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Children's Health Crisis: U.S. Obesity Rates Surge to 21%

7/7/2025

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A troubling new study shows a significant decline in U.S. children's health over the past 17 years, with obesity rates climbing from 17% in 2007-2008 to 21% in 2021-2023. Experts caution that existing policies could exacerbate these alarming trends, emphasizing the urgent need for community-driven solutions to combat this growing crisis.

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A troubling new study shows a significant decline in U.S. children's health over the past 17 years, with obesity rates climbing from 17% in 2007-2008 to 21% in 2021-2023. Experts caution that existing policies could exacerbate these alarming trends, emphasizing the urgent need for community-driven solutions to combat this growing crisis.