In 2012, the National Institute of Health launched the “We Can! (Ways to Enhance Children’s Activity & Nutrition)” initiative to help children stay at a healthy weight by encouraging healthy eating, increased physical activity, and reduced time in front of a television or computer screen. In support of this initiative, BAPS Charities hosted Children’s Health and Safety Day across North America and spread the message of healthy living to children and their families to help curb obesity and promote healthy eating habits from the early years of childhood. BAPS Charities’ volunteers worked in tandem with local pediatricians, nutritionists, dentists, and nurses to teach children about hygiene, healthy living, and physical activity.
| Center | Birmingham, AL |
| Date |
August 18, 2012 |
| Time | 11:00 am – 2:00 pm |
| No. of Participants | 50 |
| No. of Healthcare professionals & specialists |
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| List of Services provided |
Freebies for All Children:
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| Opinions |
I enjoyed getting in the fire truck and learned so much today! I got to push police car siren, that was so much fun and the policeman taught me a lot. |
