United to Reduce Childhood Obesity in North America
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Today in North America, 1 in every 3 children under the age of 18 is overweight or obese. These children are at risk of developing chronic illnesses that will affect their lifelong health and well-being. And this, in turn, affects prosperity and economic growth. In fact, across the globe, obesity siphons off approximately $2 trillion from the world economy every year. We recognize that the influences on child obesity in our countries are environmental, socio-economic and behavioral. And we know that the conditions necessary for healthy lives are not equally available to all. Some families, neighborhoods and communities cannot access affordable and nutritious foods and have fewer opportunities for regular physical activity. This is especially true in communities underserved by public transportation, fresh food outlets, recreation facilities and green spaces...
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