Consistent with Maricopa County's strategic priority to provide regional leadership in critical public policy areas, MCDPH is committed to promoting advocacy efforts to support the building of healthy eating and active living communities.

	Weight of the Problem Did you know that one in four children under the age of 5 are overweight or obese? Learn more about the scope of the issue and what it could mean to you...
	The Issues Advocacy involves identifying an issue, drawing attention to it, and then working to change it for the better. Learn about different policies that could promote health in your community...
	Take Action "Decisions are made by those who show up." Learn what steps you can take now to promote an environment of healthy eating and active living in your neighborhood...
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