Survey of Overweight and Obesity in Ohio Third-Grade Students
Author Information
Author(s): Conrey Elizabeth J. PhD, RD, Hade Erinn M. MS, Norton Angela MS, Scarpitti Heidi RD
Primary Institution: Ohio Department of Health
Hypothesis
How can we effectively collect data on overweight and obesity among third-grade students in Ohio?
Conclusion
The Ohio Department of Health successfully implemented overweight and obesity surveillance by adding BMI screening to the oral health survey with minimal resources.
Supporting Evidence
- 374 schools agreed to participate in the height and weight screening.
- 15,209 students provided consent for BMI screening.
- 14,451 students had valid BMI data calculated.
Takeaway
This study looked at how many third graders in Ohio are overweight or obese by measuring their height and weight during a health survey.
Methodology
A stratified, cluster-sampling survey design was used to measure the height and weight of third-grade students in selected public elementary schools.
Potential Biases
The low student response rate may introduce bias if non-participating students differ in characteristics from those who participated.
Limitations
Not all selected schools participated, and the health profiles of non-participating students may differ from those who participated.
Participant Demographics
Third-grade students from public elementary schools in Ohio, with data collected on sex, ethnicity, and race.
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