Obesity in Deerfield Beach, FL
Deerfield Beach, Florida is a city located in the southeastern part of the U.S. state of Florida. As of the 2010 census, the city had a population of 75,018. It is a principal city of the Miami metropolitan area, which was home to an estimated 6,012,331 people in 2015.
Demographics[edit | edit source]
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 16.3 square miles (42.1 km2), of which 15.1 square miles (39.1 km2) is land and 1.2 square miles (3.0 km2) (7.13%) is water.
Health[edit | edit source]
In 2017, the CDC reported that the adult obesity rate in Deerfield Beach was 27%. This is a significant health concern, as obesity can lead to a number of serious health conditions, including heart disease, diabetes, and certain types of cancer.
Healthcare Facilities[edit | edit source]
Deerfield Beach is home to several healthcare facilities that provide a range of services to residents. These include:
- Broward Health North, a full-service hospital offering a comprehensive range of services, including a stroke center, heart center, and orthopedic care.
- Deerfield Beach Health Center, a community health center offering primary care services, including preventive care, women's health services, and pediatric care.
Weight Loss Centers[edit | edit source]
For those struggling with obesity, there are several weight loss centers in Deerfield Beach that offer support and treatment. These include:
- Quick Weight Loss Centers, which offers personalized weight loss plans and one-on-one counseling.
- Physicians Weight Loss Centers, a medically supervised weight loss program that includes meal plans, counseling, and medical monitoring.
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