**H1: New Study Reveals Alarming Rise in Childhood Obesity Rates**
**H2: Timeline**
A recent study conducted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has revealed a concerning trend in childhood obesity rates over the past decade.
**H2: Stakes**
The study, which analyzed data from over 20,000 children across the United States, found that the prevalence of obesity among children aged 6 to 11 has increased significantly since 2010.
**H2: What’s Next**
Public health officials are now calling for urgent action to address this growing public health crisis and prevent further escalation of childhood obesity rates.
**Key numbers & dates**
– 2010: Baseline year for the study
– 20,000: Number of children included in the study
– 6 to 11: Age group with the highest increase in obesity rates
– CDC: Conducted the study and released the findings
**Inline Links:**
1. [CDC Study on Childhood Obesity](https://www.cdc.gov/obesity/childhood/index.html)
2. [Press Release on CDC Study](https://www.cdc.gov/media/releases/2022/index.html)
According to Dr. Sarah Johnson, a pediatrician specializing in childhood obesity at the CDC, “The findings of this study are deeply concerning and highlight the urgent need for comprehensive interventions to address the root causes of childhood obesity.”
As the study gains traction in the public health community, parents, educators, and policymakers are left wondering: What can be done to reverse this troubling trend and ensure a healthier future for our children?
**META: Alarming study by CDC reveals a significant rise in childhood obesity rates, prompting calls for urgent action to address this public health crisis.**
