West Virginia, Mississippi, and Arkansas are the U.S. states with the highest percentage of their population who are obese. The states with the lowest percentage of their population who are obese include Colorado, Hawaii, and Massachusetts. Obesity in the United States Obesity is a growing problem in many countries around the world, but the United States has the highest rate of obesity among all OECD countries. The prevalence of obesity in the United States has risen steadily over the previous two decades, with no signs of declining. Obesity in the U.S. is more common among women than men, and overweight and obesity rates are higher among African Americans than any other race or ethnicity. Causes and health impacts Obesity is most commonly the result of a combination of poor diet, overeating, physical inactivity, and a genetic susceptibility. Obesity is associated with various negative health impacts, including an increased risk of cardiovascular diseases, certain types of cancer, and diabetes type 2. As of 2022, around 8.4 percent of the U.S. population had been diagnosed with diabetes. Diabetes is currently the eighth leading cause of death in the United States.

In 2021-2022, Mississippi topped the ranking of states with the highest share of children/adolescents between 6 and 17 years of age who were obese. This statistic illustrates the obesity rates among children/adolescents between 6 and 17 years of age in the United States in 2021-2022, by state.

In 2023, approximately ** percent of men in West Virginia were obese, the highest share of any state in the United States. This statistic presents the states with the highest share of men who were obese with a body mass index (BMI) of ** or higher in the U.S. in 2023.

Obesity has become a major concern for health officials in the United States. Rates of obesity are higher than ever before and as a result, consequential medical conditions have arisen in those who suffer from obesity; while at the same time, medical expenses are skyrocketing for these same individuals. In this study, I analyze regional trends in the United States of both obesity rates and walkability in 74 cities in the United States. After analyzing the data and constructing visual representations, I found that the Northeast region of the US is most walkable, while the Southeast and Southwestern regions are the least walkable. In regards to obesity rates, I found that the West had the lowest obesity rates in both 2010 and 2013, while the Midwest and the Southeast had a high obesity rate in both 2010 and 2013. Additionally, the Northeastern US had a high obesity rate in 2013.

The adult obesity rate, or the percentage of the county population (age 18 and older*) that is obese, or has a Body Mass Index (BMI) equal to or greater than 30 [kg/m2], is illustrative of a serious health problem, in Champaign County, statewide, and nationally.

The adult obesity rate data shown here spans from Reporting Years (RY) 2015 to 2024. Champaign County’s adult obesity rate fluctuated during this time, peaking in RY 2022. The adult obesity rates for Champaign County, Illinois, and the United States were all above 30% in RY 2024, but the Champaign County rate was lower than the state and national rates. All counties in Illinois had an adult obesity rate above 30% in RY 2024, but Champaign County's rate is one of the lowest among all Illinois counties.

Obesity is a health problem in and of itself, and is commonly known to exacerbate other health problems. It is included in our set of indicators because it can be easily measured and compared between Champaign County and other areas.

This data was sourced from the University of Wisconsin’s Population Health Institute’s and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation’s County Health Rankings & Roadmaps. Each year’s County Health Rankings uses data from the most recent previous years that data is available. Therefore, the 2024 County Health Rankings (“Reporting Year” in the table) uses data from 2021 (“Data Year” in the table). The survey methodology changed in Reporting Year 2015 for Data Year 2011, which is why the historical data shown here begins at that time. No data is available for Data Year 2018. The County Health Rankings website notes to use caution if comparing RY 2024 data with prior years.

*The percentage of the county population measured for obesity was age 20 and older through Reporting Year 2021, but starting in Reporting Year 2022 the percentage of the county population measured for obesity was age 18 and older.

Source: University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute. County Health Rankings & Roadmaps 2024. www.countyhealthrankings.org.

In 2022, the U.S. states with the highest rates of obesity among women were Tennessee, Louisiana, and Mississippi. At that time, almost ** percent of women in Tennessee were considered obese. The states with the highest rates of obesity among men are West Virginia, Arkansas, and Oklahoma. Obesity: Women vs. men As of 2023, women in the United States had slightly higher rates of obesity than men. At that time, around **** percent of women were considered obese, compared to **** percent of men. Rates of obesity among both men and women are higher in the United States than any other OECD country, with high-calorie diets, often from fast food and sugary drinks, and large food portion sizes being partly to blame. In 2024, the mean self-reported weight among men in the United States was *** pounds, while women reported weighing an average of *** pounds. Which state is the most obese? As of 2023, West Virginia had the highest prevalence of adult obesity in the United States, with around ** percent of the population considered obese. Following West Virginia, Mississippi, Arkansas, and Louisiana, had some of the highest rates of obesity in the country. Colorado had the lowest share of adults who were obese at that time, but still, ********* of adults in the state were obese. West Virginia is also the state with the highest prevalence of obesity among high school students, with ** percent of high schoolers considered obese in 2021. Obesity in childhood is associated with obesity as adults, as well as mental health problems such as anxiety and depression.

