Wednesday, October 03, 2007

RWJF Links Childhood Obesity with TV Ads & School Policies

Press Release
Robert Wood Johnson Foundation
Chicago, IL

Studies released in a special edition of the American Journal of Preventive Medicine indicate that childhood obesity can be partially attributable to soft drink company contracts with middle schools & high schools, a disproportionate number of fast food restaurants in low income neighborhoods and advertising that encourages young people to spend their money on junk food.

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