8/9/2012

Postpartum Weight Management

Angel Hopson, RN, MSN/MPH Los Angeles County Department of Public Health Reproductive Health Programs

Obesity has reached epidemic  proportions!

Epidemic:  an outbreak or sudden rapid  spread, growth, or development.

Merriam‐Webster Collegiate Dictionary

Obesity Trends* Among U.S. Adults BRFSS, 1985 (*BMI ≥30, or ~ 30 lbs. overweight for 5’ 4” person)

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