationships of household income level, parental nativity, race/ethnicity, and education of adults in households on the prevalence of obesity in children. This aspect of obesity is critical to its understanding and progression because it provides a holistic perspective on the problem.
Based on the results of this study, an association between income level, education, race/ethnicity, and the number of children in the overweight and obese category was seen. However, no association was seen between parental nativity and obesity rates. This was determined using the data gathered from the National Survey of Children’s Health, Health Resources and Services Administration, and Maternal and Child Health Bureau between 2020 and 2021(20). Additionally, statistical analysis was done to analyze the association between socioeconomic factors of childhood obesity and obesity numbers within the subject population.
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