Calls to Action and Public Health Agendas
Current policies, calls to action, legislative position statements, guidelines, and public health agendas from various OAAA members and government agencies.
Calls to Action and Public Health Agendas
- OA Action Alliance
- National Public Health Agenda for Osteoarthritis (2010)
- Environmental and Policy Strategies to Increase Physical Activity for Adults with Arthritis (2012 report)
- Physical Activity Implementation Guide – Guiding 6 key public sectors to encourage and improve access to physical activity for adults with arthritis through effective environmental and policy strategies (online companion to 2012 report above)
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
- National Association of Chronic Disease Directors
- National Physical Activity Plan – The 2016 Plan is a comprehensive set of policies, programs, and initiatives designed to increase physical activity in all segments of the U.S. population. The Plan aims to foster a national culture that supports physically active lifestyles. Its ultimate purpose is to improve health, prevent disease and disability, and enhance quality of life.
- Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans – Providing science-based guidance to help Americans ages 6 and older maintain or improve their health through regular physical activity. (2008 Guidelines)
- American Dietetic Association: ADA President’s Message RE: CMS Coverage for Intensive Behavioral Counseling for Obesity – Read the 2011 letter!
- Shape Up America! Urges HHS to Classify Obesity Counseling and Treatment as Essential Health Benefits – 2011 Press release
- Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2015-2020 – The 2015–2020 Dietary Guidelines is designed to help Americans eat a healthier diet. Intended for policymakers and health professionals, this edition of the Dietary Guidelines outlines how people can improve their overall eating patterns — the complete combination of foods and drinks in their diet.
- Arthritis Foundation: The Arthritis Foundation is working to conquer this debilitating disease and make a positive impact on the lives of people with arthritis, pushing for policies and laws that make health care more accessible