Obese children can face serious health risks

By STEVE BENTON Thursday, Jan. 8, 2009

Podcast Episode

WCLO's Steve Benton reports on a local presentation to help children lead healthy lives

JANESVILLE — A change in life styles may be leading to the increased risk of health problems in children.

Physician assistant at Janesville Family Health Center, Sue Rogers, says diet appears to be part of the problem. She says some things we don't have control over, like family genetics, but many things we do, including daily exercise. Rogers says these concerns are very serious and could affect our children later in life.

Rogers hopes a pep talk will help you and your children live a healthier life. The free presentation will be held 9:30 Friday morning, January 9th, beginning in the community room at the Janesville Family Health Center at 1321 Creston Park Road.

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