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Slimming on Referral: A Practice Nurse's Perspective

Explore the impact of obesity on the NHS and the benefits of weight loss, along with reasons why patients may struggle to lose weight. Learn about the Slimming on Referral program, a 12-week scheme funded by the NHS and Slimming World, offering support for those ready to make a lifestyle change.

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Slimming on Referral: A Practice Nurse's Perspective

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  1. Slimming on Referral A Practice Nurses’s View Nikki Sly Senior Practice Nurse at Boundary House Surgery

  2. A day in the life of a Nurse……

  3. The effect of Obesity on the NHS • More than a ¼ of adults are classed as obese • 42% of men and a 1/3 of women are classed as overweight • The long term consequences of obesity is costing the NHS £5.1 billion each year. www.nice.org.uk (accessed June 2014)

  4. The benefits of losing 5-10% of our body weight can be… • Reducing high blood pressure that could lead to a stroke or heart disease • Reducing the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes and its complications • Improving osteoarthritis of joints and back pain • Improving fertility problems • Decreasing the likelihood of depression caused by stigma or bullying

  5. So why do patients fail to lose weight? • Fad diets • No quick fix • Too busy • Feeling embarrassed/like a failure • Cost • Loss of control • Support

  6. Slimming on Referral • A golden opportunity for NHS patients to be encouraged to take control of their weight issues • A 12 week scheme funded by the NHS and subsidised by Slimming World • Flexibility for shift workers or people who work away from home

  7. When referring a patient…… • Are they ready to change their lifestyle? • Do they fit the criteria? BMI >30 • Explain the scheme • Weight, Height, and BP • Discuss how they can find out more about slimming world and the clubs accessible to them – www.slimmingworld.com • Complete the referral form

  8. My Story….

  9. Any questions?

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