What Leads To Obesity In Rural Communities?
Wed, 05 Jul 2006 04:00 AM EST
... Residents of rural communities who feel isolated from recreational facilities, stores, churches and schools are more likely to be obese than those who believe they are closer to facilities, new Saint Louis University research finds.The study is thought to be the first to examine the link between obesity and the environmental factors within rural communities. [click link for full article] ...
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