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Childhood Obesity in UK, Britain
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Childhood Obesity UK

The rising prevalence of childhood obesity witnessed in the United Kingdom in the last few years has worrying implications for the long-term health of our children. Although still rare, most pediatric endocrinologists have now encountered Type II diabetes in obese children. Those at most risk seem to be from ethnic minorities but severely obese, adolescent females with a family history of Type II diabetes are increasingly being diagnosed. In some parts of the United States of America, up to a third of children diagnosed with glucose intolerance have Type II diabetes and this increase mirrors the rising epidemic of obesity in this age group. It is highly likely that a similar picture will emerge in this country if the problem of obesity is not addressed.

Childhood Obesity UK & Metabolic Syndrome
In addition to any endocrine problems attendant on obesity, there is now evidence that definite cardiovascular consequences can also be identified in obese children. Impaired arterial and ventricular function has been identified in children as young as six with significant dyslipidaemia complicating the picture further. In a recent analysis of our obesity clinic population we have identified metabolic syndrome in a significant proportion of both pre-pubertal and pubertal children.

Childhood Obesity Clinics UK
Childhood obesity clinics are needed across the country to address those with the greatest risk of complications. These can prove of benefit especially in pre-pubertal children. However, secondary care will only be able to address the tip of the obesity iceberg. Major initiatives are required for society, schools and primary care to successfully address this national problem.

Source: Julian Shield. Bristol (2003)

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