Prevalence of obesity in Hail region, KSA: in a comprehensive survey

J Obes. 2014:2014:961861. doi: 10.1155/2014/961861. Epub 2014 Jun 25.

Abstract

Background: Obesity contributes significantly to morbidity and mortality rates worldwide. We, therefore, aimed to provide epidemiological data on the prevalence of obesity in Hail, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA).

Methodology: Data were collected during cross-sectional survey which included 5000 Saudi selected from 30 primary health care centers (PHCs) in Hail Region.

Results: The overall prevalence of obesity in Hail was 63.6%. Moreover, the prevalence of males was 56.2% and the prevalence of females was 71%.

Conclusion: Obesity is prevalent in the Hail Region which necessitates urgent interventions including health education.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Cross-Sectional Studies
  • Female
  • Health Surveys
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Obesity / epidemiology*
  • Prevalence
  • Saudi Arabia / epidemiology
  • Sex Factors
  • Young Adult