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UW Nutrition Science 531 Feb. 1, 2011

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UW Nutrition Science 531 Feb. 1, 2011

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    1. We’re delighted to have this opportunity to day to share with you some of the efforts underway in King County that will create healthier environments in KC with the federal stimulus funding award. The goal is to make the healthy choice… the easy choice.We’re delighted to have this opportunity to day to share with you some of the efforts underway in King County that will create healthier environments in KC with the federal stimulus funding award. The goal is to make the healthy choice… the easy choice.

    2. Obesity – The Problem In King County and across the country obesity has been increasing for both adults and children at an alarming rate. Obesity increases… Childhood obesity has more than tripled in the past 30 years In KC between 1990 and 2009 adult obesity increased from 6.2% to 23.1%. About one out of three (30%) in KC adults do not meet physical activity recommendations ADULTS: 2 hours and 30 minutes (150 minutes) of moderate-intensity aerobic activity (i.e., brisk walking) every week and muscle-strengthening activities on 2 or more days a week that work all major muscle groups (legs, hips, back, abdomen, chest,  shoulders, and arms). 73% have inadequate fruit and vegetable consumption (based on U.S. Dietary Guidelines). In King County and across the country obesity has been increasing for both adults and children at an alarming rate. Obesity increases… Childhood obesity has more than tripled in the past 30 years In KC between 1990 and 2009 adult obesity increased from 6.2% to 23.1%. About one out of three (30%) in KC adults do not meet physical activity recommendations ADULTS: 2 hours and 30 minutes (150 minutes) of moderate-intensity aerobic activity (i.e., brisk walking) every week and muscle-strengthening activities on 2 or more days a week that work all major muscle groups (legs, hips, back, abdomen, chest,  shoulders, and arms). 73% have inadequate fruit and vegetable consumption (based on U.S. Dietary Guidelines).

    3. Adult Obesity in King County In King County, 54% of adults are overweight or obese, 20% are obese, and 5.4% have been diagnosed with diabetes. Diabetes prevalence and mortality rates for African-Americans in King County are among the highest in the nation. 12% of King County African American adults have been diagnosed with diabetes, the third highest among the 15 largest US metropolitan counties. 85% of King County adolescents in grades 8, 10, and 12 do not meet physical activity recommendations. Obesity is at least twice as high among high school students who are African American, American Indian/Alaska Native, Hispanic/Latino, or Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander compared to white high school students. In King County, 54% of adults are overweight or obese, 20% are obese, and 5.4% have been diagnosed with diabetes. Diabetes prevalence and mortality rates for African-Americans in King County are among the highest in the nation. 12% of King County African American adults have been diagnosed with diabetes, the third highest among the 15 largest US metropolitan counties. 85% of King County adolescents in grades 8, 10, and 12 do not meet physical activity recommendations. Obesity is at least twice as high among high school students who are African American, American Indian/Alaska Native, Hispanic/Latino, or Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander compared to white high school students.

    4. Adult Obesity by Planning Area in KC

    5. Health Disparities - King County vs. other Metro Counties This graph shows the King County ranking for physical activity compared to 15 other large US counties. . When comparing the 15 largest US counties, King County has larger health disparities using adult ratio of % below poverty to % above poverty And those with health disparities have more risk factors related to obesity. This graph shows the King County ranking for physical activity compared to 15 other large US counties. . When comparing the 15 largest US counties, King County has larger health disparities using adult ratio of % below poverty to % above poverty And those with health disparities have more risk factors related to obesity.

    6. CPPW Overview 44 awards to health departments for obesity and/or tobacco prevention Highly competitive: 250 applications PHSKC received funds for two applications $15.5 million for obesity, physical activity and nutrition $10 million for tobacco prevention and control Largest total grant award in history of PHS&KC and third largest in country In spring 2010, Public Health - Seattle & King County was awarded two highly-competitive federal stimulus grants to address the leading causes of death in our region as part of the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention's Communities Putting Prevention to Work (CPPW). the CDC granted 44 communities awards aimed at broad reaching, highly impactful, and sustainable change to reduce chronic disease morbidity and mortality associated with obesity and tobacco use. Communities receiving these awards were diverse consisting of 25 large cities and urban areas, 16 small city/rural areas funded through 9 state departments of health, and 3 tribes. In spring 2010, Public Health - Seattle & King County was awarded two highly-competitive federal stimulus grants to address the leading causes of death in our region as part of the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention's Communities Putting Prevention to Work (CPPW). the CDC granted 44 communities awards aimed at broad reaching, highly impactful, and sustainable change to reduce chronic disease morbidity and mortality associated with obesity and tobacco use. Communities receiving these awards were diverse consisting of 25 large cities and urban areas, 16 small city/rural areas funded through 9 state departments of health, and 3 tribes.

