Obesity rates in Canada
Ian Janssen, Queen’s University expert on obesity, can discuss the Statistics Canada report on estimates of obesity in Canada being released on May 14.
Dr. Janssen’s research focuses on the epidemiology of obesity and, more specifically, on the surveillance and measurement of obesity as well as associated health risks in both children and adults.
To arrange an interview with Dr. Janssen, please contact Communications Assistants Alissa Clark, alissa.clark@queensu.ca, 613-533-6000 ext. 77513, or Molly Kehoe, molly.kehoe@queensu.ca, 613-533-2877, Queen’s News and Media Services.
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