# Comprehensive cardiometabolic rehabilitation program for childhood obesity

## TL;DR

A new program for childhood obesity in Chile is shown to be cost-effective and could improve health outcomes and reduce costs.

## Contribution

The paper introduces a cost-effective Pediatric Cardiometabolic Rehabilitation program for childhood obesity in Chile.

## Key findings

- The program has a positive Net Present Value and an Internal Rate of Return of 13%.
- The interventions could be 49% cheaper than the current strategy.
- The program could improve the Human Development Index by 0.585%.

## Abstract

Obesity is a public health problem in Chile, with 31% of adults and 54% of children affected. Current public policies present gaps in prevention with 44% of obese children. In Penco-Lirquén, a comprehensive and personalized Pediatric Cardiometabolic Rehabilitation program is proposed.

Analyze the cost-effectiveness of program.

Characterization of supply and demand, together with a technical-financial study to determine viability and cost-effectiveness.

The economic viability with a positive Net Present Value and an Internal Rate of Return of 13% estimates that the interventions could be 49% cheaper than the current strategy and improve the Human Development Index by 0.585%.

The implementation of the program is proposed as a cost-effective strategy, promoting healthy habits and optimizing health resources. The prevention and treatment of obesity must be prioritized globally to protect the health of future generations and reduce costs.