Health plan to host statewide screenings, educational panels to address obesity epidemic
It’s no secret that U.S. obesity rates have reached record highs, with Michigan ranked among the worst. The state is ranked third for obesity and has been among the 10 heaviest states for more than a decade. These grave statistics come with serious and costly consequences as obesity leads to life-threatening conditions such as diabetes and heart disease, both of which are among the leading causes of death in Michigan. ... |