Fostering Healthier Generations

September is National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month

Childhood obesity is a major public health issue and an indicator of future risk for developing chronic diseases, such as diabetes. Providing access to nutritious foods and helping them make healthy choices gives children the chance to have healthier futures.
Promote physical activity and healthful eating to maintain healthy weights and work towards preventing childhood obesity in your community.

• Find resources, such as youth posters, from the IHS Division of Diabetes.
• Learn more about activities and opportunities from the Let's Move! in Indian Country website Exit Disclaimer: You Are Leaving www.ihs.gov .