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.
Obesity/Childhood Obesity
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An Action Agenda for Schools and Communities to Fight Obesity
July 30, 2012 | Program Result
During 2006 to 2007, TV and radio host Tavis Smiley convened town hall meetings in four U.S. cities to raise awareness of childhood obesity. A key organization in each city then worked to spur state and local efforts to address the growing problem.
Community Food Environments May be Contributing to Obesity
October 1, 2010 | Program Result
This project developed the Nutritional Environment Measures Surveys (NEMS), pilot tested the measures in four Atlanta neighborhoods and developed a training program on using the measures.
Exercise Before Class Improves Georgia Students' Grades, Self-Esteem
November 22, 2011 | Story
Winning Strategies in the Fight Against Childhood Obesity.
Georgia Community Making Parks More Accessible
September 7, 2011 | Story
Winning Strategies in the Fight Against Childhood Obesity.
How Food and Activity Environments are Related to Body Mass Index (BMI) - An Analysis of Atlanta
May 11, 2009 | Program Result
Researchers analyzed data collected from the greater Atlanta area to see if the distance people travel for food varies by gender, race/ethnicity, neighborhood characteristics and type of food outlet.
Working Together for a Healthier Savannah
May 5, 2010 | Video
Southern city's leaders tackle obesity through an innovative initiative of policies and programs.
Transit and Health: Mode of Transport, Employer-Sponsored Public Transit Pass Programs, and Physical Activity
March 25, 2009 | Book
Analysis of data from a 2001-2002 survey of travel within the Atlanta area found those who make more mass transit trips are more likely to walk 30 or more minutes per day, enough to meet a government recommendation for physical activity.
Testing the Cost-Effectiveness of Interventions to Increase Physical Activity
April 18, 2011 | Program Result
From 2003 to 2009, researchers at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) analyzed the cost-effectiveness of seven community-based interventions to promote physical activity in adults, conducted 2 HIAs and held 19 workshops.
Food Outlet Visits, Physical Activity and Body Weight
February 1, 2009 | Journal Article
A study of the association between the use of away-from-home food sources (i.e., fast food, restaurants, grocery stores), physical activity levels, and weight status found that results varied widely by race and gender. The sample included a substantial minority population.
Cook County, Ga.
January 11, 2010 | Story
Community is among 50 sites making critical changes through national initiative to prevent obesity.