Comparison of obesity, overweight and elevated blood pressure in children attending public and private primary schools in Benin City, Nigeria
Conclusion: The prevalence of overweight and obesity is higher in pupils attending private schools compared to those in public school. Urgent measures are needed to stem this tide through education, weight reduction and physical activity programs, especially in pupils attending private schools.
Source: Nigerian Journal of Clinical Practice - Category: Rural Health Authors: WE Sadoh YT Israel-Aina AE Sadoh JE Uduebor M Shaibu E Ogonor FC Enugwuna Source Type: research
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