As most Americans are aware, the Obama family is vacationing this week on Martha's Vineyard. As summer winds down, it is tempting to sit back, relax, and enjoy the last days of the summer. However, as we have reached a critical point in the health care reform process, it is no time to take a vacation from advocating for prevention. It would be easy to just follow the news on health care reform, its trials and tribulations, and let others decide on the best plan for America. I found one article in particular troubling - Young Obama Backers AWOL from Health Care Fight. As a specific sector with interest in health care reform, the health and fitness industry needs to make sure health, wellness, and prevention are represented in the promised reform. The nation cannot afford to leave prevention out of the health care equation -our collective waistline is expanding every minute. Was your voice heard? Did you tell your story? It is not too late!
Congressional members are still on August recess in their home states, as close and approachable as they will ever be! Now is the time to schedule a meeting with your local Congressional representatives and ask for their support of the WHIP and PHIT Acts. Or, send an email.
Now, take a nap on the beach. You deserve it!
- Rosemary Lavery
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