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Obesity affects a huge and diverse population of people, affecting people of all ages, genders, geographical areas, races, and socioeconomic classes. Obesity affects both adults and kids, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Obesity prevalence among adults was expected to be 40.4% in 2019-2020, while it was estimated that among kids and teenagers, it would be 18.5%. Additionally, in 2019-2020, the prevalence of obesity is higher among several racial and ethnic groups than it is among White adults (41.1%), such as Black adults (49.6%) and Hispanic adults (44.8%). Furthermore, persons with lower incomes and less education had a higher prevalence of obesity.

Obesity is a major public health concern in Georgia and across the country. According to the (Georgia Department of Public Health 2021), more than half of the state's adults are overweight or obese. Obesity risk factors include a lack of physical activity, a poor diet, and a genetic predisposition. Obesity has a significant impact on the community because it increases the risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease, diabetes, and cancer.

Stakeholders in the obesity problem include people, groups, and entities who are impacted by it or who are interested in finding a solution. Obese people and people who are at danger of becoming obese are both affected by obesity. Public health organizations like the CDC, the World Health Organization (WHO), and the American Heart Association (AHA), as well as community-based organizations like schools, churches, and community centers, are among the groups involved in the obesity problem. Government agencies like the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), as well as private businesses and organizations like food and beverage manufacturers, health insurance providers, and medical facilities, are among the entities involved in the obesity problem.

Due to its detrimental consequences on health, obesity is a critical public health issue that requires attention. Obesity is linked to a higher chance of developing chronic conditions like diabetes, heart disease, and several types of cancer. Due to the increased risk of chronic diseases and the need for medical procedures to treat them, obesity is also linked to higher healthcare expenses. Additionally, obesity might increase the risk of mental health problems including sadness and anxiety and lower quality of life. Therefore, it is crucial to manage the obesity problem in order to lower the health risks connected to it, as well as to enhance general health and quality of life.

You will explain how intervention and prevention strategies can be used to support health behavior changes in the community. 

1. Health Behavior: Based on the data and your research of the issue, what changes in behavior should occur in order to see improvement in the issue? For example, setting specific and measurable weight loss goals could be a behavior change when working to reduce obesity.

2. Resources: Describe the resources and health services that are available to support these health behavior changes. In other words, what resources could the community use to support the health behavior changes you identified?

3. Strategies: How can key prevention and intervention strategies be used to support the changes in behavior that you identified? For instance, you might explain a prevention strategy such as community education around.