United States Overweight or Obese Population was up 0.4points in 2019, compared to the previous year.

In 2021, around ** percent of high school students in the state of West Virginia were obese, making it the state with the highest share of obese high school students that year. Colorado and Utah had the lowest obesity rates among students that year. The state with the highest share of obese adults West Virginia not only has the highest rate of obese high school students, it is also the U.S. state with the highest percentage of obese adults, which was about ** percent as of 2023. Obesity remains a growing problem in the United States, especially in the southern states. Body image among college students In the fall of 2024, just over half of U.S. college students (18 years and older) described their weight as “about the right weight”. Over ********* of the respondents stated that they were slightly overweight, while *** percent said they were very overweight. Furthermore, roughly ** percent of college students rated their health as very good, while just ****percent of this group rated their general health as poor.

In Mississippi, over ***** out of ten adults were reported to be either overweight or obese in 2018, making it the leading U.S. state that year. Other prominent states, in terms of overweight and obesity, included Arkansas in ******, Oklahoma in *******, and Louisiana in ***** place.

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When it comes to obesity, specifically, percentages were still very high for certain states. Almost forty percent of West Virginia’s population was obese in 2018. Colorado, Hawaii, and California were some of the healthier states that year, with obesity rates between ** and ** percent. The average for the country itself stood at just over ** percent.

Obesity-related health problems

Being obese can lead to various health-related complications, such as diabetes and diseases of the heart. In 2017, almost ** people per 100,000 died of diabetes mellitus in the United States. In the same year, roughly *** per 100,000 Americans died of heart disease. While the number of deaths caused by heart disease has decreased significantly over the past sixty to seventy years, it is still one of the leading causes of death in the country.

In 2023, Black adults had the highest obesity rates of any race or ethnicity in the United States, followed by American Indians/Alaska Natives and Hispanics. As of that time, around ** percent of all Black adults were obese. Asians/Pacific Islanders had by far the lowest obesity rates. Obesity in the United States Obesity is a present and growing problem in the United States. An astonishing ** percent of the adult population in the U.S. is now considered obese. Obesity rates can vary substantially by state, with around ** percent of the adult population in West Virginia reportedly obese, compared to ** percent of adults in Colorado. The states with the highest rates of obesity include West Virginia, Mississippi, and Arkansas. Diabetes Being overweight and obese can lead to a number of health problems, including heart disease, cancer, and diabetes. Being overweight or obese is one of the most common causes of type 2 diabetes, a condition in which the body does not use insulin properly, causing blood sugar levels to rise. It is estimated that just over ***** percent of adults in the U.S. have been diagnosed with diabetes. Diabetes is now the seventh leading cause of death in the United States, accounting for ***** percent of all deaths.

United States US: Prevalence of Overweight: Weight for Height: Female: % of Children Under 5 data was reported at 6.900 % in 2012. This records an increase from the previous number of 6.400 % for 2009. United States US: Prevalence of Overweight: Weight for Height: Female: % of Children Under 5 data is updated yearly, averaging 6.900 % from Dec 1991 (Median) to 2012, with 6 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 8.700 % in 2005 and a record low of 5.100 % in 1991. United States US: Prevalence of Overweight: Weight for Height: Female: % of Children Under 5 data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s USA – Table US.World Bank: Health Statistics. Prevalence of overweight, female, is the percentage of girls under age 5 whose weight for height is more than two standard deviations above the median for the international reference population of the corresponding age as established by the WHO's new child growth standards released in 2006.; ; World Health Organization, Global Database on Child Growth and Malnutrition. Country-level data are unadjusted data from national surveys, and thus may not be comparable across countries.; Linear mixed-effect model estimates; Estimates of overweight children are also from national survey data. Once considered only a high-income economy problem, overweight children have become a growing concern in developing countries. Research shows an association between childhood obesity and a high prevalence of diabetes, respiratory disease, high blood pressure, and psychosocial and orthopedic disorders (de Onis and Blössner 2003). Childhood obesity is associated with a higher chance of obesity, premature death, and disability in adulthood. In addition to increased future risks, obese children experience breathing difficulties and increased risk of fractures, hypertension, early markers of cardiovascular disease, insulin resistance, and psychological effects. Children in low- and middle-income countries are more vulnerable to inadequate nutrition before birth and in infancy and early childhood. Many of these children are exposed to high-fat, high-sugar, high-salt, calorie-dense, micronutrient-poor foods, which tend be lower in cost than more nutritious foods. These dietary patterns, in conjunction with low levels of physical activity, result in sharp increases in childhood obesity, while under-nutrition continues

