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Policy UpdatesBy learning about and encouraging policies that promote better heath (including more physical activity), you can help make a difference for people far beyond your community. Find out what's going on in your local government, Sacramento and Washington and how you can encourage your lawmakers to help get everyone moving! California Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (CAHPERD) - the policy page is a place to learn about and encourage programs and funding to train physical education teachers and more. Strategic Alliance - Promoting Healthy Food and Activity Environments, the Strategic Alliance is reframing the debate on nutrition and physical activity away from a focus on individual choice and lifestyle towards one of environment and corporate and government responsibility. Talk with your legislators - American Cancer Society CDC Social Capital - the fabric of community and community of human resources that is available for community improvement... L.A. Collaborative for Healthy Active Children - a group of stakeholders from Community Based Organizations, Public Health, CA5aDay, Head Start providers, and healthcare providers. Public Health Advocacy - information on specific health related legislation in California. Active Community Environments Initiative (ACES) seeks to walking, bicycling and development of accessible trails and recreation facilities. UCLA Center for Health Policy - includes information on access to healthcare, research and information on health insurance coverage and programs. California Healthline - weekly policy news updates. See recommendations for Action for Cities, Schools, and Families and how the Built Environment impacts Public Health. |
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