At the U.S. Conference of Mayors, First Lady Michelle Obama addressed the need for a comprehensive approach to tackle the childhood obesity problem. Indicating that she will be stepping up her efforts to address childhood obesity, the First Lady announced she will be launching a major initiative next month. With input from government agencies including the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the Department of Education, as well as outside organizations and industry, Mrs. Obama said the initiative will involve the federal government working with local officials and leaders in the business and non-profit sectors to provide more nutritious food in schools, allow more opportunities for kids to be physically active, and give more communities access to affordable, healthful food. To view the speech, click here.
(From Robert Wood Johnson Foundation)
