Latino children who are overweight or obese are at a greater risk for developing type II diabetes. In communities where fast food is readily available and where a sedentary lifestyle is commonplace, children can benefit from evidence based programs such as CATCH. Parents, teachers, and students attending Glen Cove elementary in El Paso, Texas describe how the CATCH program has helped them lead healthier lifestyles. ...
Read MoreThis report takes a look at the Body Mass index (BMI) of 1st, 3rd, and 5th grade children living in Spartanburg. In all three of these grade levels, Hispanic children were more likely to be overweight or obese compared to all other race groups. ...
Read MoreThrough applying Smart Growth principles and the collaborative efforts of a joint public health and city planning team, residents living in Kettleman city received a $140,000 grant to help improve the built environment. Residents also witnessed the development of the city's first farmer's market. ...
Read MoreThe legislative platform for the 2012-2013 school year, which outlines the areas of interest that the Arizona PTA will be following over the course of the ...
Read MoreSchools cannot solve the childhood obesity epidemic alone. Therefore, School Health Advisory Councils serve as a platform where concerned individuals can get involved to bring healthy initiatives to schools. ...
Read MoreThe American Society of Landscapte Architects (ASLA), an active member of the Urban Parks Coalition, is working closely with Congressman Albio Sires (D-NJ) and Sen Hagan to pass the Community Parks Revitalization Act. ...
Read MoreThe Austin City Council will discuss an item (no. 54) on the agenda pertaining converting a piece of city-owned land into a pocket park. ...
Read MoreThis is the full ActOut Survey Report. Specific questions about physical activity and nutrition and Dietary habits are reported here. ...
Read MoreSix elementary school locations in the Austin area including Galindo, Popham, Pillow, Sanchez, Science Hall (Hays County), and UT elementary, will host the MEND program beginning January 12, 2013. ...
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