Prevention Works! September is Childhood Obesity Awareness Month

It’s Not Just a Problem in America

September is Childhood Obesity Awareness month! In this article highlighting two Northern Ireland families’ fight against childhood obesity, learn about how some parents in the UK are tackling this tough issue; it’s not just in America, folks!

Taking Action!

Check out the Children Hospital’s Community Action Plan for 2016!

Where Should We Start?

Throughout the month Mass Appeal of Springfield, Massachusetts will focus on ways to overcome this national health concern. Starting with an interview with Dr. Chrystal Wittcopp of the Pediatric Weight Management Program at Baystate Health, learn how to get your kids learning healthy habits!

Diet Soda Allowed Back in Schools.

After a 7 year ban, the State Board of Education decided Wednesday to allow diet sodas back on the menu at schools.

There’s more than one app for that!

Want your techy kiddos to be more interested in proper nutrition? Check out some of these great app suggestions!