The economic burden of insufficient obesity treatment in Canada has reached $27.6bn, according to a recent report by Obesity Canada, Modelling the Cost of Inaction in Treating Obesity in Canada.
This figure represents a 20 percent increase over previous estimates, highlighting the substantial financial consequences of inaction. The report underscores the urgent need for a comprehensive approach to obesity treatment and prevention.
With nearly one in three Canadians living with obesity, the report underscores the severe impact of this chronic disease on individuals and society, emphasizing the need for a more comprehensive approach to its treatment.
The report outlines significant costs associated with obesity in Canada, including an incremental annual expense of $5.9bn on the healthcare system. This increase stems from the additional 19 million physician visits related to obesity management, among other healthcare needs.
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