    7. CPPW Overview Two year grant: rapid implementation that began on March 19, 2010 Focus on environment, policy and system changes Make the healthy choice the easy choice One-time funding to produce deliverables and pay for change Majority of funds sub-awarded to partners Defined and focused set of strategies derived from list provided by CDC – Sectors funded through the RFP process in KC: Community $1.875M Schools $3M Local government $1.875M Small business development fund ($1.1M) Focus on making healthy food available at retail sites Loan incentives, loans and technical support This funding is not for programs or services. Sectors funded through the RFP process in KC: Community $1.875M Schools $3M Local government $1.875M Small business development fund ($1.1M) Focus on making healthy food available at retail sites Loan incentives, loans and technical support This funding is not for programs or services.

    8. Specific Goals of CPPW Increase levels of physical activity Improve nutrition (increase fruit/vegetable consumption, reduce consumption of unhealthy foods) Decrease overweight/obesity prevalence Decrease smoking prevalence and teen smoking initiation Decrease exposure to secondhand smoke Reduce health inequities The Communities Putting Prevention to Work funding opportunity focuses on policy, systems and environmental changes that will reduce the burden of chronic disease The specific goals are to: (bullets)The Communities Putting Prevention to Work funding opportunity focuses on policy, systems and environmental changes that will reduce the burden of chronic disease The specific goals are to: (bullets)

    9. Examples of Environmental, Systems and Policy Change Activities City planning, zoning, and transportation to create walking and biking friendly streets Limiting availability of unhealthy foods near schools Increasing the price of unhealthy foods or drinks Quality physical education Schools and childcare sites offering healthy foods Corner stores with healthy options Healthy food polices in cafeterias, vending machines and public facilities What do we mean by systems, policy and environmental strategies? This grant is focused on strategies at a population level reducing second-hand smoke increasing access to healthy foods improving physical education in schools promoting physical activity though supportive built environments reducing unhealthy foods in communities Supporting activities that can create systems and environmental change in a short timeframe.What do we mean by systems, policy and environmental strategies? This grant is focused on strategies at a population level reducing second-hand smoke increasing access to healthy foods improving physical education in schools promoting physical activity though supportive built environments reducing unhealthy foods in communities Supporting activities that can create systems and environmental change in a short timeframe.

    10. HEAL Activities (Healthy eating, active living) School nutrition and physical education Nutrition standards in government activities and in govt. funded community settings (especially childcare) Economic policies to change price of unhealthy food relative to healthy food (especially soda tax) Safe Routes to Schools Sectors funded through an extensive RFPprocess Community $1.875M Schools $3M Local government $1.875M Small business development fund ($1.1M) Focus on making healthy food available at retail sites Loan incentives, loans and technical support Maximum awards $300-500K Sectors funded through an extensive RFPprocess Community $1.875M Schools $3M Local government $1.875M Small business development fund ($1.1M) Focus on making healthy food available at retail sites Loan incentives, loans and technical support Maximum awards $300-500K

    11. HEAL Activities Media (especially counter-advertising and social media) Local planning: inclusion of healthy community elements including complete streets Support low income/immigrant urban farming Increase access to physical activity opportunities in low-income communities Promote healthy food retail RFPs Participation in implementation Extensive interactive RFP process Collaboration in implementation Coalition Leadership Team Prevention Summit Grantee network Integration with existing efforts RFPs Participation in implementation Extensive interactive RFP process Collaboration in implementation Coalition Leadership Team Prevention Summit Grantee network Integration with existing efforts

    12. Tobacco Activities Remove state preemption on local regulation of tobacco sales within the retail environment Ban of flavored non-cigarette tobacco products Tobacco-free parks policies Tobacco-free multi-unit housing Smoke-free policy at one college/university Tobacco-free pharmacy chain

    13. Funding to Reduce Inequities: HEAL 90% of funds focusing on communities most affected by obesity:

    14. CPPW HEAL Funded Projects: Awards to 37 organizations - $6.8 million 7 school districts and 2 supporting organizations 8 cities, 1 county depart. and regional body, 4 supporting organizations 14 community organizations High-impact strategies with broad reach, implemented quickly High-impact strategies with broad reach, implemented quickly

