FACT:
One in six children ages 2-19 in the United States is overweight. That's nearly 17 percent who are at risk of developing health problems later in life.

FACT:
The National Institutes of Health is working to prevent this public health crisis through through We Can! (Ways to Enhance Children's Activity & Nutrition)®, a program that provides science-based materials to parents and caregivers to help 8- to 13-year-olds stay at a healthy weight.

Whether you live in the smallest town or the largest city, you can use We Can!'s many science-based and free tip sheets and other online resources to make healthy lifestyle choices for everyone in your family.

We Can! is a fast-growing, national program of families and communities coming together to promote healthy weight in 8- to 13-year-olds through improved food choices, increased physical activity, and reduced screen time.

Since its 2005 launch at 14 pilot sites, the program has grown steadily to communities in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and 11 other countries. It is being used in an array of settings, including parks and recreation departments, faith-based organizations, medical/health systems, fitness-oriented outlets, educational systems, and work sites.

The program's growing popularity and success can be attributed to many factors, including how easy it is to tailor to a community's specific needs.

To learn more about the program's tips and tools; curricula for youth and parents; training and networking opportunities; and sites and partners, please visit http://wecan.nhlbi.nih.gov.

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