2008 CHILDRENS OBESITY CONFERENCE

Wednesday, October 15, 2008

8:30 am to 4:30 pm

Mesa Convention Center

Mesa, AZ 

 

 A collaborative partnership of Arizona community health organizations.

The 2008 Childrens Obesity Conference will promote a comprehensive approach in addressing obesity related risk factors that exist among children and adolescents across the State of Arizona.

CONFERENCE GOALS:

Share information that aims to improve the overall health of youth through education and information that promotes healthy lifestyles.

Promote comprehensive systems and collaborate partnerships among health professionals that service youth.

Describe health disparities that exist related to childhood obesity that impact the community and health related services.

Highlight existing resources across Arizona that address risks related to childhood obesity.

CONFERENCE TRACKS

The Influence of Policy and Environment on Childhood Obesity

Education Training and Research:

Importance of Partnerships and Role of Community, Schools and Family in Addressing Needs of Children at Risk for Obesity.

Effective Program Planning, Implementation and Development of Programs that Address Childhood Obesity:

REGISTRATION

Early registration begins July 14, 2008. Register online or by

fax at www.worthyinstitute.com. Registration fee $125/person before September 1, 2008 after reg. fee is $140.

FOR INFORMATION ABOUT EXHIBITOR TABLES AND PARTNERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES PLEASE

CALL (602)258-3300.

 

 

 

 

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