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A Policy Perspective on the Deficit Reduction Act
February 1, 2007 | Commentary
This is a commentary in response to the Issue Brief: Deficit Reduction Act Citizenship Requirements through the Eyes of Covering Kids & Families® (CKF) grantees
Forward Promise: Updates and News
Commentary/Issue Brief/Report/Story
The latest news and resources about Forward Promise, including updates from Program Officer Maisha Simmons.
Improving Our Children's Health Starts Where They Learn and Play
February 7, 2010 | Commentary
This commentary by James Marks, M.D., M.P.H., originally appeared February 8, 2010 on The Huffington Post.
New USDA School Meal Guidelines: Paving the Way for a Healthier Future for Millions of Children
January 24, 2012 | Commentary/Story
“These changes are badly needed. Although many schools have made significant improvements to their meal programs, we must ensure that all schools strive to provide more nutritious meals for students."
Philadelphia School District Reports Progress in Reducing Childhood Obesity Rates
September 6, 2012 | Commentary/News Release/Journal Article/Story
Largest declines seen among African American boys and Hispanic girls.
Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Statement Regarding Release of "In It for Good: 2012" Annual Progress Report by Partnership for a Healthier America
March 7, 2013 | Commentary
RWJF President and CEO Risa Lavizzo-Mourey sees "pockets of progress toward reversing the childhood obesity epidemic," but says more needs to be done.
RWJF Comments on Proposed Nutrition Standards for School Snacks Foods and Beverages
Commentary
RWJF comments on USDA's proposed nutrition standards for so-called "competitive foods."
Statement from Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Regarding the Release of the Report "Still Too Fat to Fight" from Mission: Readiness
Commentary
The widespread availability of junk food in our schools is a serious problem.
Statement Regarding The Walt Disney Company's Pledge to Help Prevent Childhood Obesity Through New Marketing Standards
June 5, 2012 | Commentary/Story/Staff and Leadership
"Having fun is an important part of growing up. But kids can’t have fun if they aren’t healthy. We commend Disney for recognizing that, and for making changes in their business model to help kids lead healthier lives.”
The Increase of Childhood Chronic Conditions in the United States
June 27, 2007 | Commentary
In this article, the authors examine possible causes for growth, the widening disparities in health among different populations and the potential implications for public health expenditures for children and youth with chronic health conditions.