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| ! | Diabetes Overview Page | Reports | 3/25/2013 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=14520 | 14520 | This page provides a review of facts and resources on diabetes, which affects tens of millions of Americans. |
| | State Medical Marijuana Laws | Bill Summaries/ Databases | 5/13/2013 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=19587 | 19587 | In 1996, California voters passed Proposition 215, making the Golden State the first in the union to allow for the medical use of marijuana. Since then, 16 more states and the District of Columbia have enacted similar laws, for a total of 17 states and the District of Columbia. This article offers a listing of states with medical marijuana laws. |
| | Childhood Obesity - 2012 | Bill Summaries/ Databases | 2/14/2013 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=25681 | 25681 | Childhood obesity legislation enacted in 2012. |
| | Childhood Obesity - 2011 | Bill Summaries/ Databases | 2/1/2013 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=24558 | 24558 | Childhood Obesity – 2011 Legislative Policy Options |
| | Wear Red Day | Reports | 2/1/2013 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=13827 | 13827 | Wear Red Day (Feb. 2012) |
| | Trans Fat and Menu Labeling Legislation | Bill Summaries/ Databases | 1/18/2013 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=14362 | 14362 | Overview of Trans Fat Bans and Menu Labeling Legislation. |
| | Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion | Reports | 10/1/2012 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=14507 | 14507 | Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion |
| | Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) | Bill Summaries/ Databases | 7/13/2012 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=24686 | 24686 | Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)state legislation, 2008-2012. |
| | [Postcard] Average State Public Health Spending Per Person, FY 2010-2011 | Reports | 7/1/2012 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=24630 | 24630 | Average State Public Health Spending Per Person, FY 2010-2011 |
| | States Address Diabetes in Minority Populations | Articles/Briefs/ Newsletters | 6/29/2012 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=24940 | 24940 | More than 26 million Americans have diabetes, and it is a disease that disproportionately affects minorities. Policymakers are looking at ways to reduce disparities in diabetes in order to reduce costs and to improve health. |
| | Public Health Herald 14th Issue | Articles/Briefs/ Newsletters | 2/7/2012 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=23918 | 23918 | Public Health Herald 14th Issue |
| | Fighting Against Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease | Articles/Briefs/ Newsletters | 2/7/2012 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=24266 | 24266 | Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a progressive lower respiratory disease that affects the lungs by limiting airflow and creating breathing problems. COPD includes emphysema and chronic bronchitis. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute estimate 12 million people in the United States have been diagnosed with COPD. |
| | Heart Disease and Stroke - An Overview of Our Nations Leading Killers | Reports | 2/1/2012 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=13866 | 13866 | An Overview of Heart Disease and Stroke |
| | Managing Arthritis: Improving Lives | Articles/Briefs/ Newsletters | 6/8/2011 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=23130 | 23130 | The most common cause of disability, arthritis can lead to high medical expenses and lost earnings. Physical activity and self-management education can help deal with symptoms. |
| | State Diabetes Budgets - FY 2011 | Reports | 5/1/2011 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=21930 | 21930 | State Diabetes Budgets- FY 2011 |
| | Improving Women's Health: State Policy Options | Articles/Briefs/ Newsletters | 3/25/2011 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=22117 | 22117 | Improving Women's Health: State Policy Options |
| | Childhood Obesity - 2010 | Bill Summaries/ Databases | 2/4/2011 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=22156 | 22156 | Childhood Obesity – 2010 of Legislative Policy Options |
| | [LegisBrief] Healthy Communities: New Opportunities for Promoting Health | Articles/Briefs/ Newsletters | 8/19/2010 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=21086 | 21086 | States can promote healthy behaviors and lower chronic disease rates and costs through programs that address risk factors such as physical inactivity, poor nutrition and smoking. |
| | Wellness Overview | Reports | 8/9/2010 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=14508 | 14508 | Overview of wellness resources, including those of NCSL and other organizations. |
| | Healthy Communities: Food Systems, Healthy Eating and Physical Activity | Reports | 8/9/2010 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=14511 | 14511 | Overview of resources addressing obesity, including state legislation, recent news items and NCSL resources. |
| | Childhood Obesity Trends - State Rates | Reports | 6/2/2010 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=13877 | 13877 | Maps: Percentage of children who were considered overweight and obese in 2007 and 50-state chart; Percentage of children who were considered obese in 2005 and 50-state chart. Also includes data on childhood obesity. |
| | [LegisBrief] Chronic Health Conditions and Minority Youth | Articles/Briefs/ Newsletters | 4/8/2010 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=20135 | 20135 | Young people from racial and ethnic minority groups in the United States suffer disproportionately from chronic health conditions, which may continue into adulthood. |
| | Promoting Healthy Communities and Preventing Childhood Obesity | Books | 4/5/2010 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=20101 | 20101 | To help promote healthier communities and reduce childhood obesity, state policymakers are considering options to increase physical activity and healthy eating. |
| | Childhood Obesity - 2009 | Bill Summaries/ Databases | 2/19/2010 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=19776 | 19776 | Childhood Obesity – 2009 of Legislative Policy Options |
| | SL Mag: Chronic Disease Prevention Savings | Articles/Briefs/ Newsletters | 12/7/2009 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=19244 | 19244 | A 50-state chart showing savings and return on investment for disease prevention spending |
| | Public Health Herald 5th Issue | Articles/Briefs/ Newsletters | 9/1/2009 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=18457 | 18457 | Public Health Herald 5th Issue |
| | [Heart Disease and Stroke] Heart Disease and Stroke: 50-State Profile and Policy Reports | Bill Summaries/ Databases | 7/21/2009 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=17587 | 17587 | Heart Disease and Stroke: 50-state Profile and Policy Reports |
| | Childhood Obesity - 2008 | Reports | 12/31/2008 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=13883 | 13883 | Childhood Obesity - 2008 |
| | Public Health Herald Newsletter 1st Issue | Articles/Briefs/ Newsletters | 11/10/2008 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=13880 | 13880 | Public Health Herald Newsletter 1st Issue |
| | Osteoporosis Breaks Bones and Budgets | Articles/Briefs/ Newsletters | 4/8/2008 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=13900 | 13900 | LegisBrief: Early detection and treatment of osteoporosis can save states millions of dollars in health care costs attributed to the estimated 10 million Americans who suffer from the disease. |
| | Childhood Obesity - 2007 | Bill Summaries/ Databases | 12/15/2007 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=14398 | 14398 | Overview of 2007 Childhood Obesity Legislation. |
| | Newborn Genetic and Metabolic Screening Laws | Bill Summaries/ Databases | 11/1/2007 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=14416 | 14416 | Provides a 50 state summary of newborn genetic and metabolic screening laws. |
| | Childhood Obesity - 2006 Policy Options, Nutrition and Physical Activity | Bill Summaries/ Databases | 4/30/2007 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=14397 | 14397 | Childhood Obesity - 2006 Policy Options, Nutrition and Physical Activity |
| | Childhood Obesity - 2005 Policy Options, Nutrition and Physical Activity | Bill Summaries/ Databases | 1/12/2006 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=14396 | 14396 | Childhood Obesity - 2005 Policy Options, Nutrition and Physical Activity |
| | Overview of 2003 and 2004 Childhood Obesity Bills | Bill Summaries/ Databases | 12/31/2004 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=14112 | 14112 | Overview of 2003 and 2004 Childhood Obesity Bills |