A qualitative study to examine hidden care burden for older adults with overweight and obesity in England
This study provides a unique perspective on unmet care needs among overweight and obese older adults in England. It highlights the compounded challenges faced by this population, emphasising the importance of holistic social care approaches that address both health and psychosocial needs. Findings suggest that minimal yet targeted interventions, such as accessible support networks and public health policies promoting social engagement, could significantly improve wellbeing and reduce long-term health inequalities.
Authors
- Salim Vohra (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5658-8865)
- Hafiz T. A. Khan (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1817-3730)
- Gargi Ghosh (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0876-5094)
Institutions
- University of West London (GB)
- Anglia Ruskin University (GB)
Publication Details
- Journal
- PLoS ONE
- Published
- 2025-03-19
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0320253
- Citations
- 1
- Primary Topic
- Obesity and Health Practices
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 2.02