Obesity in Israel

Israel, a country located in the Middle East, had an adult obesity rate of 26.1% in 2016, ranking it 45th globally. This is a significant health concern, as obesity is linked to a variety of serious health conditions, including heart disease, diabetes, and certain types of cancer.

Healthcare in Israel

Healthcare in Israel is universal and participation in a medical insurance plan is compulsory. The Israeli healthcare system is primarily funded through taxes levied by the government. Despite the high obesity rate, Israel's healthcare system is ranked 28th in the world by the World Health Organization.

Obesity in Israel

The obesity rate in Israel has been steadily increasing over the past few decades. In 2016, the adult obesity rate was 26.1%, placing Israel 45th in the world for obesity. This is a significant increase from 2000, when the adult obesity rate was just 15.2%.

Weight Loss Facilities

There are several well-known healthcare facilities in Israel that specialize in weight loss. These include:

• Rambam Health Care Campus - Located in Haifa, this hospital offers a comprehensive weight loss program that includes nutritional counseling, physical therapy, and surgical options.
• Sheba Medical Center - This hospital, located in Tel Hashomer, offers a multidisciplinary approach to weight loss, with a team of dietitians, psychologists, and surgeons working together to help patients achieve their weight loss goals.
• Sourasky Medical Center - Also known as Ichilov Hospital, this Tel Aviv-based medical center offers a variety of weight loss treatments, including bariatric surgery.

See Also

• Healthcare in Israel
• Obesity by country
• List of countries by body mass index