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Kavitha Cardoza
A Beers Elementary School student enjoys a snack on Salad and Strawberry Day.
In this 5-part series, WAMU 88.5's Kavitha Cardoza explores the growing trend of of childhood obesity.
April 25, 2011
Managing A Child’s Weight Becomes a Family’s Journey
Part 1: Cardoza and Moored hear from a Maryland family about their struggle to understand their young daughter's weight problem.
April 26, 2011
In Obese Children, Researchers Examine Nature vs. Nuture
Part 2: Area researchers discuss what they know about the causes of childhood obesity and how best to treat it.
April 27, 2011
Pediatrician Helps Obese Children Take “Baby Steps”
Part 3: A pediatrician who specializes in childhood obesity talks about how she helps families make changes to improve child health and decrease weight.
April 28, 2011
Healthy Schools: D.C. Tries To Teach Students Good Habits
Part 4: Four out of every 10 D.C. public school students are overweight or obese. The D.C. Council passed the Healthy Schools Act as a way to tackle the problem.
April 29, 2011
For Teens, A Healthier Life is Not Always In Reach
Part 5: The story of one area teen illustrates the obstacles facing obese youth who want to live healthier lifestyles.
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Teens Find The Right Tools For Their Social-Media Jobs
There was a time — a time long, long ago — when MySpace dominated the teen social-media world. Not anymore. NPR's Sami Yenigun looks at how teenagers use various social platforms in today's increasingly segmented online universe.NPR
Obama Would Veto House's Farm Bill, White House Says
The Obama administration says the bill "makes unacceptable deep cuts" to federal food aid programs and extends, rather than cuts, crop insurance payments to farmers.NPR
Obama Would Veto House's Farm Bill, White House Says
The Obama administration says the bill "makes unacceptable deep cuts" to federal food aid programs and extends, rather than cuts, crop insurance payments to farmers.NPR
Teens Find The Right Tools For Their Social-Media Jobs
There was a time — a time long, long ago — when MySpace dominated the teen social-media world. Not anymore. NPR's Sami Yenigun looks at how teenagers use various social platforms in today's increasingly segmented online universe.Leave a Comment
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