The CHOICES Project team is excited to announce the re-release of a tool for exploring and comparing effective strategies to improve child health: the CHOICES National Action Kit 2.0. The CHOICES Project team is excited to announce the launch of the CHOICES National Action Kit 2.0! This is a re-launch of the CHOICES National Action … Continue reading “Announcing the CHOICES National Action Kit 2.0”
A new study evaluates the cost-effectiveness of calorie labeling at large U.S. fast-food chains. Dupuis R, Block JP, Barrett JL, Long MW, Petimar J, Ward ZJ, Kenney EL, Musicus AA, Cannuscio CC, Williams DR, Bleich SN, Gortmaker SL. Cost-Effectiveness of Calorie Labeling at Large Fast-Food Chains Across the U.S. Am J Prev Med. doi:10.1016/j.amepre.2023.08.012. Epub … Continue reading “STUDY: Cost-Effectiveness of Calorie Labeling at Large Fast-Food Chains Across the U.S.”
A new study evaluates the cost-effectiveness of a hypothetical 2-cent-per-ounce excise tax in California (CA) and implications for population health and health equity. Lee MM, Barrett JL, Kenney EL, Gouck J, Whetstone L, McCulloch SM, Cradock AL, Long MW, Ward ZJ, Rohrer B, Williams DR, Gortmaker SL. A Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Excise Tax in California: Projected Benefits for … Continue reading “STUDY: A Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Excise Tax in California: Projected Benefits for Population Obesity and Health Equity”
As part of the National Institutes of Health Office of Disease Prevention’s Prevention in Focus webinar series, Dr. Steve Gortmaker will present on January 19, 2023 at 12:00pm Eastern about cost-effective interventions to prevent obesity and chronic disease and improve health equity. Prevention in Focus Webinar Series: Cost Effective Interventions That Can Prevent Obesity and … Continue reading “Dr. Steve Gortmaker to Present on NIH Prevention in Focus Webinar 1/19”
As 2022 comes to a close, our team is reflecting on the many accomplishments we’ve had this year. From progress with local partners in our core research project and success in our COVID-19 vaccine equity work to hosting the 10th cohort of emerging leaders in health and presenting our research to others in the field, … Continue reading “2022: Year in Review”
The National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO) 360 Annual Conference is both in-person and virtual this year. This year’s theme, Looking to the Future: Reshaping the Public Health System, will explore how the local public health workforce and its stakeholders can move forward in the midst of an ongoing crisis while implementing … Continue reading “CHOICES Poster to Be Presented at the 2022 NACCHO 360 Conference”
Harvard Chan Studio Event: Childhood Obesity: Science and Solutions Monday, March 14, 11:00am EST For many children, the day-to-day realities of pandemic life—virtual school, social distancing, screen time, and stress—have added up to steep weight gain. The number of children diagnosed with overweight or obesity has shot up, and racial and ethnic gaps have widened. … Continue reading “Dr. Steve Gortmaker of the CHOICES Project To Be Featured as Panelist During Harvard Chan Studio Event”
Webinar: “Is Now the Time for a Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Tax in New York City?” Sponsored by the New York State Health Foundation Wednesday, February 9, 1:00pm EST Nearly 60% of Americans consume more added sugar than experts recommend, which can lead to dietary disease and increased health care costs. Research shows that sugary drink taxes are … Continue reading “CHOICES Project to Be Featured in Webinar 2/9: “Is Now the Time for a Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Tax in New York City?””
This event has passed. Thanks to all who participated! Investing in Prevention: How a clinical strategy in Denver could improve health and address health equity Wednesday, July 14, 1:00pm – 2:00pm Eastern The CHOICES Project is excited to host the second event in our CHOICES Web Forum series. In this panel, key leaders in the … Continue reading “CHOICES Panel Event on July 14: How a Clinical Strategy in Denver Could Improve Health & Address Health Equity”
The National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO) 360 Annual Conference is virtual again this year. CHOICES team members Angie Cradock and Molly Garrone will participate in a live session on Wednesday, June 30, along with partners from the Houston Health Department and NACCHO. This session will highlight the CHOICES Community of Practice, … Continue reading “CHOICES Research to Be Presented at the 2021 NACCHO 360 Virtual Conference”