Obesity: Key JD

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A digest of articles written 1999 and later, on the topic "Obesity," originating from Planet Earth —» Key JD.  Display:  All Citations ·  All Abstracts
1 Guideline Practice guidelines for the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of childhood and adolescent obesity. 2009

Hocevar SN, Key JD. · MUSC, 135 Rutledge Ave., Charleston, SC 29425, USA. · J S C Med Assoc. · Pubmed #19480125 No free full text.

Abstract: Obesity affects one third of children and adolescents, many of whom already have serious medical consequences. Therefore primary care providers must deliver clinical service that incorporates preventive practices, improves early diagnosis, and evaluates co-morbid conditions. In addition physicians must become more knowledgeable about changing practice in treating overweight and obese children.

2 Article Community and school-based interventions to prevent obesity in children and adolescents. 2009

Key JD, Oexmann MJ, Russell AM. · MUSC, 135 Rutledge Ave., Charleston, SC 29425, USA. · J S C Med Assoc. · Pubmed #19480128 No free full text.

Abstract: Public health initiatives in community and school settings are complementary to clinical medicine and are necessary in times of health crisis, such as the current epidemic of obesity. In addition to providing health care for individuals, physicians need to regard their community as their patient and participate in multidisciplinary, collaborative efforts to turn the tide of obesity in children and adolescents.