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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Adolescent Purchasing Behavior at McDonald's and Subway
May 6, 2013 | Journal Article
Despite being considered "healthy,” adolescents are likely to purchase just as many calories at Subway as at McDonald ’s.
A Patchwork of Progress
November 1, 2011 | Report
California making headway in battle against childhood obesity but study shows successes are uneven.
Outdoor Food Ads May Persuade You to Pile on the Pounds
January 29, 2013 | Story
New research sheds light on the link between marketing and obesity.
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.
Income Disparities in Obesity Trends Among California Adolescents
November 1, 2010 | Journal Article
African-American and Latino low-income adolescent boys found most at risk from obesity in California.
Award-Winning Scholar Honored for Work to Reduce Health Disparities
March 16, 2010 | Story
Nurse Faculty Scholar Kynna Wright-Volel earned two prestigious awards last year for her work on behalf of overweight disadvantaged youth in urban settings.
Hospitalization Before and After Gastric Bypass Surgery
October 19, 2005 | Journal Article
Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB) is the most common bariatric procedure currently used in the treatment of morbid obesity. This retrospective study presents rates and indications for inpatient hospital use before and after RYGB for Californians recei ...
Adolescent Participation in Preventive Health Behaviors, Physical Activity, and Nutrition
February 1, 2007 | Journal Article
Differences Across Immigrant Generations for Asians and Latinos Compared With Whites.
Effects of Fast Food Branding on Young Children's Taste Preferences
August 1, 2007 | Journal Article
The impact of food marketing on the taste preferences of preschool children was explored in this study. Study participants were 63 parents and their children ranging from 3- to 5-years of age. Children took part in a food tasting experiment. The chi ...
Studying Overweight and Obesity Among Latinos
July 15, 2009 | Story
"The funding support I received through the award has been really instrumental in solidifying my professional standing at home and in establishing my academic legitimacy," said Fuentes-Afflick.