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BMI and Beyond: Considering Context in Measuring Obesity and its Applications

Completed

The workshop will explore the current science on measures of body composition and body fat distribution, with a focus on the strengths and limitations of body mass index (BMI) as a measure of adiposity and health, and strategies for improving communication about these issues.

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