OECD Health Policy Studies The Heavy Burden of Obesity The Economics of Prevention
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Author | : OECD |
Publisher | : OECD Publishing |
Total Pages | : 256 |
Release | : 2019-10-10 |
ISBN-10 | : 9789264484580 |
ISBN-13 | : 9264484582 |
Rating | : 4/5 (80 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis OECD Health Policy Studies The Heavy Burden of Obesity The Economics of Prevention by : OECD
Book excerpt: Almost one in four people in OECD countries is currently obese. This epidemic has far-reaching consequences for individuals, society and the economy. Using microsimulation modelling, this book analyses the burden of obesity and overweight in 52 countries (including OECD, European Union and G20 countries), showing how overweight reduces life expectancy, increases healthcare costs, decreases workers' productivity and lowers GDP.