Neck Circumference: A Novel Anthropometric Tool for Screening Obesity Among Young Adults

Neck Circumference: A Novel Anthropometric Tool for Screening Obesity Among Young Adults

Background: Obesity is a global health concern characterized by excessive fat accumulation, posing significant health risks that affect all age groups. Particularly among young adults, including medical students, obesity can lead to physical and psychosocial consequences, emphasizing the need for e...

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Main Authors: Mouna Hogalagere Sriramappa, Hamsa Lokanath, Jai Krishna Madarakkal Gunaseelan, Chittem Sravana Deepthi, Anu Priya Mathew Chirakkara, Tapasi Lahari Reddy
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Medsci Publications 2024-10-01
Series:National Journal of Community Medicine
Subjects:
Anthropometry
Body Mass Index
Medical students
Neck circumference measurement
Waist-to-Hip Ratio
Online Access:http://njcmindia.com/index.php/file/article/view/4412

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