Record #:

29484

Author(s):

Buescher, Paul A.; Whitmire, J. Timothy; Plescia, Marcus

Abstract:

Obesity is recognized as a serious public health epidemic and a significant underlying cause of morbidity and mortality. This study examined medical care expenditure and utilization patterns in a sample of adolescents in North Carolina enrolled in Medicaid. Results show negative health consequences of overweight as early as adolescence.

Source:

SCHS Studies (NoCar RA 407.4 N8 P48), Vol. Issue 151, Aug 2006, p1-8, bibl, f

Subject(s):

Obesity; Medical care--Cost of; Medical care--Utilization