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Childhood Obesity
Arkansas Governor outlines steps to combat childhood obesity
September 27th, 2004
A state study based on an analysis of obesity among Arkansas public school students shows that in more than 40% of school districts, more than 40% of the children are either obese or at risk for becoming overweight. The results of the study, released September 7, 2004, show that the districts with the most obese students are spread throughout Arkansas and include both rural and urban areas. They also include all ethnic groups in the state. Statewide, 38% of Arkansas' public school students are either overweight or at risk for being overweight. Among students entering kindergarten, 32% are overweight or at risk of being overweight. ...
Source: Obesity & Diabetes Week (2004-09-27)
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