Socioeconomic Inequalities and Obesity in South Africa—A Decomposition Analysis

Background: Prior evidence shows that inequalities are related to overweight and obesity in South Africa. Using data from a recent national study, we examine the socioeconomic inequalities associated with obesity in South Africa and the factors associated with it. Methods: We use quantitative data f...

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Main Authors: Eva Goetjes, Milena Pavlova, Charles Hongoro, Wim Groot
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-08-01
Series:International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/1660-4601/18/17/9181