Obesity

Overweight and obesity are now public health concerns for most of the countries including USA (see CDC & report). myCHOIS or Maternity and Childhood Obesity Informatics System has been developed by DCGroup to address this issue. READ MORE

Also see NIH site on Obesity Research and learn more on its Strategic Plan.

School Health

DCGroup is engaged in developing software tools for the School Health Programs, termed SHIP, for School Health Informatics Program. Such a tool was earlier deployed for the Illinois Department of Public Health for monitoring the health status of IL school children. READ MORE

Also, check HERE for Risk Assessment among teenagers.

Physical Education

Physical activity has a significant role in preventive medicine. In partnership with others, DCGroup is engaged in addressing Overweight & Obesity by providing appropriate tools for fitness test that are supported by physical education & training. READ MORE

See the most recent Physical Activity Guidelines and the Note. Also see NCPAD for disabled

Nutrition

Proper nutrition (see, health.gov and MedlinePlus  is an important component of the intervention program for treating at-risk and obese children. MyCHOIS is designed to provide tools and information for intelligent choice of diet. READ MORE

See the most recent Nutrition Guidelines , resources , and the related articles. Also see Choose My Plate from USDA and Project LEAN  of California

Oral Health

DCGroup is engaged in developing Dental Health Informatics Program. Such a tool was earlier deployed for Smile Healthy in IL, an organization dedicated to work with the community to meet the oral health needs of underserved children by focusing on preventive care, treatment and education to provide a lifetime of excellent oral health.

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