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Module Summary

This learning module sets out to explain how serious the obesity issue is and explore what healthcare professionals can do to tackle the problem. 

Learning Objectives

To update you on:

  • The impact of obesity on health and healthcare
  • How healthcare professionals should get in the habit of asking patients about weight and signpost or refer patients to appropriate weight management support 
  • Supporting patients with weight management issues and when to refer to appropriate weight management services
  • How to actively tackle obesity in your practice
Author

Jenny Aston is an advanced nurse practitioner working at a practice in Greater Cambridge

Date module published

Oct 22, 2021

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