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(Childhood Obesity News) Obesity rise affects more kids in reddish than Bramhall - Stockport Express

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MORE children in Reddish are obese than their peers in Bramhall, according to statistics in a childhood obesity report. Children in reception classes and Year 6 were monitored as part of childhood obesity data for 2006/7. The Stockport Primary Care Trust report says there are many factors that have led to a rise in obesity levels, including family structure, modes of transportation, home entertainment, the availability of processed junk foods and overprotection of children. But the PCT has developed an Obesity Action Plan that will aim to change the environment into one that promotes physical activity, a healthier diet, and support individuals and families. Headteacher at North Reddish Junior School Colin Manning said he did not understand why there was such a difference in statistics for Reddish North and Bramhall South. Read Childhood Obesity

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