The potential impact fraction of population weight reduction scenarios on non-communicable diseases in Belgium: application of the g-computation approach

The potential impact fraction of population weight reduction scenarios on non-communicable diseases in Belgium: application of the g-computation approach

Abstract Background Overweight is a major risk factor for non-communicable diseases (NCDs) in Europe, affecting almost 60% of all adults. Tackling obesity is therefore a key long-term health challenge and is vital to reduce premature mortality from NCDs. Methodological challenges remain however, to...

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Main Authors: Ingrid Pelgrims, Brecht Devleesschauwer, Stefanie Vandevijvere, Eva M. De Clercq, Johan Van der Heyden, Stijn Vansteelandt
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2024-04-01
Series:BMC Medical Research Methodology
Subjects:
Non-communicable diseases
Overweight
g-computation
Potential impact fractions
Health policy
Health impact assessment
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12874-024-02212-7

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https://doi.org/10.1186/s12874-024-02212-7

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