In his State of the Union Address Wednesday evening, President Barack Obama praised First Lady Michelle Obama for “creating a national movement to tackle the epidemic of childhood obesity and make kids healthier.” Less than 24 hours later, Mrs. Obama joined U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Kathleen Sebelius and U.S. Surgeon General Regina Benjamin to announce the release of The Surgeon General’s Vision for a Healthy and Fit Nation.
The paper, which is Dr. Benjamin’s first release to the nation since being sworn in as Surgeon General earlier this month, includes recommendations for helping Americans to adopt healthier lives through better nutrition and regular physical activity. The paper also encourages communities to be actively involved in creating healthier living environments and combating obesity. (more…)
