Obesity in St. Joseph, MO

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St. Joseph is a city located in the state of Missouri, United States. As of the most recent census, the city has a population of 76,780. It is the county seat of Buchanan County and is the principal city of the St. Joseph Metropolitan Statistical Area, which includes Buchanan, Andrew, and DeKalb counties in Missouri and Doniphan County, Kansas.

Health Statistics[edit | edit source]

According to the CDC, the adult obesity rate in St. Joseph was 34.4% in 2017. This is higher than the national average, indicating a significant health concern for the city.

Healthcare Facilities[edit | edit source]

St. Joseph is home to several healthcare facilities that provide a range of services to the community. These include:

  • Mosaic Life Care: A physician-led life care company that provides a variety of healthcare services, including primary care, specialty care, and emergency services.
  • Northwest Health Services: A non-profit community health center that offers comprehensive healthcare services, including medical, dental, behavioral health, and pharmacy services.

Weight Loss Centers[edit | edit source]

For those seeking assistance with weight management, there are several weight loss centers in St. Joseph:

  • Jenny Craig Weight Loss Center: Offers personalized weight loss programs and meal plans.
  • Medi-Weightloss: A physician-supervised weight loss program that provides medical insight into achieving and maintaining a healthy weight.

See Also[edit | edit source]

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Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD