Obesity Rates Rise in 21 States; Expert Appointed at Harvard Medical School
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What happened
A new report from Trust for America’s Health (TFAH) found that 21 states had adult obesity rates at or above 35% in 2025. The assessment showed that 40.3% of adults and 21.1% of children and adolescents aged 2 to 19 years had obesity nationally in 2021-2023. This trend is up from 19 states in 2024 and calls for more federal investment in prevention.
From healio.com
Why it matters
The findings represent a concerning trend, as the number of states with high adult obesity rates increased from 19 in 2024 to 21 in 2025. Experts noted that the chronic disease prevention programs are at risk due to federal budget cuts and staff reductions.
From healio.com
Who's involved
- Fatima Cody StanfordAmerican obesity medicine physician scientist who joined Harvard Medical School
- Harvard Medical SchoolMedical school where Fatima Cody Stanford holds the position of associate professor
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The entities involved
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Harvard Medical School
medical school in Boston, Massachusetts
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