Why is it important to address obesity in the workplace or community?

Review and critique the “Lean Works!” program;  Building Healthy Texans: A Guide to lower healthcare costs and more productive employees.

 

In your Assignment, discuss the effectiveness of the program. Your paper should follow the format below and address all of the following questions:

 

1)  A brief description of the program; Building Healthy Texans: A Guide to lower healthcare costs and more productive employees.

 

2)  According to the program, why is it important to address obesity in the workplace or community? Provide specific examples if offered in the program. You are encouraged to utilize additional sources beyond those referenced in the program itself.

 

3)  How does the program incorporate other community stakeholders such as healthcare providers, schools, retail outlets, or public health departments to develop effective interventions targeting obesity or healthy changes? Provide examples offered in the program itself