Prevention Research Center on Nutrition and Physical Activity
Working with communities to improve nutrition and physical activity and advance health equity.
Landmark Center/401 Park
401 Park Drive
4th floor West
Boston, MA 02215
News
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STUDY: Use of Evidence-Based Interventions to Promote Healthy Weight, Nutrition, and Physical Activity in Community Health Improvement Plans from Large Local Health Departments
A new study identifies evidence-based healthy weight, nutrition, and physical activity strategies related to obesity prevention in large local health department Community Health Improvement Plans. Abstract We sought to identify…
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STUDY: Safe streets for some: A review of local active transportation responses across the U.S. during the COVID-19 pandemic
A new study contrasts 51 US cities’ responses to the COVID-19 pandemic, namely street reallocation criteria and messaging related to physical activity and active transportation during the early months of…
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HPRC Quarterly Highlights: Q1 2023
2023 has been off to a great start for the HPRC! We’re continuing to advance our Center’s mission through our core research work with the Massachusetts Department of Public Health…
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New Resource: Fact Sheet on Movement Breaks in the Classroom
The team at the Prevention Research Center on Nutrition and Physical Activity and the CHOICES Project team, along with input from key partners, is excited to publish a new fact…
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New Resource: Fact Sheet on Sugary Drink Consumption
The team at the Prevention Research Center on Nutrition and Physical Activity and the CHOICES Project team, along with input from key partners, is excited to publish a new fact…
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Dr. Steve Gortmaker to Present on NIH Prevention in Focus Webinar 1/19
As part of the National Institutes of Health Office of Disease Prevention’s Prevention in Focus webinar series, Dr. Steve Gortmaker will present on January 19, 2023 at 12:00pm Eastern about…
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STUDY: Perceptions of Water Safety and Tap Water Taste and Their Associations With Beverage Intake Among U.S. Adults
A new study examines differences in perceptions of tap water and bottled water safety and tap water taste and their associations with plain water and sugar-sweetened beverage intake. Abstract ObjectivesExamine…
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COMMENTARY: How WIC Can Help Enhance Water Security for At-Risk Populations
A new commentary highlights the importance of partnering with organizations with established relationships with families who are vulnerable to unsafe drinking water, like the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women,…
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2022: Year in Review
As 2022 comes to a close, our team is reflecting on the many accomplishments we’ve had this year. From progress with local partners in our core research project and success…
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New Resource: Fact Sheet on Low- and No-Calorie Sweetened Drinks
The team at the Prevention Research Center on Nutrition and Physical Activity and the CHOICES Project team, along with input from key partners, is excited to publish a new fact…