    15. Media to Promote Change Large-scale media campaigns linked to CPPW policy goals ($1M) Promotion of healthy food choices Unhealthy food counter-advertising Targeted small-scale media and social media

    16. Community Strategies to Address Obesity in King County Restaurants Schools Government Retail Stores The CPPW funding has been distributed throughout communities to have a broader impact. We are addressing the strategies through the various sectors and focusing primarily on food and physical activity as part of the Healthy Eating Active Living portion of the grant.The CPPW funding has been distributed throughout communities to have a broader impact. We are addressing the strategies through the various sectors and focusing primarily on food and physical activity as part of the Healthy Eating Active Living portion of the grant.

    17. RESTAURANTS

    18. One of the first approaches was to address obesity in King County was through menu labeling. In January 2009 chain restaurants with 15 or more national locations in KC were required to post nutrition information In addition to calorie information chains were required have to have other nutrition info, too. This included information on sodium, saturated fat, carbohydrates, and a dietary statement that describes the amount of each nutrient and calories a typical adult should have each day. One of the first approaches was to address obesity in King County was through menu labeling. In January 2009 chain restaurants with 15 or more national locations in KC were required to post nutrition information In addition to calorie information chains were required have to have other nutrition info, too. This included information on sodium, saturated fat, carbohydrates, and a dietary statement that describes the amount of each nutrient and calories a typical adult should have each day.

    19. Nutrition Labeling Quiz Which breakfast item at Denny’s has the FEWEST number of calories? Ham & cheddar omelet Country fried steak & eggs Three slices of French toast with syrup & margarine Three pancakes with syrup & margarine We wanted to give you a chance to take the Nutrition Labeling Quiz: If you are eating out at a Denny’s which menu item would you choose to get the fewest number of calories?? As I read each one, please raise your hand if you think it would provide the fewest calories compared to the others. We wanted to give you a chance to take the Nutrition Labeling Quiz: If you are eating out at a Denny’s which menu item would you choose to get the fewest number of calories?? As I read each one, please raise your hand if you think it would provide the fewest calories compared to the others.

    20. Nutrition Labeling Quiz Which breakfast item at Denny’s has the FEWEST number of calories? Ham & cheddar omelet 595 Country fried steak & eggs 543 Three slices of French toast with syrup & margarine 1261 Three pancakes with syrup & margarine 650

    21. Nutrition Labeling Quiz Which item at Dunkin’ Donuts has the FEWEST number of calories? Sesame bagel with cream cheese Two jelly-filled donuts Banana walnut muffin A medium (24 oz.) strawberry banana smoothie

    22. Nutrition Labeling Quiz Which item at Dunkin’ Donuts has the FEWEST number of calories? Sesame bagel & cream cheese 570 Two jelly-filled donuts 420 Banana walnut muffin 540 A medium (24 oz.) strawberry banana smoothie 550

    23. Nutrition Labeling Quiz Which sandwich at Subway has the FEWEST number of calories? (6-inch sub) Meatball Marinara Steak & Cheese Chicken & Bacon Ranch Tuna

    24. Nutrition Labeling Quiz Which sandwich at Subway has the FEWEST number of calories? Meatball Marinara 560 Steak & Cheese 400 Chicken & Bacon Ranch 580 Tuna 530

    25. Nutrition Labeling Quiz Which item at McDonald’s has the MOST calories? A Big Mac Two Egg McMuffins A large chocolate shake Four regular hamburgers

    26. Nutrition Labeling Quiz

    27. Nutrition Quiz Results King County Results 1 out of 388 answered all four questions correctly 72% missed all of the questions Quiz adapted from: California Center for Public Health Advocacy

    28. SCHOOLS Mary will describe background on schools and nutrition issues related to obesity.Mary will describe background on schools and nutrition issues related to obesity.

    29. THE SCHOOL NUTRITION ENVIRONMENT National School Lunch Program Competitive foods Other Environmental Factors With more than 54 million children in attendance daily and with most children eating at least one meal at school per school day, schools are well-positioned to influence food choices and provide an environment that encourages the consumption of healthy foods. Chronic diseases and their elevated risk factors (like poor diet) detected in youth may extend into adulthood Behaviors established in childhood often track into the adult years Most are aware of the school lunch program, but you may not think of all of the other ways that the schools influence the nutritional intake and habits of students and staff. Let’s take a look at these three areas.With more than 54 million children in attendance daily and with most children eating at least one meal at school per school day, schools are well-positioned to influence food choices and provide an environment that encourages the consumption of healthy foods. Chronic diseases and their elevated risk factors (like poor diet) detected in youth may extend into adulthood Behaviors established in childhood often track into the adult years Most are aware of the school lunch program, but you may not think of all of the other ways that the schools influence the nutritional intake and habits of students and staff. Let’s take a look at these three areas.

