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Dairy groups push coffee in schools to boost milk consumption
July 17, 2019
A dairy group gave a North Dakota school a $5,000 grant to buy an espresso machine that uses 530 gallons of milk per year...all so more milk can be consumed. However, the American Academy of Pediatrics discourages caffeine consumption among children, citing potentially harmful effects on developing bodies.
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UTHealth: Pérez Receives $1.38 Million Grant to Study Youth and Young Adult Initiation of Tobacco Use
July 11, 2019
Dr. Adriana Pérez, a professor in the Department of Biostatistics and Data Science at UTHealth School of Public Health, University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston School of Public Health, Austin campus, has received a $1.38 million grant from the National Cancer Institute to study changing patterns of tobacco use in U.S. youth and young adults.
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Best Drinks to Stay Hydrated
July 09, 2019
J. Wesley McWhorter, MS, RD, LD, CSCS, was interviewed on FOX 26 Morning Show for a segment about hydration during summer.
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Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Kohl Named NPAPA Chair
The National Physical Activity Plan is a full and well-rounded approach to increasing physical activity in the US population through the creation of policies, programs, and initiatives focused on this issue.
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Research Spotlight: 5% of Teenagers Meeting Physical Activity, Sleep, and Screen Time Guidelines
In 2018, The Center for Disease Control and Prevention reported that only 27% of high school students are meeting the guidelines for physical activity and sleep.
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Bike to Work Spotlight: Kevin Lanza
Kevin Lanza, PhD, MCRP, is the Michael & Susan Dell Center Post-Doctoral Fellow and helps to promote physical activity of children. In his spare time, you can find Dr. Lanza running on the hike-and-bike trail or eating tacos. In celebration of Bike to Work Day, Dr. Lanza shares how he got started biking to work and some tips for beginners.
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A wealth of research indicates that escaping to a neighborhood park, hiking through the woods, or spending a weekend by the lake is good for a person's health. http://ow.ly/L52A50v5NA8
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Celebrate #NationalBlueberryMonth with a handful (or five) of these naturally sweet, antioxidant rich treats! Learn more about blueberries here: https://www.nabcblues.org/blueberry-month/ … pic.twitter.com/0HEfptgqf4
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20 July
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The next generation of http://CATCH.org is here with lots of new content & a smoother overall user experience.
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18 July
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Our Healthy #Summer Challenge Calendar is now available in #Spanish! Click link to download // ¡Nuestro Desafío de Verano Saludable ahora está traducido en #español! Haga clic aquí para descargarlo --> https://bit.ly/2LuR4mj pic.twitter.com/elCinizxcK
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18 July
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Dr. Adriana Pérez, a professor at @UTexasSPH in Austin and an MSD faculty member, has received a $1.38 million grant from the National Cancer Institute ( @theNCI) to study changing patterns of #tobacco use in U.S. youth and young adults. Read more here: https://bit.ly/2XOEpS2 pic.twitter.com/W5aZgF3NHl
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17 July
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Blueberries are in season and so sweet right now, which is just perfect for this healthy, backyard bbq dessert and to celebrate #BlueberryMonth! https://brighterbites.org/recipe/just-peachy-parfait/ … pic.twitter.com/llf3DsRZpF
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16 July
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Youth with obesity have increased lifetime risk for a myriad of health problems such as diabetes, heart disease, and depression. We must do more to combat obesity in Texas. Learn more at http://go.uth.edu/TexasChildHealth … #HealthyChildrenHealthyState pic.twitter.com/AgW1M5iSAF
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16 July
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Studies show that a diet high in fruits and vegetables can counter the effects of #chronicinflammation. Read more from @uthealth News and MSD Center staff, Wes McHorter --> https://bit.ly/2xMwi9c pic.twitter.com/d1EVOou6Yk
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15 July
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Wesley McWhorter, MS, RD, of @UTexasSPH @msdcenter gives tips on how to spot the warning signs of #dehydration and which types of drinks are best to stay hydrated: http://ow.ly/odEX50uZO0N
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July is #NationalPicnicMonth ! Pack a healthy basket, grab your family and friends, and spend some time outdoors and active this weekend
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14 July
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LAST DAY for #EarlyBird pricing is Sunday, July 14th! Register to secure your spot at the Healthier Texas Summit ( @itstimeTX) here: https://healthiertexassummit.com/registration/ pic.twitter.com/pVhnX0O26F
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12 July
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We'd like to thank our friends at @YourTaylorFarms for all of the produce they've donated. Our #Dallas program would not be possible without this incredible support! #ThankfulThursday pic.twitter.com/NUmw13SLT0
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12 July
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Join us for a #webinar on August 13, led by Dr. Lakey & the Partnership for a Healthy Texas ( @txlegeobesity)! Participants will learn about the history, advocacy, and legislative agenda of PHFT, as well as how to engage in advocacy efforts. Register here: https://bit.ly/2xG8vYn pic.twitter.com/A37QSbywKC
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11 July
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We've extended #EarlyBird registration for the #HealthierTexasSummit until July 14. I know where I'll be October 17-18; please take advantage of this discounted rate and join me! https://twitter.com/ItsTimeTX/status/1145742543306534912 …
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To learn more about the state of childhood physical activity in Texas and models for improving it, download our #HealthyChildrenHealthyState one-pager --> https://bit.ly/2xxepLf pic.twitter.com/ACCcbyn6sh
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10 July
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The #BrighterBites #Dallas program would not be possible without the incredible support of partners like North Texas Food Bank. We're thankful for the @ntfb's commitment to helping communities in the Dallas area that don’t have reliable access to fresh food! pic.twitter.com/Tke4Bpezvd
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9 July
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Read about the evaluation of the GAVA ( @GoAustinVamos) initiative, led by MSD faculty, Drs. van den Berg and Ranjit, in the Archives of Public Health ( @ArchPubHealth) --> https://bit.ly/2XQVn1b
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Full of Vitamin C and antioxidants, we're happy to say cherries are back in season! Not sure what else is? We've got your back --> https://www.seasonalfoodguide.org/ pic.twitter.com/GmvGiToSsD
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6 July
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Our #SummerChallenge calendars are back! Packed with healthy ideas for every day of the summer, they're perfect for keeping everyone in the family engaged and active. Download yours here --> https://bit.ly/2XuetuL pic.twitter.com/UnM3Qo1sgf
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5 July
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Happy Fourth from us to you! Even with all the tempting goodies from the grill, don't forget to eat the rainbow today (especially red and blue)
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4 July
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Fighting Obesity in the 2019 Legislative Session
August 13, 2019 10:00 to August 13, 2019 11:00Participants will learn about the ongoing advocacy of the Partnership for a Healthy Texas whose mission is to combat obesity in the state via policy change. Participants will learn about the PFHT legislative agenda, the history behind our legislative successes and barriers to further policy wins. Additionally, participants will learn how to engage in advocacy through the Partnership.
