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Anthropometric status of nurses working at a private hospital in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal.
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Background: The prevalence of overweight and obesity among nurses in South Africa (SA) is increasing. This is a concern as overweight and obesity increase the risk for non-communicable diseases (NCDs). Aim: This study aimed to determine the anthropometric status of nurses working at a private hospital and to identify the factors related to a high body mass index (BMI). Setting: This study was conducted at a private hospital in Pietermaritzburg (PMB), KwaZulu-Natal (KZN). Methods: Weight, height and waist circumference (WC) measurements were taken, using standardised procedures. A self-administered questionnaire was developed to collect data on factors associated with a high BMI. Results: Most participants were overweight or obese (86.2%; Conclusion: There was a high prevalence of overweight and obesity among the nurses according to BMI. According to WC, most female nurses had an increased risk for metabolic complications. Being female, not smoking and skipping meals were associated with a higher BMI. Contribution: This study highlights the increasing prevalence of overweight and obesity among nurses.
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