Understanding of DOHaD concepts in undergraduate health professional students

What is it about?

Developmental Origins of Health and Disease (DOHaD) informed interventions supporting primary noncommunicable disease risk reduction are dependent on a health workforce, (including dietitians, nurses, midwives, doctors, and nutrition teachers), that has a deep understanding of DOHaD concepts. This study assessed development of awareness of DOHaD concepts during undergraduate health professional training programs using a standardized questionnaire.

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Why is it important?

Our findings show that overall awareness of DOHaD concepts was less than optimal while levels of awareness increased across program years. This indicates a need for the DOHaD community to engage with faculties in curriculum development.