CORPORATE IMPACT ON PUBLIC HEALTH: A NARRATIVE REVIEW OF OBESITY AND COMMERCIAL DETERMINANTS OF HEALTH

Abstract

This research thoroughly explores Commercial Determinants of Health (CDoH) and their impact on obesity and public health. It reveals how corporate practices, policies, and marketing strategies influence health outcomes, perpetuating unhealthy behaviours and lifestyles. The study emphasizes the urgent need to address these determinants in public health strategies, advocating for stronger regulatory frameworks, transparent labelling practices, and enhanced public-private partnerships. Through meticulous analysis, the research highlights the complex relationship between corporate actions and public health policy, illustrating how lobbying efforts and corporate influence hinder effective health regulations. The study calls for concerted efforts among stakeholders to address CDoH as a vital component of public health strategies, emphasizing the importance of reinforcing public health initiatives with robust policies and practices. The thesis concludes with recommendations for future research, policy formulation, and public health strategies to counteract the adverse effects of CDoH on obesity and overall public health. By contributing valuable insights to policymakers, public health professionals, and researchers, this narrative review strives to confront obesity as one of the paramount health challenges of our era.  

Date of Award	2024
Original language	American English
Awarding Institution	HBKU College of Public Policy