Document title: Obesity and health inequalities in Scotland
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This report focuses on inequalities in the distribution of obesity in Scotland among adults and children and how these have changed over time. It addresses the following questions:

  • How have levels of adult and child obesity in Scotland changed over time?
  • How do obesity levels differ according to the level of deprivation where people live?

The figures presented in this report are based on a more detailed piece of analysis. This report aims to present the results in a more accessible format.
Author(s): Catherine Bromley, Elaine Tod, Gerry McCartney
Publisher(s): NHS Health Scotland
Date published: 27 July 2017
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