Journal of Pediatric Health Care
Volume 23, Issue 1 , Pages 29-36 , January 2009

Treating Pediatric Overweight Through Reductions in Sedentary Behavior: A Review of the Literature

  • Matt Lambiase, MS, RN, CPNP

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    • Corresponding Author InformationCorrespondence: Matt Lambiase, MS, RN, CPNP, Jacobi Medical Center, Pediatric Emergency Department, 1400 Pelham Parkway South, Bronx, NY 10461.

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doi: 10.1016/j.pedhc.2008.04.005

Journal of Pediatric Health Care
Volume 23, Issue 1 , Pages 29-36 , January 2009

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