What is the Obesity Rate in Haiti? Understanding the Dual Nutritional Burden
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According to the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO), the prevalence of overweight and obesity among Haitians aged 15 and older was 29.9% in 2022, with this figure reportedly rising to 54.9% in 2023. Understanding the obesity rate in Haiti requires examining the complex interplay of severe food insecurity, socioeconomic factors, and a changing dietary landscape. This growing public health concern reveals a complicated paradox where undernutrition and excess weight are both significant issues.
