TÌNH TRẠNG THỪA CÂN, BÉO PHÌ VÀ MỘT SỐ YẾU TỐ LIÊN QUAN TRÊN SINH VIÊN Y KHOA HỆ LIÊN THÔNG CỦA TRƯỜNG ĐẠI HỌC Y DƯỢC CẦN THƠ NĂM 2024

Abstract

Background: Obesity is a condition of excessive accumulation of body fat, exceeding normal levels, which can be harmful to health and increase the risk of chronic diseases such as cardiovascular disease, high blood pressure, and type 2 diabetes. Research on obesity rates in specific subjects such as medical students is necessary to determine the current situation and propose appropriate intervention measures. Objective: To determine the percentage of overweight, obesity and explore some factors related to overweight and obesity in medical students of Can Tho University of Medicine and Pharmacy. Material and methods: A cross-sectional study with analysis was conducted on 220 medical students of the 2024 academic year at Can Tho University of Medicine and Pharmacy. Results: The percentage of overweight and obesity in students was 20.5%. Factors related to overweight and obesity in students: Gender, frequency of fried and greasy food consumption, use of stimulants. Conclusion: The percentage of overweight and obesity in medical students of Can Tho University of Medicine and Pharmacy was relatively high. It is necessary to pay attention to frequency of using fried foods, greasy foods, use of stimulants to advise medical students, especially male students.