    30. National School Lunch Program…more than just lunch National School Lunch (NSLP)-nutritionally balanced free or low-cost meals to over 31 million children each school day Afterschool Snacks-cash reimbursement to help schools serve snacks to children in afterschool activities Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program-provides all enrolled students in participating elementary schools with a variety of free fresh fruits and vegetables throughout the school day Federally assisted meal program-operates in public and non profit private schools-funded through USDA Established in 1946 NSLP: in Washington State-over a half million meals served each school day SNACKS: must contain at least two different components of fluid milk; a serving of meat or meat alternate; a serving of vegetable(s) or fruit(s) or full strength vegetable or fruit juice; a serving of whole grain or enriched bread or cereal FFV: Washington gets over $2M/yr. In King Co, Auburn, Highine, Seattle and Tukwila school districts are recipientsFederally assisted meal program-operates in public and non profit private schools-funded through USDA Established in 1946 NSLP: in Washington State-over a half million meals served each school day SNACKS: must contain at least two different components of fluid milk; a serving of meat or meat alternate; a serving of vegetable(s) or fruit(s) or full strength vegetable or fruit juice; a serving of whole grain or enriched bread or cereal FFV: Washington gets over $2M/yr. In King Co, Auburn, Highine, Seattle and Tukwila school districts are recipients

    31. National School Lunch Program…more than just lunch Seamless Summer- summer foodservice program for schools participating in NSLP or SBP School Breakfast (SBP)-nutritionally balanced free or reduced price breakfasts to over 10 million children each school day Special Milk Program-provides milk to children in schools, child care institutions and eligible camps that do not participate in other Federal child nutrition meal service programs BKFST- similar to lunch program. About 170,000 bkfsts/day. Both bkfst and lunch numbers are increasing. BKFST- similar to lunch program. About 170,000 bkfsts/day. Both bkfst and lunch numbers are increasing.

    32. Participation in the School Lunch Program is associated with: Increased consumption of fruit, vegetables and milk Reduced likelihood of nutritional inadequacies Reduced consumption of competitive foods What difference does it make if students eat school lunch and breakfast or not?What difference does it make if students eat school lunch and breakfast or not?

    33. Participation in the School Breakfast Program is associated with: Better overall nutrient intakes than those who eat breakfast elsewhere or skip breakfast Improved problem-solving skills, test scores, classroom behavior and absenteesim

    34. What is a Competitive Food? all foods and beverages that are sold, served, or given to students in the school environment other than meals served through the NSLP, SBP and After-School Snack, and Meal Programs. Includes à la carte lines, snack bars, student stores, vending machines or school activities such as fund-raisers, achievement rewards, classroom parties or snacks, school celebrations and school meetings Have you heard the term “competitive food?” Have you heard the term “competitive food?”

    35. Why are we worried about Competitive Foods? Main source of low-nutrient, energy-dense foods consumed at school Junk food and sugar sweetened beverages bought at school account for, on average, 177 calories/day (8% of total daily energy intake) 31,860 calories/school year (9 lbs.) 382,230 calories/12 years of school (109 lbs.) Source: Fox MK et al. JADA 2009;109:S57-S66

    36. Greater access at school is associated with ? intake of total fat and saturated fat Cullen K et al. JADA 100(12): 1482-1486; Cullen K & Thompson D. JADA 105(12): 1952-1954 ? intake of fruits and vegetables Cullen K & Zakeri I. AJPH 94(3): 463-467; Kubik M et al. AJPH 93(7): 1168-1173

    37. Other Environmental Factors Food as Reward/Physical Education as punishment Marketing of unhealthy foods at school Vending machines, curriculum materials, competitions, scoreboards, etc. Role modeling of teachers, parents and staff Food presentation and service, amount of time for meals, etc.

