Vital Signs: Obesity Among Low-Income, Preschool-Aged Children United States, 20082011
Author: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
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The prevalence of obesity remains high among all youths, including preschool-aged children. However, no statistically significant increase has been observed since 19992000. This report used data from 11.6 million low-income children aged 24 years to examine trends in obesity prevalence among 40 states, the District of Columbia,and two territories. Small but significant declines in obesity among low-income preschoolers were observed in 19 of the 43 states/territories.
Program: Community Health
Submitted Date: Aug 21, 2013 | Modified Date: Sep 30, 2025
Primary Toolkit: Chronic Disease Prevention Toolkit | Secondary Toolkit: N/A
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Institution Type: Federal,
Keywords: Chronic Disease, Healthy Living & Prevention
