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Hall Health and Wellness Solutions Recognized in Statewide Obesity Report


HATTIESBURG, Miss. — December 7, 2025

 — Hall Health and Wellness is proud to be featured in a recent WDAM report highlighting the expanding statewide response to obesity, as the rates continue their troubling climb across Mississippi. [Source](https://www.wdam.com/2025/12/07/mississippi-expands-obesity-response-rates-continue-climb/)


The article underscores that roughly 40% of Mississippi adults — some 1.2 million people — are currently classified as obese, and projections indicate that as many as 57% of adults could be obese by 2030 if effective interventions are not implemented. As a local healthcare provider focused on primary care and weight management, Hall Health and Wellness is honored to contribute to the broader effort to confront this crisis.


"As the WDAM report makes clear, obesity is fueling chronic disease, health disparities, and even contributing to infant mortality statewide," said Dr. Rasheeda Hall, MD, founder, owner, and physician of Hall Health and Wellness. "At Hall Health, we believe obesity is not just a personal concern — it's a community challenge, and we are committed to helping patients access care, treatment, and sustainable lifestyle support."


The WDAM article specifically highlights Hall Health's role in providing anti-obesity medication and weight-management services — a critical asset in a state where, despite coverage under Medicaid since 2023, only 2.4% of eligible adults received these treatments in 2024. For many patients without Medicaid coverage, out-of-pocket costs can range from $300 to $1,500 per month. Hall Health is working to raise awareness and improve access to treatment for all Mississippians.


Beyond medical treatment, Hall Health emphasizes the importance of comprehensive care — including nutrition education, exercise guidance, and lifestyle support — as part of a long-term strategy to combat obesity and its associated health risks. By offering holistic, patient-centered services, Hall Health aims to help individuals not only lose weight, but build sustainable, healthy habits that can last a lifetime.


"Stories like those shared in the WDAM article — of patients who have transformed their lives through medication, exercise, and lifestyle changes — help shift public perception," said Dr. Hall. "We're moving away from outdated stigma and misunderstanding, toward real, evidence-based care that recognizes obesity as a complex health issue with many contributing factors."


As Mississippi ramps up its statewide response — including nutrition education, physical activity promotion, and policy efforts to improve food access and healthy living — Hall Health and Wellness stands ready to partner with patients, families, and community leaders to make a meaningful difference.


For more information about Hall Health and Wellness services, or to schedule an appointment, please contact:

- Phone: (601) 658-9343

- Address: 511 W Laurel Avenue, Hattiesburg, MS 39401



About Hall Health 


Hall Health is a private primary care and weight-management clinic based in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. Founded and owned by Dr. Rasheeda C. Hall, MD, the clinic is dedicated to providing comprehensive, compassionate, and evidence-based care. Services include obesity treatment, anti-obesity medication management, nutrition counseling, lifestyle coaching, and routine medical care. Hall Health is committed to improving health outcomes and supporting sustainable wellness for individuals and communities across Mississippi.


Reference: [WDAM Report on Mississippi's Expanding Obesity Response](https://www.wdam.com/2025/12/07/mississippi-expands-obesity-response-rates-continue-climb/)


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