We’ve all read the headlines. “Fifty-nine million adults are obese.” “Half of all deaths in America can be attributed to preventable exposures like physical inactivity and tobacco use.” “The current generation is the first one that may not outlive its parents.” “Children are being diagnosed with Type II (adult onset) diabetes at an unprecedented rate.” “Health costs related to poor nutrition and physical inactivity cost taxpayers $117 billion in 2002.” But there is good news.
YMCA of the USA, on behalf of the nation’s 2,575 YMCAs, is leading an unprecedented initiative called Activate America™, to help improve the health of all Americans.
YMCAs believe the best way to help the nation get healthier is to bring together all sectors of communities – government, businesses, not-for-profits, schools and media – to identify ways communities can lead healthier lifestyles. Because of our 152-year commitment to uniting communities around healthy spirit, mind and body, no institution is better-positioned than the YMCA, to act as a unifying force in the effort to improve the health and wellness of all Americans. For more information on this exciting program for the community please go to
The YMCA Website
