The Status of Child Health in Texas: Results from the Texas SPAN 2021-2023 Survey
When & Where
March 27
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Virtual - Microsoft Teams ( View in Google Map)
Contact
- Mirella Jabbour
- [email protected]
Event Description
What is the status of child health in the Lone Star State since COVID-19?
- The Texas School Physical Activity and Nutrition (Texas SPAN) survey collected data during the 2021-2022 and 2022-2023 school years. Updates on child obesity, dietary intake, and physical activity behaviors will be presented.
- Results show improvements in some areas but challenges in other outcomes and behaviors.
Tune in to see where we are and potential strategies for addressing these needs.
Speaker:
Deanna Hoelscher, PhD, RD, LD, CNS, FISBNPA
John P. McGovern Professor in Health Promotion and Regional Campus Dean
Michael & Susan Dell Center for Healthy Living
UTHealth Houston School of Public Health in Austin
Moderator:
Joel Romo
President & Founder
Texana Public Affairs
