PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- America's child obesity rate is still climbing, according to a new federal study.
Data collected from 1999 to 2016 shows a significant increase in "severe obesity" among children just 2 to 5 years of age.
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Rates are even higher among African American and Hispanic children.
Excess pounds continue going up, despite major public health initiatives.
Previously reported improvements were inaccurate, according to the study.
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