Introduction
Excess weight is a key risk factor for chronic disease, and the systematic
collection, analysis and reporting of key trends are important to surveillance of overweight
and obesity.
Methods
We used univariate analyses to calculate current prevalence estimates of
excess weight among Canadian children and youth.
Results
Almost 1 in 7 children and youth is obese. Rates vary based on sociodemographic
factors such as age, sex, socioeconomic status and place of residence. Overall,
the rates of excess weight have been relatively stable over the past decade.
Conclusion
Ongoing monitoring of childhood obesity will provide useful information
to assist with sustained actions to promote healthy weights.
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