May 20, 2005 – In his second “Healthy Dozen” list, the U.S. Surgeon General Richard H. Carmona, MD, MPH, identified healthy eating as one of the 12 tips to keep toddlers safe and healthy. For more about these tips and other “Year of the Healthy Child” program, go to the Surgeon General’s website.

PROGRAM UPDATE

April 2005 – The Initiative for Healthy Weight’s The Burden of Overweight and Obesity in Rhode Island Word PDF presents the most current data on the obesity epidemic and associated risk factors, such as nutrition, physical activity, screen time, and breastfeeding.

SUCCESS STORY

After fighting his own personal battle with obesity, Mike Meyerheim, a Barrington resident and Dr. Phil guest, is now working in communities to help others realize they can win the fight against obesity. Read More

COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT

Central Falls has been chosen as a model community to kick-off the Initiative for Healthy Weight’s work with communities. IHW is currently requesting proposals for a lead agency to assist with this project.

Events

Coming this fall … Rhode Island Healthy Eating and Active Living Collaborative Kick-Off Event! Check back for more details.

Recent Publications

Rhode Island’s Plan for Healthy Eating and Active Living: Objectives

The Burden of Overweight and Obesity in Rhode Island
Word PDF

Initiative for a Healthy Weight: Program Overview

Report of Research Findings on Healthy Eating, Physical Activity, and Breastfeeding In Central Falls, RI

Presentation of Research Findings on Healthy Eating, Physical Activity, and Breastfeeding Practices in Central Falls