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Episode 2: Nauru, the American Sickcare System, and Key Numbers of Obesity Trends.
About This Episode:
In this episode, Dr. Drew Crawford examine the striking rise in obesity on the island nation of Nauru and how its economic collapse contributed to a nationwide health crisis. Drawing parallels to the U.S., he breaks down the failings of the "sickcare" system—where healthcare often focuses on treatment over prevention. He also explores critical obesity statistics and trends, offering insight into how systemic issues and policy choices shape public health outcomes.
Show Notes:
- (00:00) - Intro
- (00:47) - The Country with the Highest Obesity Rate in the World & How it Came to Be
- (04:09) - The American Sickcare System
- (05:07) - Obesity Trends
- (06:19) - Within States Between 2013-2024
- (06:47) - Within the National Adult & Child Obesity Rates in the United States
- (07:21) - Within the States Compared to One Another
- (9:59) - Across Races
- (12:05) - Across Education Levels
- (12:35) - Across Income Levels
- (12:42) - Within Rural vs Urban Areas
- (12:53) - Obesity Trends and Related Health Indicators
- (14:14) - Obesity Around the World (for Adults and Children)
About Your Host:
Dr. Drew Crawford is a board-certified gastroenterologist with an active practice in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He also serves as the Program Director for the Gastroenterology Fellowship at Oklahoma State University. Additionally, and more relevant to this podcast, Dr. Drew Crawford is board-certified in obesity medicine. In the BMI Podcast, we will go Beyond Measurements & Image to build healthier lifestyles, elevate your well-being, and transform lives!
The BMI Podcast Resources:
- Instagram (@the.bmi.podcast)
- Facebook (TheBMIPodcast)
- X (Twitter) (@thebmipodcast)
- LinkedIn (Andrew (Drew) Crawford, DO, MBA, DABOM)
- Website (www.thebmipodcast.com)
The BMI Podcast Disclaimer:
The BMI Podcast is provided for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute providing medical advice or professional services.
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By Dr. Drew CrawfordEpisode 2: Nauru, the American Sickcare System, and Key Numbers of Obesity Trends.
About This Episode:
In this episode, Dr. Drew Crawford examine the striking rise in obesity on the island nation of Nauru and how its economic collapse contributed to a nationwide health crisis. Drawing parallels to the U.S., he breaks down the failings of the "sickcare" system—where healthcare often focuses on treatment over prevention. He also explores critical obesity statistics and trends, offering insight into how systemic issues and policy choices shape public health outcomes.
Show Notes:
- (00:00) - Intro
- (00:47) - The Country with the Highest Obesity Rate in the World & How it Came to Be
- (04:09) - The American Sickcare System
- (05:07) - Obesity Trends
- (06:19) - Within States Between 2013-2024
- (06:47) - Within the National Adult & Child Obesity Rates in the United States
- (07:21) - Within the States Compared to One Another
- (9:59) - Across Races
- (12:05) - Across Education Levels
- (12:35) - Across Income Levels
- (12:42) - Within Rural vs Urban Areas
- (12:53) - Obesity Trends and Related Health Indicators
- (14:14) - Obesity Around the World (for Adults and Children)
About Your Host:
Dr. Drew Crawford is a board-certified gastroenterologist with an active practice in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He also serves as the Program Director for the Gastroenterology Fellowship at Oklahoma State University. Additionally, and more relevant to this podcast, Dr. Drew Crawford is board-certified in obesity medicine. In the BMI Podcast, we will go Beyond Measurements & Image to build healthier lifestyles, elevate your well-being, and transform lives!
The BMI Podcast Resources:
- Instagram (@the.bmi.podcast)
- Facebook (TheBMIPodcast)
- X (Twitter) (@thebmipodcast)
- LinkedIn (Andrew (Drew) Crawford, DO, MBA, DABOM)
- Website (www.thebmipodcast.com)
The BMI Podcast Disclaimer:
The BMI Podcast is provided for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute providing medical advice or professional services.