Welcome!

Welcome to the East Carolina University (ECU) - University Health Systems of Eastern Carolina (UHS) Pediatric Healthy Weight Research and Treatment Center (PHWRTC).

On this site you will find information about our research, community involvement and clinical programs, including how to make referrals to our Pediatric Healthy Weight clinic. You can also access links to local, regional, state and national information and data related to childhood obesity, nutrition, and physical activity.

We hope the site is helpful as you look for resources and strategies to combat childhood obesity in eastern North Carolina, our state and our country.

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News

Pre-School Food Guide Pyramid
The U.S.D.A. has developed a new web site and materials for parents and caregivers of pre-school age children to help them better meet their children's nutritional needs. The web site includes a Food Guide Pyramid tailored to children ages 2-5, interactive tools and tips on encouraging physical activity. To visit the site, click here.

Save the Date!
Mark your calendar for the 6th Annual Pediatric Healthy Weight Summit to be held on Friday, March 27, 2009 in Greenville, NC. The topic will be Developing Healthy Communities through Policy and Environmental Change.