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Prevalence of obesity in the United States
The following animated graphic shows the increase in obesity occuring in the United States between 1985 and 2001.
The data is based on the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveilance System (BRFSS), a random-digit dialed telephone survey of adults in the United States. This data is courtesy of the Center for Disease Control (CDC).
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Last modified: January 2003.
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The above information is for general purposes only and should not be construed as definitive or binding medical advice. Because each person is medically different, individuals should consult their own personal physicians for specific information and/or treatment recommendations.