    38. Re-Shaping the school nutrition environment New Guidelines for School Meals New standards to be required- based on Institute of Medicine recommendations. Major anticipated changes: More servings and larger portion sizes of fruits and vegetables-emphasis on variety More whole grains Milk 1% or less Emphasis on reduced sodium New calorie limits The Child Nutrition Act was just reauthorized. (Healthy Hunger-Free Kids Act) Passed at the end of December, but details are being developed. -huge opportunity for industry to respond with products meeting the new guidelines -incentive for districts to comply because they get an additional 6 cents per if they doThe Child Nutrition Act was just reauthorized. (Healthy Hunger-Free Kids Act) Passed at the end of December, but details are being developed. -huge opportunity for industry to respond with products meeting the new guidelines -incentive for districts to comply because they get an additional 6 cents per if they do

    39. New Guidelines for Competitive Foods New standards being developed, likely to be based on IOM recommendations. Major anticipated requirements: All must be fruit, vegetable, whole grain, combination of these or low/non fat dairy products 200 calories or less per package/portion = 200 mg sodium per package/portion 35% or less total calories from sugar (some exceptions) < 35% total calories from fat (some exceptions) Beverages: juice (4 oz elementary; 8 oz HS); water without flavoring, additives or carbonation Again, opportunities for industry to develop products for vending, school stores and other snack items that meet guidelinesAgain, opportunities for industry to develop products for vending, school stores and other snack items that meet guidelines

    40. Wellness Standards School Districts are also adopting policies related to: Non commercialism/marketing PE curricula Recess before lunch School gardens Nutrition education Banning food as reward/PE as punishment Farm to school/local foods Menu labeling in cafeterias

    41. Let’s Move ! Campaign started by First Lady Michelle Obama National goal of solving the challenge of childhood obesity within a generation Four Components: empowering parents and caregivers providing healthy food in schools improving access to healthy, affordable foods increasing physical activity Schools are also a target of the new “Let’s Move” campaign started by Michelle ObamaSchools are also a target of the new “Let’s Move” campaign started by Michelle Obama

    42. 5 Steps to Success for Schools Start a school health advisory council (SHAC) Join the HealthierUS School Challenge -financial incentives for schools meeting specific nutrition and physical activity goals Staff set good examples - make schools healthy workplaces Incorporate nutrition and PA into the day Plant a school garden So as you can see, there’s a lot going on in schools to create healthy nutrition and physical activity environments for students and staff. Now Donna will talk about some of the specific school-related initiatives taking place as part of CPPW work.So as you can see, there’s a lot going on in schools to create healthy nutrition and physical activity environments for students and staff. Now Donna will talk about some of the specific school-related initiatives taking place as part of CPPW work.

    43. Farm-to-School WA Sustainable Food & Farming Network Developing food procurement tool-kit Training school district food service personnel in King County Kent School District Developing a model for farm-to-school program Working with WA State Dept. of Agriculture Farm-to-School Program as subcontractor Many King Co school districts are interested in purchasing locally grown foods. To assist the districts with the procurement regulations – the WSF&FN was funded to coordinate legal research on local and federal rules and to develop a user friendly tool kit. Kent School Dist – 4th largest in WA is developing a model Farm to School Program working with WA Dept of Ag All 19 school districts will be invited to attend a training on Farm to School this November to share Kent School District’s model and the procurement tool kit. Many King Co school districts are interested in purchasing locally grown foods. To assist the districts with the procurement regulations – the WSF&FN was funded to coordinate legal research on local and federal rules and to develop a user friendly tool kit. Kent School Dist – 4th largest in WA is developing a model Farm to School Program working with WA Dept of Ag All 19 school districts will be invited to attend a training on Farm to School this November to share Kent School District’s model and the procurement tool kit.

    44. Discover. Cook. Nourish. Auburn School District coordinating the development and provision of trainings Subcontractor – Cynthia Lair, Cookus Interruptus A certification training for School Food Service staff teaching cooking with whole foods 2011 -17 classes reaching 150 food service staff Another CPPW funded project is a certificate training for 150 school food service staff to learn why cooking with whole foods is healthier. They will prepare recipes learning how to cook whole foods. Another CPPW funded project is a certificate training for 150 school food service staff to learn why cooking with whole foods is healthier. They will prepare recipes learning how to cook whole foods.

    45. Scratch Recipes Seattle Public Schools contracted with professional chef group to develop 20 recipes Taste testing at Family Night events Media campaign promoting WA state grown foods in classrooms and cafeteria Lesson plans and posters will be available at: www.harvestofthemonth.com

    46. Digital Menu Boards Renton School District – providing digital menu at 3 middle schools and 3 high schools Evaluation conducted by UW Center for Public Health Nutrition Establish School Nutrition Councils at each H.S.

