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"The main reasons for these increases are overeating and inactivity," said State Health Commissioner Robert B. Stroube. "People who suffer from overweight and obesity are at serious risk of premature death, heart disease, diabetes, cancer and other problems. We have mounted several projects to reduce the risk of overweight."

With help from three federal grants, the Virginia Department of Health has funded projects in 18 health districts to increase the number of adults who are physically active and/or at a healthy weight. Three other districts focus on reducing overweight among children in their com

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