child obesity

Study: Black Children Who Experience Racism Are At A Higher Risk For Obesity

Black and Hispanic children have higher rates of obesity according to a new report.
07/14/2023
Body Mass Index Can Predict Health Outcomes

Many Health Woes in Teens Seeking Obesity Surgery

Is weight loss surgery the answer for obese young people?
11/05/2013
School Lunches

Some School Districts Quit Healthier Lunch Program

Cafeterias lost money because kids didn’t like the meals.
08/27/2013
Can Extra Body Weight Explain Asthma in Kids of Color?

Study: Heavy Children at Higher Risk of Asthma

Obese, asthmatic kids more likely to visit emergency room.
08/26/2013

Obesity Very High in 13 States, Mainly in The South

Louisiana and Mississippi have the highest rates.
08/16/2013

Treating Children's Diabetes Is Harder Than Once Thought

From 2002 to 2005, 3,600 children were diagnosed each year.
05/03/2012
Can Extra Body Weight Explain Asthma in Kids of Color?

Calorie Count for Children Can Curb Obesity

Lower-income Black kids bear the brunt of obesity.
04/17/2012