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Despite industry promises, Yale study finds unprecedented marketing of sugary drinks to youth
October 31, 2011 | News Release
Research findings uncover targeted outreach to African Americans and Latinos.
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.
Adapting Physical Activity Interventions to Prevent Obesity in Culturally Diverse Populations
July 1, 2009 | Commentary
To address obesity in culturally diverse populations, interventions should include "real-world" practices that are adapted to cultural needs, values and resources, according to Terry L. Bazzarre, Ph.D., a former senior program director at the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation.