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Exploring Community Resources and Readiness in Relation to Childhood Obesity Prevention in Rural Western America

Creator:

Kunkle, Deanna and John, Deborah

Abstract:

Childhood obesity is a nationwide concern of which rural, urban, and suburban communities must be aware in order to take action. The goal for the research project, GROW Healthy Kids and Communities (GROW HKC), is to prevent childhood obesity in rural communities through the use of participatory action research and...

Resource Type:

Poster
Evaluating the Reach, Effectiveness, and Adoption of an Extension Family & Community Health Program Implemented to Change the Rural Context for Weight Health

Creator:

Mischkot, Brooke and John, Deborah

Abstract:

Rural communities face many factors that may contribute to an obesogenic environment which include poorer food options (highly processed, low cost, and energy dense), reduced physical activity opportunities and resources, increased reliance on automobiles, and social aspects such isolation and neighborhood safety. Sub-optimal school contexts hinder students' healthy eating and...

Resource Type:

Poster