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Waist-hip ratio can predict risk of death in older women

Authors :
Folsom, AR
Kushi, LH
Anderson, KE
Source :
Geriatrics. Oct, 2000, Vol. 55 Issue 10, 77
Publication Year :
2000

Abstract

Measurement of the waist-hip ratio is a valid and valuable tool alone and as an adjunct to other measurements of body fat distribution in assessing the health status of older [...]

Subjects

Subjects :
Aged women -- Health aspects
Body size -- Health aspects
Obesity -- Health aspects
Health surveys -- Usage
Health status indicators -- Research
Body mass index -- Usage
Coronary heart disease -- Risk factors
Health
Seniors

Details

ISSN :
0016867X
Volume :
55
Issue :
10
Database :
Gale General OneFile
Journal :
Geriatrics
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
edsgcl.66472678

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