Volume 11 — November 13, 2014
ORIGINAL RESEARCH
Evolution in Obesity and Chronic Disease Prevention Practice in California Public Health Departments, 2010
| Plans and Policies | No. of Departments | |
|---|---|---|
| Phase I, 2007 (N = 57) | Phase II, 2010 (N = 53) | |
| Obesity and chronic disease prevention plan | 17 | 22 |
| Workplace nutrition and/or physical activity policy | 26 | 31 |
| Employee benefits | 38 | 41 |
Figure. Obesity and chronic disease prevention plans
and policies in local public health departments, by study phase, California
Public Health Departments Obesity and Chronic Disease Prevention Survey,
2007 and 2010.
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