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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Philadelphia School District Reports Progress in Reducing Childhood Obesity Rates
September 6, 2012 | Commentary/News Release/Journal Article/Story
Largest declines seen among African American boys and Hispanic girls.
February's RWJF Clinical Scholars Health Policy Podcast Focuses on Philadelphia's Fight Against Childhood Obesity
February 15, 2011 | Human Capital Blog Post
In this month’s RWJF Clinical Scholars Health Policy Podcast former RWJF Clinical Scholar Donald Schwarz, M.D., M.B.A., (University of Pennsylvania, 1985-1987), Philadelphia Health Commissioner and Deputy Mayor for Health and Opportunity, discusses ...
Six Communities in Pittsburgh's East End Benefit from Coalitions to Prevent Childhood Obesity
July 1, 2009 | Program Result Report
From 2005 to 2008, the Kingsley Association developed and implemented strategies for preventing childhood obesity in 16 communities in Pittsburgh's East End.
Lessons from Pennsylvania's Mixed Response to Federal School Wellness Law
March 1, 2010 | Journal Article
Pennsylvania can offer lessons for other states in moving forward with programs to promote good nutrition and wellness.
Policy Solutions to the 'Grocery Gap'
March 1, 2010 | Journal Article
In this article, the authors present the Food Trust's five-step framework for increasing access to fresh, healthy food in various locales.
Snacking in Children
November 1, 2009 | Journal Article
The easy availability of low-nutrition snacks may contribute to childhood obesity in minority and low-income communities.
Pittsburgh-Area Supermarket a Showplace for Healthier Food Options
November 22, 2011 | Story
Winning Strategies in the Fight Against Childhood Obesity.
Kids and Adults Together After School
September 21, 2009 | Program Result Report
The OASIS mission is to enrich the lives of mature adults by engaging them in lifelong learning and service programs so they can learn, lead and contribute in their communities.
Active Living Logan Square
December 1, 2009 | Journal Article
This article profiles the work of Active Living Logan Square, a program run by the Logan Square Neighborhood Association with funding from Active Living by Design. Active Living Logan Square was able to make positive active living improvements by engaging the community and a wide variety of partners.
"If You Have Something People Need ... Give it Away"
March 24, 2010 | Story
How an Innovative Tool to Measure Nutrition Environments Achieved Broad Uptake in the Field; Karen Glanz, PhD, MPH