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In observance of Labor Day, Dallas County offices will be closed on Monday, September 7, 2026.
Dallas County is under a Burn Ban starting July 27, 2026, in effect for 90 days.
DALLAS COUNTY ADOPTED A TAX RATE THAT WILL RAISE MORE TAXES FOR MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS THAN LAST YEAR'S TAX RATE.

THE TAX RATE WILL EFFECTIVELY BE RAISED BY 22.02 PERCENT AND WILL RAISE TAXES FOR MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS ON A $100,000 HOME BY APPROXIMATELY $29.08.

Obesity Prevention Program

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Obesity Prevention Program Overview

Health & Human Services - 2377 N. Stemmons Freeway, Dallas, TX 75207
Phone:  (214) 819-5115
E-mail:  chronic.disease@dallascounty.org

What is Obesity?

Obesity is defined as abnormal or excessive fat accumulation. An adult who has a body mass index (BMI) between 25 and 29.9 is considered overweight and an adult who has a BMI of 30 or higher is considered obese.

Check Your BMI:  Click here.

Read More:  Obesity Basics

Causes of Obesity

Obesity affects children as well as adults. Many factors can contribute to excess weight gain including:

  • Eating patterns
  • Physical activity levels
  • Sleep routines
  • Social determinants of health
  • Genetics
  • Taking certain medications

Read More:  Strategies to Prevent and Manage Obesity

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Other Resources

CDC Overweight and Obesity
CDC Physical Activity
Basics BMI Calculator Child and Teens

 

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