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Community-Based Interventions for Preventing Childhood Obesity

by Sophia White 1,*
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JMCR  2019, 4; 1(1), 4; https://doi.org/10.69610/j.jmcr.20191130
Received: 27 September 2019 / Accepted: 24 October 2019 / Published Online: 30 November 2019
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Abstract

This paper explores the efficacy of community-based interventions in combating childhood obesity. The increasing prevalence of obesity among children worldwide has become a major public health concern, necessitating innovative approaches towards prevention. This study aims to provide insights into the mechanisms and outcomes of community-based interventions designed specifically for childhood obesity prevention. By examining various programs and strategies implemented across different communities, this paper highlights the effectiveness of community engagement, education, and environmental modifications in reducing obesity rates in children. Additionally, it discusses the challenges faced by these interventions and offers recommendations for future research and policy implementation. The findings suggest that community-based interventions can be a powerful tool in the fight against childhood obesity, offering a comprehensive approach that combines education, policy, and support systems to promote healthy lifestyles and prevent obesity at the population level.

Keywords: Community-based interventions, Childhood obesity, Public health, Prevention strategies, Health promotion.;
Copyright: © 2019 by White. This is an open-access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY) (Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License). The use, distribution or reproduction in other forums is permitted, provided the original author(s) or licensor are credited and that the original publication in this journal is cited, in accordance with accepted academic practice. No use, distribution or reproduction is permitted which does not comply with these terms.

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White, S. Community-Based Interventions for Preventing Childhood Obesity. Journal of Medical Care Research, 2019, 1, 4. https://doi.org/10.69610/j.jmcr.20191130
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White S. Community-Based Interventions for Preventing Childhood Obesity. Journal of Medical Care Research; 2019, 1(1):4. https://doi.org/10.69610/j.jmcr.20191130
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White, Sophia 2019. "Community-Based Interventions for Preventing Childhood Obesity" Journal of Medical Care Research 1, no.1:4. https://doi.org/10.69610/j.jmcr.20191130
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White, S. (2019). Community-Based Interventions for Preventing Childhood Obesity. Journal of Medical Care Research, 1(1), 4. https://doi.org/10.69610/j.jmcr.20191130

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