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Health Promotion
 Websites presented in alphabetical order HealthierUS.Gov 
 The intention of this site is to be a "source of credible, accurate information to help Americans choose to live healthier lives." It features links to government reports and statistics on physical fitness, nutrition, prevention, and the avoidance of risky behaviors. From the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. http://www.healthierus.gov/ Topics: Federal (U.S.) Government, Health, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Sep 14, 2006 The President's Challenge: You're it. Get Fit!
This awards program aims to promote physical fitness and active lifestyles for people of all ages. The site features information about the programs for youth and adults, activity logs, and activity ideas and tools. Also includes news and research, a downloadable fitness handbook, and links to information about physical fitness for people with disabilities. From the President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports (PCPPS). http://www.presidentschallenge.org/ Topics: Federal (U.S.) Government, Health, Medical Treatments & Devices, Senior Health Last updated Nov 6, 2003 The President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports
This committee of volunteers advises the president on "physical activity, fitness, and sports in America." The site provides material about the council and its work, publications, and links to the other government agencies and to health and fitness organizations. The "Popular Topics" page lists health, physical activity and fitness observances and events, such as National Blood Donor Month (January), World Health Day (April), and Bike to Work Week (May). http://www.fitness.gov Topics: Federal (U.S.) Government, Health, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Apr 6, 2006 Reports of the Surgeon General
This site offers access to all of the official reports, conference proceedings, and workshop reports of the United States Surgeon General. Users may browse chronologically, alphabetically by subject or document type, or with the search engine. This is a valuable resource for those doing research on the major public health issues affecting the United States. http://profiles.nlm.nih.gov/NN/ Topics: Federal (U.S.) Government, Health, Public Health & Safety Last updated May 20, 2005 |
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