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- Title: Geographic Differences in Childhood Overweight, Physical Activity, Nutrition and Neighbourhood Facilities: Implications for Prevention (Quantitative Research) (Report)
- Author : Canadian Journal of Public Health
- Release Date : January 01, 2010
- Genre: Law,Books,Professional & Technical,
- Pages : * pages
- Size : 299 KB
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The prevalence of overweight among children in Canada has increased dramatically from 15% in 1977/78 to 26% in 2004. (1) This increase portends future increases in incidence of diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and other chronic diseases. (2,3) Documenting trends post 2004 and understanding the underlying factors are fundamental to public health. Canadian studies have shown that rurally residing children and youth are more likely to be overweight than urban residents. (4-6) In North America, studies have revealed a higher overweight prevalence in rural populations: diet, (7) physical activity (8) and low socio-economic status (9) have been identified as potential reasons. Limited access to parks and recreational facilities in socio-economically disadvantaged areas hinders children from being physically active and puts them at increased risk of becoming overweight. (7,10,11) In addition, residents in neighbourhoods with poor access to healthy foods have more fat in their diet and are more likely to become overweight. (7,12)