Central Obesity Screening in Adolescents at SMA Dr. Soetomo, Surabaya
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Anugrah Linda Mutiarani
Catur Wulandari
Pratiwi Hariyani Putri
Paramita Viantry
Abstract
Adolescents are vulnerable to unhealthy lifestyle behaviors, including the consumption of foods high in sugar and fat and inadequate physical activity. These behaviors may contribute to central obesity, which is associated with an increased risk of noncommunicable diseases. This community service program aimed to screen for central obesity and assess nutritional status among adolescents. Anthropometric measurements included waist circumference, body weight, and height. The program involved 70 students from Dr. Soetomo Senior High School in Surabaya, Indonesia. Central obesity was defined as a waist circumference at or above the age and sex specific 90th percentile (P90). The results showed that 7.1% of students were classified as obese and 20.0% as overweight, while 8.6% met the criteria for central obesity. Early screening can help identify adolescents at risk of central obesity and provide a basis for appropriate preventive measures. This program highlights the potential role of school-based health promotion in supporting early identification of central obesity and raising awareness of healthy lifestyle behaviors among adolescents.
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