Health Inequities Harm U.S. Competitiveness, Economic Strength and National Security; Eliminating Them Should Be a National Priority, Says Scientific Panel
An RWJF-commissioned report spotlights nine community-driven solutions from across the U.S. and recommends steps for all sectors to help build momentum. (Source: RWJF - News Releases)
Source: RWJF - News Releases - January 11, 2017 Category: Health Management Authors: Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Tags: Social Determinants of Health Health Disparities Source Type: news

Poll: Gap Between Parent And Expert Views Of The Quality Of U.S. Child Care
An NPR, RWJF, and Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health poll suggests a major gap between parents’ and research experts’ assessments of the quality of child care in the United States. (Source: RWJF - News Releases)
Source: RWJF - News Releases - October 17, 2016 Category: Health Management Authors: Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Tags: Family and Social Support Early Childhood Development National Children (0-5 years) Source Type: news

Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Awards Seven Communities the 2016 RWJF Culture of Health Prize
The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation announced the seven communities selected to receive the 2016 RWJF Culture of Health Prize. The winning communities were chosen from a group of nearly 200 applicants. (Source: RWJF - News Releases)
Source: RWJF - News Releases - September 14, 2016 Category: Health Management Authors: Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Tags: Public and Community Health Source Type: news

Risa Lavizzo-Mourey Stepping Down as President and CEO of Robert Wood Johnson Foundation
Under the leadership of Risa Lavizzo-Mourey, RWJF has taken on bold health initiatives—from reversing America's childhood obesity epidemic to advancing the movement to build a national Culture of Health. (Source: RWJF - News Releases)
Source: RWJF - News Releases - September 13, 2016 Category: Health Management Authors: Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Source Type: news

Risa Lavizzo-Mourey Stepping Down as President and CEO of Robert Wood Johnson Foundation
Under the leadership of Risa Lavizzo-Mourey, MD, MBA, the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation has taken on bold health initiatives - from reversing America's childhood obesity epidemic to advancing the movement to build a national Culture of Health. (Source: RWJF - News Releases)
Source: RWJF - News Releases - September 13, 2016 Category: Health Management Authors: Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Source Type: news

New Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Leadership Programs Launch
More than 150 participants across multiple fields and professions selected to join four new leadership programs designed to help build a Culture of Health in the United States. (Source: RWJF - News Releases)
Source: RWJF - News Releases - September 12, 2016 Category: Health Management Authors: Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Tags: Health Leadership Development Source Type: news

2016 RWJF Sports Award Winners Announced: Doug Flutie, Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment, and InnerCity Weightlifting
Each year, the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation awards organizations for their innovative and influential approaches to using sports to build a Culture of Health in their communities. (Source: RWJF - News Releases)
Source: RWJF - News Releases - September 7, 2016 Category: Health Management Authors: Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Tags: Public and Community Health Source Type: news

New Report Finds Adult Obesity Rates Decreased in Four States
The 2016 State of Obesity report marks the first time in a decade that any states have experienced decreases in adult obesity—aside from a decline in Washington, D.C. in 2010. (Source: RWJF - News Releases)
Source: RWJF - News Releases - September 1, 2016 Category: Health Management Authors: Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Tags: Childhood Obesity Disease Prevention and Health Promotion Source Type: news

RWJF Statement on AHA Guidance for Children's Intake of Added Sugars
The Foundation commends the American Heart Association for establishing specific guidance concerning children’s intake of added sugars. (Source: RWJF - News Releases)
Source: RWJF - News Releases - August 22, 2016 Category: Health Management Authors: Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Tags: Childhood Obesity Source Type: news

Poll: More Than Four in Ten Working Adults Think Their Work Impacts Their Health
An NPR, Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, and Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health poll finds that more than four in 10 working adults say their current job has an impact on their overall health. (Source: RWJF - News Releases)
Source: RWJF - News Releases - July 11, 2016 Category: Health Management Authors: Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Tags: Social Determinants of Health National Adults (19-64 years) Source Type: news

RWJF Statement On the Proposed Regulations on Merit-Based Incentive Payment System
RWJF comments on the proposed regulations on Merit-Based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) for MIPS eligible clinicians or groups under the physician fee schedule (PFS) as provided in the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act (MACRA) of 2015. (Source: RWJF - News Releases)
Source: RWJF - News Releases - June 23, 2016 Category: Health Management Authors: Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Tags: Health Care Cost and Value Source Type: news

Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Announces 2016 Sports Award Finalists
The 2016 Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Sports Award announces its 12 finalists. The award recognizes innovative and influential approaches to using sports to make communities healthier places to live. (Source: RWJF - News Releases)
Source: RWJF - News Releases - May 25, 2016 Category: Health Management Authors: Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Tags: Public and Community Health Source Type: news