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Childhood Obesity in the Caribbean

Issue: 
Vol 60, Issue 4 (2011) - Special Issue on WIMJ 60th Anniversary, 1951-2011
Pages: 
442–5
Synopsis: 
There is a high prevalence of obesity in children in Bonaire. Effective measures are urgently needed to prevent obesity and overweight; these should focus on stimulating healthy eating habits and more physical activity.
 
ABSTRACT
 
Objective: To determine the prevalence of overweight among school children in Bonaire, an island in the Caribbean, and to obtain clues for prevention of overweight.
 
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Journal Sections: 
Original Articles
Keywords: 
Caribbean
Child
obesity
Bonaire
Journal Authors: 
L Schwiebbe
J van Rest
E Verhagen
RWM Visser
J Kist-van Holthe
RA Hirasing
e-Published: 03 Feb, 2014
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