Validation of Remote Height and Weight Assessment in a Rural Randomized Clinical Trial

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Examines the efficacy of having rural families take their own height and weight measurements to assess body mass index (BMI). Provides results for 38 families enrolled in the iAmHealthy Schools trial conducted within participating rural elementary schools. Discusses the potential of using remote BMI assessments during the COVID-19 pandemic and for families in hard-to-reach areas.

Bethany Forseth, Ann M. Davis, Dana M. Bakula, et al.

BMC Medical Research Methodology, 22

07/2022

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Access · Children and youth · Families · Health screening · Obesity and weight control