Gulf County Health Department celebrates Every Kid Healthy Week

This week is Every Kid Healthy Week and local health offices statewide are partnering with schools to host events related to nutrition, physical activity and learning.

Every Kid Healthy Week is an annual observance that shines a spotlight on the great efforts schools are making to improve the health and wellness of their students.

The Florida Department of Health in Gulf County is taking part by hosting educational booth displays at the Port Saint Joe and Wewahitchka Elementary schools to promote and celebrate their school’s wellness achievements.

Educational materials at the booths will include information about nutrition , specifically the 5-2-1-0 campaign, which stands for 5 fruits and vegetables, 2 hours of recreational screen time (or less), 1 hour of physical activity (or more), and zero sugary drinks.

Since the beginning of the school year, Health nurses have promoted the campaign and incorporated a “Healthy Food of the Month” through a variety of fun and interactive means.

Community organizations that would like to join the Gulf County Community Health Improvement Partnership can call 850-227-1276.

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