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Identification and Discussion of the Public Health Roles of Nurses, or Health Visitors Regarding a Health Issue.
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... Identification and Discussion of the Public Health Roles of Nurses, or Health Visitors Regarding a Health Issue. A particular issue, which is pertinent in today's society, is that of obesity, in particular affecting children. Obesity is caused when the amount of energy consumed exceeds the amount of energy used. The obesity epidemic, affecting boys and girls, race and ethnic groups, is a serious public health problem that needs immediate action to reduce its prevalence as well as its health and social consequences (Childhood Obesity Prevention Study 9/04). This modern epidemic has developed with the changes in society. The major issue is that this is a potential time bomb for the future, as obesity is not only persisting but continually growing. About 20% of children are now overweight and 2.5% are obese (www.eatright.org/public). According to NHS figures, this is costing the health service around £2.6 billion every year, therefore causing huge concern
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