Posted on Jun 23, 2022
Medical bias against obesity is preventing patients from receiving proper care
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According to a study in the National Library of Medicine, only 1 percent of doctors are trained in treating one of the most prevalent chronic diseases in the U.S. — obesity.
That lack of education comes with consequences for patients.
Here’s what Deana from Detroit, Michigan, told 1A:
That lack of education comes with consequences for patients.
Here’s what Deana from Detroit, Michigan, told 1A:
Medical bias against obesity is preventing patients from receiving proper care
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Sad and true as those who exhibit morbid obesity are viewed as exhibiting low perceived social value. I have a published article in this regard on Research Gate.
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Try being Trans
I have been waiting 3 months to be scheduled for a breast biopsy. At this point I'm ready to say F it.
I have been waiting 3 months to be scheduled for a breast biopsy. At this point I'm ready to say F it.
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