Are neighborhood education levels associated with BMI among adults in Cairo, Egypt?

► Egypt is one of the most overweight/obese countries in the world but few studies have analyzed links to neighborhoods. ► We studied over 3500 individuals in 50 Cairo neighborhoods and found a significant neighborhood education-BMI association. ► Individuals in high education neighborhoods were on average 13-15 lbs lighter than those in low education neighborhoods. ► Intervening at the neighborhood level may be an effective way to reduce obesity among Cairene adults.