More than two-thirds of adults and one-third of children in America are obese or at risk for obesity. To reverse this epidemic, we must identify the policy and environmental changes that lead to increased physical activity and better nutrition. We also must support the advocacy that will result in widespread adoption of those policies.
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November 1, 2006 | Program Result
In 2005, Action for Healthy Kids used a working group comprised of educators, food service personnel, health advocates and others to:
July 1, 1999 | Program Result
The Research Foundation of The International Life Sciences Institute commissioned a series of original papers on obesity's causes and health consequences among children.
November 1, 1996 | Program Result
The National Black Women's Health Project, a self-help and advocacy organization committed to improving the health of African-American women, enhanced an existing 1991 demonstration project, "Walking for Wellness."
May 15, 2005 | Story
Satcher was sworn in as Surgeon General and Assistant Secretary for Health, Department of Health and Human Services, on February 13, 1998. He is the recipient of 18 honorary degrees and numerous distinguished honors.
February 6, 2008 | Story
"I am learning a new field with new tools for research and new theoretical approaches," he says. "And I'm meeting new people and forming new partnerships — definitely."
February 6, 2008 | Story
"Active Living has done such a good job of linking people from different disciplines and pushing ahead with transdisciplinary research," she says.
February 6, 2008 | Story
"Such a vision," he writes, "necessitates… overcoming decades of distrust… and crafting a creative atmosphere that enables diverse stakeholders to come together and envision what could be."
February 6, 2008 | Story
"Active Living has done such a good job of linking people from different disciplines and pushing ahead with transdisciplinary research," Nelson says.
July 7, 2008 | News Release
More than 9 in 10 high schools sell foods and beverages in vending machines and a la carte.