Obesity Health Data
The New Mexico Department of Health recognizes obesity as a growing public health concern in our state. Obesity has been identified as one of five health status priorities for the NM Comprehensive Strategic Health Plan developed in 2004.
In July 2003, the Department successfully obtained CDC funding for a state Obesity, Physical Activity & Nutrition (OPAN) program housed in the Chronic Disease Prevention & Control bureau. These capacity building funds will support the development of a comprehensive New Mexico Plan for Obesity Control and Prevention.
New Mexico's Plan to Promote Healthier Weight
2006 - 2015
- EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
- Introduction
- Summary
- Obesity & Overweight
- Social, Environmental
- Strategic Plan
- Partners
- Evaluation Plan
- Appendix A
- Appendix B - Implementation Plan
- Appendix C - References
- Appendix D - Resources
- FULL DOCUMENT (large - 2.54 MB)
OBESITY, PHYSICAL ACTIVITY, AND NUTRITION (OPAN) PROGRAM GOALS
Prevent and control obesity and related chronic diseases (diabetes, heart disease, arthritis, and some cancers)
Plans and Reports
New Mexico BMI Surveillance Report
Healthy Kids New Mexico: 2010 -2020 A 10 year Plan to Address Childhood Obesity
Trends
Obesity trends in New Mexico by sex
Obesity trends in the US and NM
Overweight trends in NM by sex
Overweight trends in US and NM
Prevalance
Obesity Prevalence in New Mexico
Unhealthy Weight Table
Health and Economic Impact
Current Impact of Obesity in NM
Links and Resources
CDC Overweight and Obesity Website
Mission Statement
Our mission is to support creation of environments (work sites, schools, healthcare settings, & communities) that encourage and facilitate healthful nutrition and physical activity choices and behaviors.
