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Direct linkHawks, Steven R.; Madanat, Hala N. – American Journal of Health Education, 2003
At the national level, obesity and obesity-related illnesses are increasing dramatically. As with many other public health problems, some racial and ethnic populations are disproportionately affected. This article presents current information on the prevalence and consequences of obesity for racial and ethnic groups in the United States and…
Descriptors: Racial Differences, Obesity, Public Health, Incidence
