Abstract
Introduction Overweight and obesity are quickly rising in developing countries like India Aim This study was aimed at to evaluate and compare the knowledge, attitude and practices regarding Obesity among medical and non medical college students. Material and Method We examined Knowledge, Attitude and Practice (KAP) on obesity among 200 medical and non-medical college students. KAP's were assessed and statistical analyses were done. Results We found good and fair knowledge among medical students as compared to non medical student's population. This study also showed a high percentage poor knowledge in non medical student's population. A poor practice was also observed in overall student's population. The study also demonstrated a high level of knowledge practice gap among medical and non medical students. Conclusion Not only enhanced knowledge regarding obesity is enough for prevention of this particular disorder but also development of perfect attitude and proper practice through life-style modification is required.
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