Voice of America: Groups Seek Ways to Reduce Obesity Among Poor Children

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Groups Seek Ways to Reduce Obesity Among Poor Children Jun 13th 2013, 23:24 Child obesity exists everywhere, even in developing countries. It affects all income levels in developed countries, but studies show it's more prevalent in poor, urban neighborhoods.   The rate of obesity among children has more than doubled over the past three decades in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Researchers say it is especially alarming in poor neighborhoods. A study at Rice University found a link between poverty and ... Media files: CECE90A7-6371-4793-A578-C0940631969B_cx0_cy0_cw0_w800_r1.jpg (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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