Most Americans Believe Bariatric Surgery Is Shortcut: Survey
Most Americans' views about bariatric surgery are colored by stigmas that could deter those who qualify from pursuing it.
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Most Americans' views about bariatric surgery are colored by stigmas that could deter those who qualify from pursuing it.
More than two in five U.S. adults suffer from obesity, an epidemic that continues to trend upward. While bariatric surgery is an extremely effective treatment option, a new national survey
<p><a href="https://www.cdc.gov/obesity/data/adult.html">More than two in five U.S. adults suffer from obesity</a>, an epidemic that continues to trend upward. While bariatric surgery is an extremely effective treatment option, a new national survey by <a href="http://www.orlandohealth.com/">Orlando Health</a> reveals common stigmas that may deter those who qualify for surgery from pursuing the treatment they need.</p>
About 79 per cent of Americans believe weight loss surgery should only be pursued as a last resort, according to a study.The study, based on a national survey by Orlando Health, found 60 per cent agree that bariatric surgery is a shortcut to ...
Weight loss surgery is not a shortcut, according to experts, who say a stigma may be keeping people from getting the help they need.