Prevalence of overweight and obesity among health care professionals: A Multi-institutional Cross-Sectional Study

· KEYPOINTS: High Prevalence of Overweight and Obesity: The study found a significant number of healthcare workers in Pakistan are overweight or obese. · Use of Asia Pacific BMI: The research utilized the Asia Pacific BMI classification, which is considered more suitable for assessing weight status in this region compared to the traditional Western BMI. · Identification of Risk Factors: The study aimed to identify potential occupational risk factors that contribute to the high prevalence of overweight and obesity among healthcare workers. · Need for Interventions: The findings emphasize the need for targeted interventions to improve the health and well-being of healthcare workers in Pakistan, such as promoting healthy lifestyles, creating supportive work environments, and providing relevant training and education programs.