A Poll About Children and Weight
February 25, 2013 | Survey/Poll
This poll provides new insights into the epidemic of childhood obesity and the challenges families face between school and sleep.
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School District Wellness Policies
February 28, 2013 | Report
A report from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation’s Bridging the Gap program finds that progress to improve school district wellness policies has stalled.
Cincinnati Churches Take Wellness Pledge
September 7, 2011 | Story
Winning Strategies in the Fight Against Childhood Obesity.
Measuring Food Environments
April 1, 2009 | Journal Article
This article examines the measurement and study of food environments in historical context. Since food environments are believed to be linked to obesity and chronic disease, a more robust understanding of past food environment research may prove relevant for current research efforts.
Poor Diets, Little Exercise Leading Cause of Preventable Illness and Deaths
June 1, 2004 | Program Result Report
Between 1997 and 1999, researchers with the Association of Academic Health Centers updated a 1993 analysis of external (nongenetic) factors that contribute to the leading causes of death in the United States.
A Scientist Studies Physical Activity and Healthy Eating in Out-of-School Time Programs
December 20, 2012 | Story
More than 8 million children attend out-of-school time programs, which can play a role in addressing childhood obesity. Georgia S. Hall, PhD, studied how these programs address physical activity and healthy eating, and barriers to good practices.
Preventing Obesity Among Preschool Children
October 1, 2011 | Report
This research synthesis by two Robert Wood Johnson Foundation national programs highlights strategies for preventing obesity among preschool children.
Healthy Eating is a Community Event in Guam
November 22, 2011 | Story
Winning Strategies in the Fight Against Childhood Obesity.
Major Survey Tracks Children's and Teens Diets and Physical Activity in California
April 18, 2011 | Program Result Report
The 2005 and 2007 California Health Interview Surveys incorporated questions on children's and adolescents' diet and physical activity as well as the environmental factors that influence those behaviors.
Leadership for Healthy Communities: Advancing Policies to Support Healthy Eating and Active Living
National Program
To work with elected and appointed officials to create and promote healthier communities.