Promoting Healthy Communities and Preventing Childhood Obesity
February 1, 2010 | Report
2009 cited as banner year for legislative action on healthy food, physical activity and community design measures.
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The Impacts of State Health Reform Initiatives on Adults in New York and Massachusetts
February 1, 2011 | Journal Article
This article examines the impact of state health reforms in New York and Massachusetts. In 2006, Massachusetts enacted a comprehensive reform of health care with the goal of creating near-universal health coverage.
How Would States be Affected by Health Reform?
January 1, 2010 | Issue Brief
This issue brief from Urban Institute examines various pathways through which individuals could gain coverage because of the health reform proposals that have passed the Senate and the House of Representatives.
Shaping a Healthier Generation
September 1, 2009 | Report
This report looks at actions states are taking to prevent obesity and encourage children to eat healthier and be more active in child care, school, community and health care settings.
Overview of State and Local Funds to Support Healthy Communities in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009
April 1, 2009 | Issue Brief
An overview of the specific ways state and local policy-makers can use the economic recovery act to create healthier environments for children and their families.
State Boards of Health
March 10, 2011 | Journal Article
The governance structures of state public health systems vary as much as the states themselves, including the existence and role of state boards of health. Understanding these differences is essential to a complete understanding of the governmental public health enterprise.
California Making Headway in Battle Against Childhood Obesity But Study Shows Successes are Uneven
November 9, 2011 | News Release
Study shows statewide rates for overweight and obesity among school-age children may be leveling off, but progress is uneven across counties.
Small Group Employer Participation in New Mexico's State Coverage Insurance Program
February 1, 2011 | Journal Article
Both administrative and financial concerns contribute to low, small group employer participation in New Mexico's State Coverage Insurance program.
New Report Highlights Policy Work of 15 States to Prevent Childhood Obesity
January 1, 2010 | Report
States addressed policies for child-care facilities, schools settings and coordinated government action.
Promoting Healthy Communities and Reducing Childhood Obesity
March 1, 2009 | Report
This report summarizes state legislation proposed and passed in two broad policy categories—Healthy Eating and Physical Activity and Healthy Community Design and Access to Healthy Food.