State-based Physical Activity Program Directory
Features

Introduction Using the Site Using Program Information Keeping Program Information Current Suggesting Improvements to the Site

Introduction

The DNPA State-based Program Directory site provides an inventory of state-based programs designed to promote physical activity. This directory contains two sections for each state: a program inventory and a state profile.   Program Inventory The program inventory lists relevant programs in each state. Although many programs are in place within each state, this inventory includes only those programs involving the state department of health.   State Profile The profile includes a summary of pertinent activities and contact information for each state.

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Using the Site

Use this site to

Search for state-based physical activity programs by State Program name Target population Setting Primary program components Specific text words   Search for programs with evaluation information or product information such as program curricula.   Print search results for future reference.   Display a profile of each state's department of health, including Contact information Links to physical activity-related Web sites in the state Summary of the context, history, and future plans of state physical activity programming The CDC also uses information from the inventory to improve its technical assistance to states and to track physical activity programming.

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Using Program Information

After reviewing information from the program inventory, you can

Exchange ideas about program partners, intervention strategies, program evaluation, and products. Identify strengths and gaps in physical activity programming at the state level. Communicate with other states that have similar programs. Advocate for resources for state-based physical activity programming. These activities can lead to increasingly effective and diverse physical activity programming efforts.

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Keeping Program Information Current

If your state has updated program information, we want to know!   To continue providing current, useful information in the program inventory, we ask that you advise us of additions and changes to the information listed for your state. Please use the Comments and Inquiries page to send your updates.   We will review submissions and add information about programs that meet inclusion criteria to the inventory on a regular basis.

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Suggesting Improvements to the Site

This site was created to enhance the exchange of information and ideas about physical activity programs involving state departments of health. Over time, we envision the site changing and growing to meet evolving needs, perhaps with additional fields or types of programs. We are counting on you to tell us how we can continue to improve this resource!   Please use the Comments and Inquiries page to let us know what would make this site more useful and usable.

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This page last updated April 4, 2002.

United States Department of Health and Human Services
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion
Division of Nutrition and Physical Activity