Childhood Obesity Program Area

RWJF is committed to tackling one of the most urgent threats to the health of our children and families—childhood obesity. Our goal is to reverse the childhood obesity epidemic by 2015.

Dynamics of Obesity and Chronic Health Conditions Among Children and Youth

February 16, 2010 | Journal Article

A study of the course of obesity, asthma and other chronic childhood ailments over time reveals the dynamic nature of these conditions and underscores the need for continuous, comprehensive health care services for all children.