F as in Fat How Obesity Policies Are Failing in America

by Paris N. Glendening

Examines obesity policies in America. Concludes that national & state policies are falling far short of obesity prevention & reduction goals. The 2004 edition of this report found that the U.S. does not have the aggressive, coordinated national & state strategies needed to address the crisis -- & this threatens to make the epidemic worse. This report is the 2nd annual edition of F as in FatÓ & updates the information provided in the 2004 report. It is intended to set a baseline of current national & state policies & programs. The report includes 6 chapters: The States; States & Smart Growth Initiatives; The Federal Government; Health Insurance; Private Sector; & Recommendations. Illustrations.

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