Obesity

Obesity is a complex disease involving an excessive amount of body fat. It is not just a cosmetic concern — it increases the risk of many diseases and health problems, including heart disease, diabe

42.4% of US adults
Severity: Severe
Chronic Condition
Not Contagious
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At a Glance

What is it?
Obesity is a complex disease involving an excessive amount of body fat. It is not just a cosmetic concern — it increases the risk of many diseases a
Who it affects
All ages, prevalence increasing

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Sources & References

  1. Mayo Clinic — mayoclinic.org
  2. National Institutes of Health (NIH) — nih.gov
  3. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) — cdc.gov
  4. MedlinePlus — medlineplus.gov
  5. World Health Organization (WHO) — who.int
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