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ea0078p50 | Obesity | BSPED2021

BMI centiles for south asian children: do they need reconsideration?

Hulse Tony , Fry Tam

Introduction: Obese adults of South Asian origin in the UK are considered to be obese at a BMI of 27.5 kg/M2 compared with 30 kg/m2 for other groups and are at increased risk of obesity related disorders such as type 2 diabetes. From July 2021, GPs have been offered financial incentives for referral of adults to weight management services. However no provision or adjustments have been made for children and young people especially those of South Asian orig...