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Evaluation Of The Cost-Effectiveness Of A Community Obesity Prevention Program, Tristan Devine, Dnp, Jennifer Laurent, Ph.D, Aprn
Evaluation Of The Cost-Effectiveness Of A Community Obesity Prevention Program, Tristan Devine, Dnp, Jennifer Laurent, Ph.D, Aprn
College of Nursing and Health Sciences Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Project Publications
Background: Community-based obesity programs have become a common intervention to address childhood obesity. A majority of these programs have not estimated the cost-effectiveness of their interventions.
Purpose: Determine the fiscal impact of a community obesity prevention program in the state of VT.
Methods: Community Programs and Policies Intensity (CPPI) scores were calculated for Franklin and Grand Isle (FGI) from 2017-2019. Changes in childhood obesity from 2017-2019 were analyzed and subsequent health care cost savings were calculated based on observed obesity changes. Change in CPPI scores were compared to expected change in obesity to allow forecasting for biannual health care cost …