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MI SCR0033
Concurrent Resolution
AI Summary
- Commends the Five Healthy Towns Foundation for its efforts to promote personal and community health and wellness in Michigan
- Recognizes April as National Move More Month and emphasizes that healthy living through nutrition and physical activity prevents chronic diseases including diabetes, heart disease, cancer, and stroke
- Notes that Michigan residents smoke and have obesity rates above the national average, with chronic disease-related costs accounting for approximately 75% of personal and financial health care expenses in the state
- States that Michigan spends more than $13 billion annually in unnecessary health care costs related to smoking and obesity
- Acknowledges the Foundation's work through four Wellness Centers and grassroots coalitions that partner with state agencies and organizations to support healthy choices and community connections
Legislative Description
A concurrent resolution to commend the Five Healthy Towns Foundation on its efforts to cultivate personal and community health and wellness for residents in their service area within the state of Michigan.
Five Healthy Towns Foundation
Last Action
Referred To Committee On Health Policy
4/25/2018
Committee Referrals
Health Policy4/25/2018
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