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located at United Way of Mid-Maine A Program of PATCH (Planned Approach to Community Health) Our mission: To support and encourage policies, environments, education and activities, in our community and schools, that promote good nutrition, physical activity and the reduction of tobacco use. |
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Nutrition Overweight and obesity in children has become a major national health issue. In recognition of this, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) released a "Prevention of Pediatric Overweight and Obesity" policy statement in August 2003. AAP emphasizes prevention and suggestions that the best approach to preventing overweight and obesity is to take a look at nutrition, including low-fat dairy options, and physical activity. Click here for practical tips sheet for parents.
Want to Create Change in Your Maine Community? Healthy Maine Partnerships now has available a new Action Packet called "Develop Policies that Support Healthy Options in Vending Machines". The action packet is filled with everything you need to develop policies that support healthy options in vending machines, it includes real Maine Examples, Action Steps, Presentation Materials, Resources and more. Contact Us with your name, shipping address and contact info to order the action packet.
Healthy Giving for Healthy Living Healthy Maine Partnership of Greater Waterville is pleased to announce the availability of new "Healthy Giving for Healthy Living" resources available to worksites and organizations in the Greater Waterville area to encourage healthy donations to our local food banks and soup kitchens. Click here for more info and order form for materials.
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