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This Action Guide is intended to help local public health agencies and community partners identify strategies and action steps that will assist them in collaborating with schools as partners to increase physical activity, improve nutrition and implement comprehensive health education for students.
9) Obesity and physical inactivity in Colorado: demographic characteristics and regional distribution
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As of 2011, more than 1 million Coloradans were considered obese. Obesity can be caused by several factors including genetics, metabolism, personal behaviors, culture, and socioeconomic status. Recent studies have shown that obesity rates in rural areas are often higher than urban areas in the U.S. 5 Rural areas in Colorado have been associated with a number of disparities in health and access to health services, including higher rates of motor vehicle...
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Mental health is a persistent issue in El Paso County and affects children of all ages. Poor mental health in early childhood can have a negative impact on cognitive, social, emotional and physical development. For older children, poor mental help may impact school performance and relationships with family and friends.