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The Robert grove Johnson Foundation is funding a strange program launched by the American Heart Association and the Alliance for a Healthier Generation to obstruct childhood obesity. In the 2006-7 instruct year, the Healthy Schools Program will be implemented in 285 gymnasiums in 13 states, providing technical assistance and financial support to improve the nutritional value of cafeteria aliment and vending machine products, increase students' physical activity, and create staff wellness programs. The alliance's Web site (http://www.healthiergeneration.org) also has tips and resources for parents and children.

A campaign to combat obesity and diabetes among veterans and their families, Healthier US Veterans, was launched on the HHS and the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The rate of diabetes in U veterans is almost three times that of the general population. end VA medical centers, the novel campaign will provide education about healthy eating and physical activity and will exhibit tailored weight-loss programs, pedometers, and diet advice. For more information, visit http://wwwhhsgov/new or http://www.aafp.org/x42554.xml.

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