Louisiana's Overall Grade for 2008: D
The overall grade for this first annual report card suggests a poor outlook for the health of children and youth in Louisiana.  However, this first comprehensive look at the status of physical activity and health provides an important benchmark from which to provide recommendations to improve the grade and to track our progress into the future.

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Development of the Report Card
The development of this report card was guided by a Research Advisory Committee, composed of scientists and professionals who collaborated on the selection of indicators and the assignment of grades.

View the 2008 Advisory Committee
 
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