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Jordanian Schoolchildren Face Alarming Obesity Rates, Health Ministry Responds

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By davidg

First reported by Now 14 · 1 day ago

What happened

A World Health Organization survey in Jordan found that over 30% of public school students are overweight or obese, prompting the Ministry of Health to implement new nutritional standards for school canteens and promote physical activity.

  • 01Over 30% of Jordanian schoolchildren are overweight or obese.
  • 02A WHO survey revealed high obesity rates in Jordan's public schools.
  • 03Jordan's Health Ministry is tightening canteen food regulations.
  • 04Physical activity promotion is also part of the new health initiative.
  • 05The findings come amid regional tensions involving Iran and U.S. bases.

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In this story
OrganizationsWorld Health Organization, Jordanian Ministry of Health, Ministry of Education
PlacesJordan

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JDNRight · Hebrew1 day ago
Jordanian Schoolchildren Face Alarming Obesity Rates, Health Ministry Responds
Now 14Right · Hebrew1 day ago
Jordan Faces Alarming Obesity Rates Among Schoolchildren

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