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Children and Teens Seeing Fewer Television Ads for Fruit Drinks, Regular Sodas and Sweets
July 6, 2010 | News Release
But youth of all ages seeing more fast-food ads, study finds.
New Report: Adult Obesity Increases in 28 States
June 29, 2010 | News Release
Striking disparities persist; obesity rates highest among Blacks and in Southern states.
Alliance for a Healthier Generation Names Healthiest School in America
June 15, 2010 | News Release/Video
West New York, New Jersey's Memorial High School earns first-ever Gold National Recognition Award from Alliance's Healthy Schools Program.
President Bill Clinton Honors 179 U.S. Schools For Combating Childhood Obesity
June 15, 2010 | News Release
Alliance for a Healthier Generation recognizes schools for increasing healthy eating and physical activity.
Unhealthy Foods and Beverages Widely Available and Physical Activity Options Lacking in U.S. Elementary Schools
June 8, 2010 | News Release
Comprehensive report examines policies and practices relevant to childhood obesity, including those required by the federal wellness policy mandate.
Statement Regarding National Movement to Reverse Childhood Obesity
February 8, 2010 | News Release
Foundation applauds First Lady's campaign, helps launch new independent, nonpartisan organization.
Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Statement Regarding Release of Estimates of Obesity Prevalence Among U.S. Children and Teens
January 13, 2010 | News Release
Study shows a striking decline in obesity rates among young children. But boys ages 6 to 19 are lagging, and racial and ethnic disparities persist across age groups.
Study Shows Head Start Programs Surpass Healthy Eating and Physical Activity Requirements
December 6, 2009 | News Release
Programs obtaining meals through school districts report fewer healthy eating practices.
Study Shows Overwhelming Parent Support for Healthier Schools
October 28, 2009 | News Release
Survey for the Alliance for a Healthier Generation finds most parents willing to help schools improve food offerings and increase physical activity.
Kids Spoon-Fed Marketing and Advertising for Least Healthy Breakfast Cereals
October 26, 2009 | News Release
Researchers release cereal rankings based on nutrition and marketing exposure.