Obesity Prevention in Children: Media Campaigns, Stigma and Ethics. (From the Book-Public Health Ethics: Cases Spanning the Globe)
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2016
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Abstract
This case study raises issues of vulnerability, stigma, State coercion and intrusion in personal choices in designing media campain and strategies for prevention of obesity among children. It highlights ethical issues and challenges of health communication.
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A case study developed from obesity prevention strategy and campaign.
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Obese children and children at the risk of developing obesity
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Public Health Ethics
Health Education and Communication
Health Education and Communication