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> Do ppl think having access to a doctor is going prevent one from being obese ? whats the logic. Doctors can vary in whether or not (and for how long) they ad
by n4r9 1y ago
> Do ppl think having access to a doctor is going prevent one from being obese ? whats the logic.
Doctors can vary in whether or not (and for how long) they advocate trying a healthy diet and exercise before prescribing drugs. In the UK the system is incentivised to avoid drug prescriptions unless necessary, as it reduces the financial burden on the NHS - both for buying the drugs and for managing complications linked to obesity. In the US, pharma companies can offer money and perks to doctors who promote their products.
- apwell23 1y agoI have hard time accepting that ppl stop being obese only if their doctor tells them 'eat healthy and move more' . Why do ppl believe this kind of stuff. It is so bizarre and defies any commonsense.
- johannes1234321 1y agoIf just the doctor tells it, it won't have much impact. If health education/advertisement from public funds frames it, it has impact. Of course there is the role of availability of options, but they come from demand, which comes from the above.
- n4r9 1y agoSome people have no idea how to diet or exercise, or have no idea that they're overweight, or have specialised conditions that make it hard to follow generic advice. These people might find it really valuable to receive individualised advice and education from their doctor. Also this would often be in the context of the patient coming to the doctor with a complaint. If the doctor says "trying eating healthily and exercising, then come back in a month for a follow-up", some might just do nothing but many people will actually try it.