The Videos
The Facts
Obesity in children has become a troubling trend over the past 20 years; the likelihood that an American child will be overweight has tripled.
The Trust for America’s Health estimates that 28% of children in the Dairy State are overweight, greater than this state’s adult obesity rate.
What We’re Doing
Milwaukee Public Television outreach initiative designed to encourage healthy eating and physical activity in children and families. Recognizing the challenge of maintaining healthy habits, our project is focused on increasing awareness of, and helping to reduce the incidence of, childhood obesity, which has become an epidemic in the U.S. Health experts say that obesity causes serious health complications, shortens life spans and strains our health care system.
Why
Milwaukee Public Television is dedicated to every child’s potential and supports you in growing healthy kids. With its partner organizations, our initiative demonstrates - through programs and television spots, educational and outreach activities, and online resources - our commitment to supporting healthy communities.
