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Research is showing rising childhood obesity rates linked with Type 2 diabetes diagnosis in adolescents. (Courtesy photo)

Childhood Obesity Closely Linked to Alarming Rise of Type 2 Diabetes in Children

by Lindiwe Vilakazi November 21, 2023November 30, 2023

Rising childhood obesity rates are becoming a public health concern, with increased links to comorbidities in children including psychological distress and cardiovascular disorders, and the American Academy of Pediatrics has released its first comprehensive “Clinical Practice Guideline for the Evaluation and Treatment of Children and Adolescents With Obesity” to address the challenges of unhealthy weight increases in children.

Dairy Queen Nixes Sugary Drinks on Kids’ Menu

by Reporter II May 15, 2015October 30, 2020

What is Your Obesity Costing You?

by Washington Informer March 26, 2015October 30, 2020

This New Documentary Sheds Light On What It Really Takes To Combat Childhood Obesity

by Washington Informer March 24, 2015October 30, 2020

CDC: Toddler Food Often Has Too Much Salt, Sugar

by Washington Informer March 10, 2015October 30, 2020

First Lady: US Experiencing Food ‘Culture Change’

by Washington Informer February 27, 2015October 30, 2020

Tax Obesity Proposal: Puerto Rico Might Fine Parents With Obese Children

by Washington Informer February 13, 2015October 30, 2020

Fit 2 Change Combats Childhood Obesity Among Homeless Youth

by Washington Informer November 11, 2014October 30, 2020

U.S. Girls Keep Hitting Puberty Earlier

by Washington Informer November 6, 2013October 30, 2020

Fewer school districts promoting junk food, soda

by NNPAFreddie August 27, 2013October 30, 2020