Prevalence of Overweight, Obesity, and Comorbid Conditions Among U.S. and Kentucky Adults, 20002002
Introduction Obesity rates for adults in Kentucky are regularly among the highest in the nation. Since 1991, adult obesity in Kentucky and the United States has nearly doubled. This trend is of great concern because excess weight has been associated with several chronic diseases and conditions. Thi...
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| Language: | English |
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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
2005-01-01
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| Series: | Preventing Chronic Disease |
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| Online Access: | http://www.cdc.gov/pcd/issues/2005/jan/04_0087.htm |