1 in 5 children in the United States is obese Children ages 8 through 18 spend on average 7.5 hours in front of a screen using entertainment media. This time does not include the time they spend in front of a computer at school for educational purposes or at home for homework. Screen time is inactive […]
Walk with a Doc | October 5, 2019
· Walk With a Doc was started in 2005 by Dr. David Sabgir, a cardiologist in Columbus, Ohio. · Walk With a Doc is now in 500 locations worldwide. · At each Walk With a Doc event, the participating doctor begins with a brief discussion on a current health topic and then participants spend the rest of the hour […]
Inflammatory Bowel Disease Education Day
The Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation invites you to attend a fantastic educational day for people living with Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD). Patients, families, nurses, advanced practice providers, and physicians are all welcome! The event takes place on Saturday, September 21, 2019 at the Dallas Arboretum. Registration includes free parking and admission to the Arboretum after […]
September is National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month
1 in 5 children in the United States are obese Sedentary activities such as watching television and other screen devices, contribute to excess weight gain in children. How Much Physical Activity Do Children Need? Research has now shown that any amount of physical activity has some health benefits. What Are The Health Benefits Of Being Physically […]
September is National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month
1 in 5 children in the United States is obese. What is the Definition of Childhood Obesity? Childhood Obesity is defined by the Body Mass Index (BMI). BMI in children is defined differently than for adults. BMI in children uses weight and height but it is age and gender specific. Adult BMI charts list a specific […]
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