Programs and Campaigns
Active Community Environments Initiative
A CDC-sponsored initiative to
promote walking, bicycling, and the development of accessible recreation
facilities.
BAM! Body and MindTM
BAM! Body and Mind Designed for kids 9–13 years old, BAM! Body and Mind
gives them the information they need to make healthy lifestyle choices.
The site focuses on topics that kids told us are important to them — such
as stress and physical fitness — using kid-friendly lingo, games, quizzes,
and other interactive features.
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FruitsandVeggiesMatter.gov The "Fruits and Veggies – More Matters" initiative, encourages the consumption of fruits and vegetables for improved health. CDC developed and maintains the "Fruits & Veggies Matter" site in partnership with federal agencies and other organizations. Check out the new Fruit & Veggies Matter Web site for tips, recipes, and more! You can find easy ways to add more fruits and vegetables into your daily eating patterns. |
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IMMPaCt, International
Micronutrient Malnutrition
Prevention and Control
Program The IMMPaCt Program is a global effort to eliminate micronutrient malnutrition. IMMPaCt is committed to aid nations in establishing micronutrient interventions, and building surveillance systems to monitor the impact of these projects. |
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| KidsWalk-to-School CDC has developed KidsWalk-to-School, a guide that encourages individuals and organizations to work together to identify and create safe walking routes to school. |
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CDC's State-Based Nutrition
and Physical Activity Program to Prevent Obesity and Other Chronic Diseases
Find out what 's happening in the different funded state programs.
The Youth Media
Campaign, VERBTM
The Youth Media Campaign focuses on getting youth excited about increasing
physical activity in their lives, while helping parents, educators, and
youth leaders see the importance of physical activity to the overall
health of tweens. For additional information and to view the online site
for tweens visit VERBnow.com.*
Related Resources
Exemplary State Programs Around Nutrition and Physical Activity
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Page last updated: June 20, 2008
Content Source: Division of Nutrition, Physical Activity and Obesity, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion
