With the childhood obesity epidemic doubling in children and quadrupling in adolescents in the past 30 years, it is evident that measurable action needs to be taken. In North Carolina alone, nearly 50% of children between the ages of 12 and 18 years old are overweight or obese. Childhood obesity poses a multitude of health […]
With the childhood obesity epidemic doubling in children and quadrupling in adolescents in the past 30 years, it is evident that measurable action needs to be taken. In North Carolina alone, nearly 50% of children between the ages of 12 and 18 years old are overweight or obese.
Childhood obesity poses a multitude of health issues that could limit a childโs capabilities further down the road, and unfortunately, the problem is not going in the right direction.
Childhood obesity causes the following:
Attorneys and founding partners David Daggett and Griff Shuler, both advocates for healthy and active living, spoke with Dr. Joey Skelton about a breakthrough program that could change childhood obesity in North Carolina.
Located at the Brenner Childrenโs Hospital at Wake Forest Health, Brenner FIT is an evidence-based program that targets the treatment of children ages 2 to 18 who suffer weight-related medical concerns. Below are some quick facts about this program:
The Brenner FIT team is composed of a dedicated team of physicians, family counselors, dietitians, social workers, activity/ play specialists and physical therapists.
Learn how the Brenner FIT program can help families achieve lifelong health below:
David, Griff and Dr. Skelton will join Triad Today host Jim Longworth to discuss this topic at length and explain how families can enroll in this program.
You have two chances to watch David Daggett and Griff Shuler on Triad Today:
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