The health and cost implications of high body mass index in Australian defence force personnel

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Frequent illness and injury among workers with high body mass index (BMI) can raise the costs of employee healthcare and reduce workforce maintenance and productivity. These issues are particularly important in vocational settings su...

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Main Authors: Peake Jonathan, Gargett Susan, Waller Michael, McLaughlin Ruth, Cosgrove Tegan, Wittert Gary, Nasveld Peter, Warfe Peter
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2012-06-01
Series:BMC Public Health
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/451