title: Pediatric obesity screening and prevention strategies.
abstract: Childhood overweight and obesity is a major health concern in the United States. It is recommended that every well-child examination include body mass index measurements and obesity prevention discussions that encourage healthy eating habits, regular physical exercise, and limited television and computer screen time. Providers can make a difference through strategic intervention.
authors.forename: Jennifer M
authors.initials: JM
authors.lastname: Tyler
authors.forename: Sharon M
authors.initials: SM
authors.lastname: Fruh
authors.forename: Madhuri S
authors.initials: MS
authors.lastname: Mulekar
mesh_terms: D002648:Child; D006293:Health Promotion / Q000379:methods*; D006801:Humans; D009765:Obesity / Q000451:nursing* / Q000517:prevention & control*; D010371:Pediatric Nursing / Q000379:methods*