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To the question: More than two million Canadian workers were obese in 2005. Did the prevalence of obesity increase faster for men or women?

The correct answer is A: In 2005, more than two million Canadian workers age 18 to 64 were obese. The prevalence of obesity increased faster for men, from 13% in 1994/1995 to 17% in 2005.

Women's obesity rate increased from 12% to 14% during the same period.

Obesity was most prevalent among older male workers (age 55 to 64)—17% in 1994/1995, 19% in 2000/2001, and 21% in 2005.

In addition to being a risk factor for many diseases, obesity in the workplace has economic costs as well.

Obesity rates have increased faster for male workers

Sources: Statistics Canada, National Population Health Survey, 1994/1995; Canadian Community Health Survey, cycle 1.1, 2000/2001; Canadian Community Health Survey, cycle 3.1, 2005.

Table - Obesity rates have increased faster for male workers

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