Recent national statistics estimate 20% of all cancer incidence could be prevented if Americans would modify their eating habits to increase fruit and vegetable intakes. State health agencies (SHAs) are important participants in the national 5 A Day for Better Health Program (which is aimed at increasing fruit and vegetable consumption nationwide). SHAs work collaboratively through established networks for positive public health impact and chronic disease control, including cancer prevention. This presentation, based on a review of state submitted reports and case study research, will describe how important elements of the program: infrastructures, partnerships/coalitions and channels-specific activities were implemented through state 5 A Day initiatives. Findings suggest that states have 1) sustained a commitment to 5 A Day, 2) developed 5 A Day coalition networks, although staff and budget resources are often limited, and 3) used grant resources to build capacity, conduct 5 A Day activities, and learn how to compete for grant monies. Implications of these findings for future programming and research will be discussed.
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Keywords: Food and Nutrition,
Presenting author's disclosure statement:
Organization/institution whose products or services will be discussed: None
I do not have any significant financial interest/arrangement or affiliation with any organization/institution whose products or services are being discussed in this session.