An interview with Dr. Laurie Whitsel, Vice President of Policy Research and Translation for the American Heart Association
I think it is going to add sophistication to our physical activity policy and strategic agenda, because I think when everybody knows what everybody is working on, it lifts all boats, and I think that is our goal here.
Dr. Laurie Whitsel
Translating science into policy/action
Challenges in translation
Making science and research relevant for policymakers
Investing in resources to get people physically active
Reconciling timeframe for value on investment
Creation of the Physical Activity Alliance
A unified voice for physical activity advocacy
Development of a physical activity advocacy strategy
Physical activity advocacy as a team effort
Promising developments around worksite wellness
Impact of COVID-19 on agenda and priorities
Chronic disease as a COVID-19 risk factor
Integrating physical activity and healthcare
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