International nursing review
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In most of the industrialized world, a childhood obesity epidemic is evident, with the numbers rising each year. ⋯ Any country that has a high rate or increasing rate of childhood obesity must acknowledge core factors that contribute to this serious health problem. Furthermore, public policy and community partnerships that include all health professionals have a responsibility in the prevention of childhood obesity. This can be implemented through education, research and advocacy of all nurses involved with children and families.