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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Padres Unidos Advocates for Recess Before Lunch
April 11, 2012 | Program Result Report
The Healthy Students, Healthy Minds project of Padres Unidos is working with Denver school board officials to implement a recess-before-lunch policy in all public schools, a schedule that gets kids to eat better and reduces discipline problems.
Communities Creating Healthy Environments: Improving Access to Healthy Foods and Safe Places in Communities of Color
April 11, 2012 | Program Result Report
Communities Creating Healthy Environments aims to curb childhood obesity in communities of color by using community organizing for social justice to advocate for policy changes color. Read this report on its progress.
Teammates and Social Influence Affect Weight Loss Outcomes in a Team-Based Weight Loss Competition
July 1, 2012 | Journal Article
This article examines the impact of team-based interventions on weight loss during a statewide weight loss competition in Rhode Island.
Teaming Up Helps People Lose Weight
May 10, 2012 | Story
Study of an RWJF Community Health Leader's program shows how social influences and team support help individuals take off pounds.
Clinicians Deliver Brief Messages to Prevent Childhood Obesity in Maine Pilot Program
September 1, 2006 | Program Result Report
MEM Associates worked with subcontractors to design and pilot test a program - called the Maine Obesity Primary Prevention Project - aimed at preventing obesity among pregnant women and children under age 5.
The Regional Response to Federal Funding for Bicycle and Pedestrian Projects
August 1, 2009 | Report
Strong investments in biking and walking infrastructure can boost physical activity and help reduce obesity rates, yet such investment varies by region.
How Does Federal Funding Impact Infrastucture for Biking and Walking?
October 22, 2010 | Program Result Report
Researchers from the University of California, Davis, College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences analyzed spending of federal funds for bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure across metropolitan regions nationwide and conducted case studies.
New Logo and Trail Signs Identify 2,600-Mile East Coast Greenway Urban Walking and Biking Trail
March 1, 2004 | Program Result Report
The East Coast Greenway Alliance created a logo and trail signs to promote the use of the East Cost Greenway, a 2,600-mile urban walking and biking trail that will link cities and towns from Maine to Florida.