Obesity Rate Changes Differ for Rural, Urban Areas, Regions

August 27, 2025

Obesity Rate Changes Differ for Rural, Urban Areas, Regions

According to a recent study, adult obesity rates vary across geographic regions and rural/urban areas, suggesting the exposure to obesity-related diseases can differ from one location to the next. Additionally, a lack of access to care contributes to lower rural Life expectancies, says NRHA CEO Alan Morgan, along with lifestyle choices and a lack of access to healthy food.

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