A new American Academy of Pediatrics policy statement implores doctors to work with families and communities to curb the obesity epidemic - especially through school programs. Some of the ways in which doctors are being asked to help is to actively work with the schools to institute healthy lunch programs, develop wellness policies, and institute compulsory physical activity programs.
Doctors are also being called upon to work with parents in checking children's weight regularly and suggesting healthy lifestyle habits, such nutritious diet and regular exercise.