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Obesity (Copyright © Spina Bifida Association)

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Publication Year: 2011
Type: Online publication
Language: English
Website: http://www.spinabifidaassociation.org/site/c.liKWL7PLLrF/b.2700287/k.C25F/Obesity.htm

Obesity is a major risk factor for many health problems in all people. But people with spina bifida have a very high risk of obesity. This fact sheet explains the risk factors of obesity specific to people with spina bifida, how you can prevent obesity, and what you can do to reduce your weight and become healthier.

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Spina Bifida Association
4590 MacArthur Boulevard, NW, Suite 250
Washington DC 20007-4226

Phone: 202-944-3285
Toll-free Phone: (800) 621-3141 EN/SP

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