Americans Overwhelmingly Support Investment in Prevention
May 18, 2009 | Survey/Poll
Health reform proposals that emphasize prevention will have broad support.
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Shortchanging America's Health 2009
March 1, 2009 | Chart
In this report, Trust for America's Health examines how much the federal government spends to try to keep the country well. A state-by-state review of fiscal year 2008 spending reveals that federal funding (through the CDC) for public health varies, often significantly, with a per capita low of $12.74 to a per capita high of $52.78.
Supplement to "F as in Fat": How Obesity Policies are Failing in America, 2008
January 29, 2009 | Report
This report analyzes obesity rates in the United States and finds the epidemic is spreading at an alarming rate in most states, and that the programs and policies designed to reverse the disease have not yet had any significant effect.
Prevention for a Healthier America
July 1, 2008 | Issue Brief
This report from Trust for America's Health presents findings that a small strategic investment in disease prevention, proven community-based programs, could result in significant savings in U.S. health care costs.
F as in Fat
August 1, 2008 | Report
This report analyzes obesity rates in the United States and finds the epidemic is spreading at an alarming rate in most states, and that the programs and policies designed to reverse the disease have not yet had any significant effect.
Blueprint for a Healthier America
October 1, 2008 | Report
This Blueprint for a Healthier America is a federal policy guide for the next president, administration and congress, with expert recommendations to revitalize the nation's ability to protect the health of all Americans.