Journal article
It’s like rocket science…only more complex: challenges and experiences related to managing pediatric obesity in Canada
Abstract
Pediatric obesity is an urgent and complex public health issue. Approximately one-third of Canadian children are overweight or obese, a proportion that highlights the need for effective and accessible services to improve short- and long-term health risks. In our experience, we have encountered a number of challenges common in pediatric obesity management across our clinical and research centers. For the purpose of this review, these challenges …
Authors
Avis JL; Bridger T; Buchholz A; Chanoine J-P; Hadjiyannakis S; Hamilton J; Jetha MM; Legault L; Morrison KM; Wareham A
Journal
Expert Review of Endocrinology & Metabolism, Vol. 9, No. 3, pp. 223–229
Publisher
Taylor & Francis
Publication Date
May 2014
DOI
10.1586/17446651.2014.897605
ISSN
1744-6651