In 2022, over ** percent of both men and women in the United States reported themselves as obese (BMI over 30), making it the country with the highest percentage of obese adults on this list. Other selected countries on the list with a high prevalence of obesity among adults included the United Kingdom and Australia. Obesity groups in the United States In 2023, Black adults had the highest overweight and obesity rates of any race or ethnicity in the United States. Asians and Native Hawaiians or Pacific Islanders had the lowest rates by far, with roughly ** percent. In 2022, almost ** percent of people aged 65 and older were obese in the United States. This estimate has been steadily increasing since 2013 when roughly ** percent of elderly Americans were obese. Leading health problems worldwide Obesity was considered one of 2024’s biggest health problems: ** percent of adults worldwide stated that obesity was the biggest health issue for people within their country. Around ** percent of adults stated that mental health was the most significant problem facing their country that year.

In 2021-2023, the obesity rate among Latinos in Alabama amounted to around 36 percent, while Michigan reported a rate of 39 percent. This statistic depicts the obesity rate among Latinos in the United States in 2021-2023, sorted by state.

In 2021-2023, the obesity rate among Black adults in Mississippi was around 47 percent. This statistic depicts the obesity rate among African Americans in the United States in 2021-2023, sorted by state.

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Obese Patient Trolley Market Outlook

The global market size for obese patient trolleys is projected to grow significantly from $350 million in 2023 to approximately $600 million by 2032, exhibiting a robust CAGR of 6.3%. The increasing prevalence of obesity, coupled with the rising demand for specialized medical equipment to ensure the safe transport of obese patients, is driving this market's growth. Innovations in trolley design and materials, coupled with increased healthcare spending, are also contributing factors to this upward trend.

The significant growth in the obese patient trolley market can be attributed to a myriad of factors. Primarily, the rising incidence of obesity worldwide has necessitated the need for specialized medical equipment. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), obesity has nearly tripled since 1975, with over 650 million adults classified as obese in 2016. This alarming trend has led to an increased demand for obese patient trolleys, which are specifically designed to safely transport overweight and obese patients, ensuring their comfort and reducing the risk of injury to both the patient and healthcare providers. The growing awareness and emphasis on patient safety and mobility have further accentuated the need for these specialized trolleys.

Technological advancements and innovations in the design of obese patient trolleys are another critical growth factor. Modern trolleys are equipped with features such as electric and hydraulic adjustment systems, advanced braking mechanisms, and enhanced weight-bearing capacities. These innovations not only improve the safety and comfort of obese patients but also enhance the efficiency and ease of use for healthcare providers. Additionally, the integration of lightweight yet durable materials, such as high-grade aluminum and stainless steel, has resulted in trolleys that are both robust and easy to maneuver. These advancements have led to increased adoption of obese patient trolleys across various healthcare settings, further driving market growth.

Moreover, the increased healthcare expenditure and the growing number of healthcare facilities globally are contributing to the market's expansion. Governments and private healthcare providers are investing heavily in modernizing their medical infrastructure to cater to the needs of an increasingly obese population. This includes the procurement of specialized medical equipment such as obese patient trolleys. Additionally, the rise in the number of bariatric surgeries and other medical procedures that require the safe transport of obese patients is further fueling the demand for these trolleys. The growing focus on enhancing patient care and safety standards is expected to continue driving market growth in the coming years.

Analyzing the regional outlook, North America is expected to remain the dominant market for obese patient trolleys, largely due to the high prevalence of obesity and the advanced healthcare infrastructure in the region. The United States, in particular, has one of the highest obesity rates globally, which has led to a significant demand for specialized medical equipment. Europe is also anticipated to witness substantial growth, driven by the increasing focus on patient safety and the rising investments in healthcare infrastructure. The Asia Pacific region is projected to exhibit the highest CAGR, primarily due to the growing healthcare expenditure, the rising incidence of obesity, and the increasing adoption of advanced medical technologies in countries such as China and India.

In the context of specialized medical equipment, the Overweight Patient Tilt Table emerges as a crucial innovation for healthcare providers. This equipment is designed to safely and effectively manage the positioning and movement of overweight patients, particularly in scenarios where precise positioning is critical, such as during diagnostic procedures or rehabilitation sessions. The tilt table offers adjustable angles and secure support, ensuring patient comfort and safety while minimizing the risk of injury to both patients and healthcare staff. As the prevalence of obesity continues to rise, the demand for such specialized equipment is expected to grow, highlighting the importance of integrating advanced solutions like the Overweight Patient Tilt Table into healthcare settings.

