Projecting the Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic on Childhood Obesity in the U.S.: A Microsimulation Model

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The COVID-19 pandemic in the U.S. led to nationwide stay-at-home orders and school closure. Declines in energy expenditure resulting from canceled physical education classes and reduced physical activity (PA) may elevate childhood obesity risk. Join Brown School Assistant Professor Ruopeng An for a discussion of his recent study estimating the impact of COVID-19 on childhood obesity.

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