    47. Physical Activity 6 School Districts are implementing the Safe Routes to School Program working with the Bicycle Alliance of WA and Feet First Auburn, Kent, Renton, Tukwila, Highline, Seattle 3 School Districts developing high quality physical education Seattle, Tukwila and Auburn

    48. Physical Activity Recess before Lunch in elementary schools Highline Joint Use Agreements to share facilities to increase access for community Highline and Northshore

    49. DECA Student-led media campaign

    50. GENERAL OBJECTIVES Educate staff and students in District about consequences of cultural obesity. Connect with Parents and Community Members to support activities and culture community-wide. Implement district wide activities to create “Buy-In” and motivate Team Auburn to… “COMMIT TO FIT”. Implement a student education and incentive plan to integrate and empower students to make healthy lifestyle choices. Evaluate and report our successful campaign which includes activities to sustain the culture of healthy choices.

    51. GOVERNMENT

    52. Disparities: Fruits and Vegetables by Neighborhood When we delved deeper we found that amongst the 15 largest US counties, King County fairs very poorly for risk factors related to obesity. Here is shown the ranking for King County for average number of fruit/vegetable servings for adults in KC. When we delved deeper we found that amongst the 15 largest US counties, King County fairs very poorly for risk factors related to obesity. Here is shown the ranking for King County for average number of fruit/vegetable servings for adults in KC.

    53. Local Jurisdictions Funded Increasing access to healthy foods: CPPW funded Cities: Burien, Des Moines, Federal Way, Kent, SeaTac, Seattle, Redmond, Snoqualmie Adopt nutritional standards for City owned/ operated facilities Healthy food procurement policies across departments City of Seattle Human Services Department, Aging and Disability Services developing a Farm to Table partnership cooperative to purchase local produce

    54. Seattle – Child Care Increase availability of healthy food/drink choices in child care. Adopt and implement State standards for minimum play space, equipment, and duration of play in child care. Make healthy foods affordable for child care programs through purchasing cooperatives CPPW Funded: Human Services Dept., Early Learning and Family Support Division

    55. RETAIL STORES

    56. As shown in the earlier graph access to fresh fruits and vegetables varies depending upon where you live in King County. The Healthy Foods Here project is a partnership between Public Health and the Office of Economic Development in Seattle. The goal of the project is to increase the amount of healthy foods available in at least 30 corner stores in South King County and South Seattle during the grant. When a store agrees to participate in the project, they receive financial incentives to make improvements to their store to invest in such things as - refrigeration, signage and store layout - technical assistance is availabe to help them with marketing, managing their inventory, and linking with food distributors. One of the successes already is a Walgreen’s in a neighborhood without a grocery store has successfully sold fruits and vegetables for several months. As shown in the earlier graph access to fresh fruits and vegetables varies depending upon where you live in King County. The Healthy Foods Here project is a partnership between Public Health and the Office of Economic Development in Seattle. The goal of the project is to increase the amount of healthy foods available in at least 30 corner stores in South King County and South Seattle during the grant. When a store agrees to participate in the project, they receive financial incentives to make improvements to their store to invest in such things as - refrigeration, signage and store layout - technical assistance is availabe to help them with marketing, managing their inventory, and linking with food distributors. One of the successes already is a Walgreen’s in a neighborhood without a grocery store has successfully sold fruits and vegetables for several months.

    57. Resources CPPW- Public Health Seattle & King Co. website http://www.kingcounty.gov/healthservices/health/partnerships/CPPW.aspx Centers for Disease Control and Prevention- Obesity Maps: http://www.cdc.gov/obesity/data/trends.html CPPW: http://www.cdc.gov/healthycommunitiesprogram/communities/cppw/ Let’s Move http://www.letsmove.gov/ Portion Distortion http://hp2010.nhlbihin.net/portion/ Opportunities for Increasing Access to Healthy Foods in Washington-a report for the Access to Healthy Foods Coalition http://depts.washington.edu/waaction/tools/featured_resources/access_report.html We’ve provided you with a resource list to provide additional background on efforts to reduce obesity and more information on the Communities Putting Prevention to Work stimulus funding grants – including CDC’s website describing projects across the country.We’ve provided you with a resource list to provide additional background on efforts to reduce obesity and more information on the Communities Putting Prevention to Work stimulus funding grants – including CDC’s website describing projects across the country.

    58. ~ QUESTIONS ~ We’ve covered a lot of information and would be happy to answer your questions.We’ve covered a lot of information and would be happy to answer your questions.

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