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This report discusses methods and outcomes of estimating the cost effectiveness of four nationally implemented childhood obesity interventions: (1) sugar-sweetened beverage excise tax; (2) eliminating tax subsidy of TV advertising to children; (3) early care and education policy changes; and (4) state policy for active physical education.
There are limitations when comparing the cost per unit of reduction in body mass index (BMI) across interventions; however, when compared to clinical interventions, the cost effectiveness of these prevention interventions is remarkable.
The cost per unit change in BMI for the prevention interventions assessed in this study range from $1.16 to $401. However, the study cited that the cost per unit change in BMI for a primary care-based intervention was $1,000 and the cost per unit change in BMI for bariatric surgery was $2,100.
In order to have the most impact with limited funding, it is important for public health professionals, policy makers and program developers to understand the cost effectiveness of childhood obesity interventions.
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