AHA: Policy makers must do more in fight against obesity
Although a recent report shows that adult obesity rates in the U.S. have remained steady in recent years – rather than continuing the upward trend seen for decades – rates are still too high, according to the American Heart Association (AHA) – and elected officials should take action on the issue.
AHA CEO Nancy Brown said rates among both adults and children, particularly in low-income and minority communities, should spur local, state and federal officials to enact policies to combat obesity.