A qualitative study on patients’ and physicians’ visions for the future management of overweight or obesity

Source: Family Practice, 2012, 29 (1), p. 103-109.

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Date of publication: February, 2012.

Publication type: Research.

In a nutshell: This qualitative study analyses the views of both patients and physicians in relation to future management of obesity in primary care. It reveals a high level of agreement between these two groups with regard to the communication requirements for successful care and the need for multimodal care concepts in and out of the GP practice.

Length of publication: 7 pages.

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Parents’ views and experiences of childhood obesity management in primary care: a qualitative study.

Source: Family Practice, 2011, doi: 10.1093/fampra/cmr111

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Date of publication: 24^th November, 2011.

Publication type: Research.

In a nutshell: A study examining the views and experiences of parents of primary care as a treatment setting for childhood obesity management.  In-depth interviews found that parents expressed concerns about initiating a consultation for fear of being blamed for their child’s weight and were concerned about their child’s mental well-being.  Similarly, concerns were expressed about the knowledge, time and resources allocated to childhood obesity management in this setting.  The authors suggested that a multi-disciplinary approach may help address some of these concerns and provide a more effective service.

Length of publication: Epub ahead of print.

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Fat, pregnant or both?

Title: Fat, pregnant or both?

Source: BBC News

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Date of publication: 26th August, 2011.

Publication type: News item.

In a nutshell: Pregnancy is said to be a time when women pay more attention to their diet, but many still become overweight during this time.  Bridget Benelam from the British Nutrition Foundation states that there needs to be clearer weight control advice for women during pregnancy, suggesting that NICE guidelines issued last year are not enough.

Length of publication: 1 page.

 Acknowledgement: Follow this link to access the NICE guidance referred to in this article.

Primary care referral to a commercial provider for weight loss treatment versus standard care: a randomised controlled trial.

Title: Primary care referral to a commercial provider for weight loss treatment versus standard care: a randomised controlled trial.

Source: The Lancet, 2011, 376 (early view – articles in press)

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Date of publication: September, 2011.

Publication type: Research.

In a nutshell: This RCT compared weight loss in patients given standard treatment with those who had been referred to a commercial community provider, namely Weight Watchers.  The findings suggest that referral to such community weight loss programmes which provide regular weighing, dietary and exercise advice, as well as group support can result in patients losing significantly more weight over a 12 month period.

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The lowdown on green gyms.

Source: Local Government: Improvement & Development. 

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Date of publication: 25 April, 2011.

Publication type: News item.

In a nutshell: This article acknowledges that not everyone wants to join a gym to stay fit and healthy.  Instead, it discusses a number of alternative ways that individuals can increase their level of physical activity and keep fit.

Length of publication: 1 page.

Families encouraged to get cooking.

Source: NHS Bury

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Date of publication: 14 March 2011.

Publication type: Press release.

In a nutshell: Families in Bury are being encouraged to cook more healthily by a free family inspired cookbook launched this month by Communities for Health.  The book, “Bury Family Recipes”, aims to encourage local families to get cooking, using local produce and seasonal vegetables to make healthy family meals.  Copies of the recipe book may be obtained for free from Bury’s Children’s Centres.

Length of publication: 1 page.

Some important notes: The recipe book can also be viewed online here.

Behaviour change: can it keep the weight off?

Source: Local Government Improvement and Development website.

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Date of publication: 10^th January, 2011.

Publication type: website.

In a nutshell: A review of a project in Medway, Kent to encourage and support sustained behaviour changes and healthier lifestyles.

Length of publication: 1 page.

 

Manchester’s healthy weight strategy 2010-2013

Source: NHS Manchester

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Date of publication: February 2010

Publication type: Report

In a nutshell: This report outlines NHS Manchester’s strategy for tackling obesity over the next three years by promoting healthier behaviours and supporting people to live healthier lives.

Length of publication: 44 pages

Some important notes: NHS Manchester’s press release about the strategy is available here

Web-based Weight Loss in Primary Care

Source: Obesity 2010 18 (2) pg 308-313

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Date of publication: February 2010

Publication type: Journal article

In a nutshell: During this study, patients were given access to a specially designed web-based weight loss programme, and also received counselling sessions from a health coach. Patients lost more weight than those involved in usual intervention programmes, with the greatest success amongst those who accessed the website most often.

Length of publication: 5 pages

MEND courses held in Wirral

Source: NHS Wirral

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Date of publication: January 2010

Publication type: News story

In a nutshell: NHS Wirral is holding a series of MEND courses for young people to educate them about the benefits of having fun whilst exercising and eating a healthy diet. The MEND programme has already helped dozens of young people in Wirral, and has received praise from parents.

Length of publication: 1 page