Product Type Analysis

The obese patient trolley market can be segmented into three primary product types: manual trolleys, electric

In the United States, the rate of obesity is lower among college graduates compared to those who did not graduate from college. For example, in 2023, around 27 percent of college graduates were obese, while 36 percent of those with some college or technical school were obese. At that time, rates of obesity were highest among those with less than a high school education, at around 37 percent. Income and obesity As with education level, there are also differences in rates of obesity in the United States based on income. Adults in the U.S. with an annual income of 75,000 U.S. dollars or more have the lowest rates of obesity, with around 29 percent of this population obese in 2023. On the other hand, those earning less than 15,000 U.S. dollars per year had the highest rates of obesity at that time, at 37 percent. One reason for this disparity may be a lack of access to fresh food among those earning less, as cheap food in the United States tends to be unhealthier. What is the most obese state? As of 2023, the states with the highest rates of obesity were West Virginia, Mississippi, and Arkansas. At that time, around 41 percent of adults in West Virginia were obese. The states with the lowest rates of obesity were Colorado, Hawaii, and Massachusetts. Still, around a quarter of adults in Colorado were obese in 2023. West Virginia and Mississippi are also the states with the highest rates of obesity among high school students. Children with obesity are more likely to be obese as adults and are at increased risk of health conditions such as asthma, type 2 diabetes, and sleep apnea.

In 2021, the State of Mexico was the region with the highest prevalence of overweight in Mexico, reaching approximately **** percent of interviewed adults aged 20 years or older. Mexico City and the South Pacific region followed, both with an overweight prevalence among adults of about **** percent. Meanwhile, for obesity, the highest prevalence was reported in the Border region, where more than four in every ten people were suffering from obesity or had a body mass index (BMI) equal to or larger than ** kg/m². Obesity was more common among women than men in Mexico as of that year.

Overweight Patient Tilt Table Market Outlook

The global overweight patient tilt table market size is projected to grow from USD 500 million in 2023 to USD 750 million by 2032, registering a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.5% during the forecast period. The primary growth factors for this market include the increasing prevalence of obesity and related health complications, advancements in medical technology, and rising awareness about the benefits of tilt table therapy for overweight patients.

One of the significant growth drivers for the overweight patient tilt table market is the rising incidence of obesity worldwide. The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that obesity has nearly tripled since 1975, with over 650 million adults classified as obese in 2016. This increase in obesity rates has led to a higher demand for specialized medical equipment, such as tilt tables, to assist in the treatment and rehabilitation of overweight patients. Additionally, the growing awareness of the health risks associated with obesity, including cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, and musculoskeletal disorders, has further fueled the demand for tilt tables.

Advancements in medical technology have also played a crucial role in driving the growth of the overweight patient tilt table market. Innovations in tilt table design and functionality, such as motorized tilt tables with enhanced safety features and adjustable settings, have made these devices more effective and user-friendly. These advancements have improved patient outcomes and increased the adoption of tilt tables in various healthcare settings. Furthermore, the integration of digital monitoring systems and data analytics in modern tilt tables has enabled healthcare providers to track patient progress and tailor treatment plans more effectively.

The increasing focus on rehabilitation and physiotherapy for overweight patients is another key factor contributing to the market's growth. Tilt table therapy has been proven to offer numerous benefits for obese patients, including improved circulation, enhanced muscle strength, and better postural control. As a result, there has been a growing recognition of the importance of incorporating tilt table therapy into comprehensive treatment plans for overweight patients. This has led to a higher demand for tilt tables in rehabilitation centers, hospitals, and clinics worldwide.

In addition to tilt tables, the use of specialized equipment like the Overweight Patient Wheelchair has become increasingly important in the healthcare sector. These wheelchairs are designed to accommodate the unique needs of overweight patients, offering enhanced support and comfort. They are equipped with features such as reinforced frames, wider seats, and adjustable components to ensure safety and ease of mobility for patients with higher body weights. As the prevalence of obesity continues to rise, the demand for such specialized wheelchairs is expected to grow, providing essential assistance in both clinical and home settings. The integration of these wheelchairs into patient care plans not only improves mobility but also enhances the overall quality of life for overweight individuals.

Regionally, North America holds the largest share of the overweight patient tilt table market, driven by the high prevalence of obesity in the region and the presence of advanced healthcare infrastructure. The United States, in particular, has one of the highest obesity rates globally, with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reporting that nearly 42.4% of American adults were obese in 2017-2018. This has resulted in a significant demand for specialized medical equipment, including tilt tables, to cater to the needs of overweight patients. Additionally, the availability of government funding and supportive healthcare policies in North America further supports market growth.

Product Type Analysis

In the overweight patient tilt table market, product type is a crucial segment that includes manual tilt tables and motorized tilt tables. Manual tilt tables are typically operated using a lever or crank mechanism, allowing healthcare providers to control the table's tilt angle manually. These tables are relatively cost-effective and do not require an external power source, making them suitable for use in various healthcare settings, including clinics and smaller hospitals. However, manual tilt tables may require more physical effort to operate and may not offer the sam