The Healthiest Next Generation Initiative

The Washington Department of Health has recognized that Washington's future is dependent on the health of our children. Governor Jay Inslee launched the "Healthiest Next Generation Initiative" to help make our next generation the healthiest ever. The Healthiest Next Generation Initiative is about helping our children maintain a healthy weight, enjoy active lives and eat well.

States that are making progress in improving the health of children have not found one solution; rather it is taking many solutions, by many people, in the places where children spend their time; in early learning setting...