Stabilization and reversal of child obesity in Andalusia using objective anthropometric measures by socioeconomic status

Abstract Background Childhood obesity continues to be a significant public health issue worldwide. Recent national studies in Spain show a stable picture. However, prevalence and trends differ by socio-economic status, age, and region. We present the trend in childhood excess weight prevalence, aged...

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Main Authors: José-Juan Sánchez-Cruz, I de Ruiter, J J Jiménez-Moleón, Ll García, Maria-Jose Sánchez
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2018-10-01
Series:BMC Pediatrics
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Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12887-018-1295-4