Diseases & Treatments: Obesity

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• American Obesity Association- The following fact sheets are part of the AOA's National Campaign of Obesity Education, instituted to provide current information on obesity based on scientific research. A partial list of topics: Obesity in the U.S.; Women and Obesity; Obesity in Youth; Health Effects of Obesity; Obesity Treatment & Research.(Added: 2002-04-08 Hits: 78 Rating: 0.00 Votes: 0) Rate It

• BMI - Body Mass Index for Children & Teens- BMI is used differently with children than it is with adults. In children and teens, body mass index is used to assess underweight, overweight, and risk for overweight. Children's body fatness changes over the years as they grow. Also, girls and boys differ in their body fatness as they mature. This is why BMI for children, also referred to as BMI-for-age, is gender and age specific. BMI-for-age is plotted on gender specific growth charts provided by CDC at this website. (Added: 2003-08-12 Hits: 19 Rating: 0.00 Votes: 0) Rate It

• Overweight & Obesity- In the United States, obesity has risen at an epidemic rate during the past 20 years. Research indicates that the situation is worsening rather than improving. The Centers for Disease Control - CDC - website provides comprehensive information on obesity and its health consequences.(Added: 2002-09-27 Hits: 53 Rating: 0.00 Votes: 0) Rate It

• Overweight Health Risks- Interactive Website by Pfizer Inc. on health risks associated with weight gain and being overweight. Online calculation of your Body Mass Index (BMI).(Added: 2002-05-20 Hits: 84 Rating: 0.00 Votes: 0) Rate It

• Surgeon General's Call to Action to Reduce Obesity!- The U.S. Surgeon General identifies 15 activities as national priorities for immediate action to prevent and decrease overweight and obesity. Fact sheets and background information available. (Added: 2003-01-08 Hits: 19 Rating: 0.00 Votes: 0) Rate It

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