#SaludTues Tweetchat 1p ET 1/19/16: Healthier Schools & Kids

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What does a healthy school look like?

Most people would agree that a healthy school would include learning well, eating well, and having time for breaks that include physical activity.

Unfortunately, many kids are losing out on recess to increase activity in schools. Studies suggest that children are less likely to meet the recommendations for daily physical activity and are more likely to engage in sedentary behaviors.

So how can we ensure all kids, including Latinos, eat and play well for a healthier life?

Schools are where kids spend most of their time and consume half of their daily calories.

Follow #SaludTues to tweet with us on Jan. 19, 2016, as we unveil the results of a new study that explores the impacts of unhealthy foods and unhealthy school environments that kids face. Participants will discuss problems, solutions, and new studies on healthier schools for kids. We will share research packages that include helpful infographics on healthy school environments.

• WHAT: #SaludTues Tweetchat: “Healthier Schools & Kids”
• DATE: Tuesday, Jan. 19, 2016
• TIME: 1-2 p.m. ET (Noon-1 p.m. CT)
• WHERE: On Twitter with hashtag #SaludTues
• HOST: @SaludAmerica
• CO-HOSTS: @Nutrichicos @FarmtoSchool @ActiveASAP
• SPECIAL GUESTS: @eatright @kidseatright @BillionMileRace

Be sure to use the hashtag #SaludTues to follow the conversation on Twitter/X and share your stories and resources.

#SaludTues is a Tweetchat on Twitter/X that focuses on a variety of different health issues. From September 2014 to March 2021, #SaludTues occurred weekly at noon CST every Tuesday. From April 2021 to November 2023, #SaludTues occurred monthly at noon CST on the first Tuesday of each month. Starting in January 2024, #SaludTues occurs on a periodic basis at noon CST on some Tuesdays. Tweetchats are hosted by @SaludAmerica, the Twitter/X handle of Salud America! The National Health Communication Program.