Impact of metabolic comorbidity on the association between body mass index and health-related quality of life: a Scotland-wide cross-sectional study of 5,608 participants

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>The prevalence of obesity is rising in Scotland and globally. Overall, obesity is associated with increased morbidity, mortality and reduced health-related quality of life. Studies suggest that "healthy obesity" (obesity wi...

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Main Authors: Ul-Haq Zia, Mackay Daniel F, Fenwick Elisabeth, Pell Jill P
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2012-02-01
Series:BMC Public Health
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Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/143