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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New Jersey Childhood Obesity Study
August 1, 2010 | Chart
These reports share findings from the New Jersey Childhood Obesity Study's analysis of New Brunswick. Information for this study is provided by the household survey, school body mass index (BMI) data, and food and physical activity environment data.
Interactive Map: The Evolution of an Epidemic
January 27, 2009 | Chart/Story/Interactive
Map and charts depict the rise of the obesity epidemic in America.
America's Weight Gain 1960-2000
January 29, 2003 | Chart/Interactive
These dynamic chart graphics depict the rise of obesity in adults in the United States between 1960 and 2000. The charts also illustrate the rise of overweight in children for the same time period.
Across America, Differences in how Long and how Well We Live
April 2, 2009 | Chart
The RWJF Commission to Build a Healthier America urged all Americans to make healthier choices and society to help remove the obstacles so many people face in making those choices, issuing 10 cross-cutting recommendations for improving the nation's health.
New Jersey Childhood Obesity Study
August 1, 2010 | Chart
The New Jersey Childhood Obesity Study presents findings from Newark, utilizing information from the household survey, school-based body mass index (BMI) data, and food and physical activity environment data.
New Jersey Childhood Obesity Study
August 1, 2010 | Chart
These reports present the results for Trenton as part of the New Jersey Childhood Obesity Study, based on the household survey, school body mass index (BMI) data, and food and physical activity environment data.
New Jersey Childhood Obesity Study
August 1, 2010 | Chart
These reports present the results for Camden as part of the New Jersey Childhood Obesity Study, based on the household survey, school body mass index (BMI) data, and food and physical activity environment data.
New Jersey Childhood Obesity Study
August 1, 2010 | Chart
These reports share findings from the New Jersey Childhood Obesity Study's analysis of New Brunswick. Information for this study is provided by the household survey, school body mass index (BMI) data, and food and physical activity environment data.
New Jersey Childhood Obesity Study
August 1, 2010 | Chart
The New Jersey Childhood Obesity Study presents findings from Vineland, using information from the household survey, school-based body mass index (BMI) data, and food and physical activity environment data.
New Jersey Childhood Obesity Study
January 1, 2010 | Chart
The New Jersey Childhood Obesity Study presents findings from Newark, utilizing information from the household survey, school-based body mass index (BMI) data, and food and physical activity environment data.