Exploring the spatial heterogeneity of obesity determinants in Mexican municipalities using multiscale geographically weighted regression

This study examines adult obesity prevalence across 2,446 Mexican municipalities using Multiscale Geographically Weighted Regression (MGWR) together with GIS, satellite, and socioeconomic predictors. It finds significant geographic clustering—notably elevated near the U.S. border—and spatially varying associations that support location-specific public health interventions.

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