Promoting Healthy Living in South Dakota: South Dakota State University's High Obesity Program

CDC\u2019s High Obesity Program (HOP) promotes healthy eating and active living in counties that have more than 40% prevalence of adult obesity. CDC provides funds to land grant universities that work with communities \u2014mostly in rural areas\u2014whose residents may have less access to healthy foods and fewer opportunities to be physically active. South Dakota State University works with 6 county Extensions and their partners to: \u2022 Create community programs and resources such as community gardens and shared spaces for physical activity. \u2022 Promote farmers\u2019 markets and other healthier retail locations. \u2022 Develop safe places for physical activity like walking and biking paths.201