Abstract:OBJECTIVES/GOALS: Youth with comorbid asthma and overweight/obesity (OW/OB) are at risk for increased morbidity. Physical activity (PA) engagement can mitigate risks, but the majority of youth do not meet national PA guidelines. This study examines caregiver and youth perspectives about ways physicians can promote PA in this population. METHODS/STUDY POPULATION: Participants included 20 adolescents (M age = 16.0; 55% male) with asthma and OW/OB and a primary caregiver (90% mothers). Caregivers and adolescents … Show more
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