Applying an Equity Lens to Pediatric Obesity: Clinical, Environmental, and Policy Considerations for Clinicians

Pediatr Clin North Am. 2024 Oct;71(5):805-818. doi: 10.1016/j.pcl.2024.07.001. Epub 2024 Aug 8.

Abstract

The etiology of pediatric obesity is complex and multifactorial. This article encourages pediatric clinicians to consider patient's socioenvironmental context and structural discrimination as drivers of pediatric obesity. Viewing pediatric obesity through an equity lens can inform clinical practice, advocacy, and policy to promote equity.

Keywords: Disparities; Health equity; Pediatric obesity; Social drivers of health.

Publication types

  • Review
  • Research Support, U.S. Gov't, P.H.S.
  • Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural

MeSH terms

  • Child
  • Health Equity
  • Health Policy*
  • Humans
  • Pediatric Obesity* / prevention & control
  • United States