American Heart Association Awards Grants to 164 Schools Following 30 Percent Rise in Youth Obesity Rates

The American Heart Association recently awarded grants to 164 schools across 44 states to support initiatives aimed at improving student health and physical activity. This funding follows new research published in the journal *Circulation*, which identifies a significant decline in physical activity among American youth as a primary driver of worsening health outcomes.

The study reports that obesity rates among young people rose by approximately 30% between 1999 and 2023. During that same period, cases of severe obesity increased by 50%. These findings highlight a long-term trend in youth health, prompting the distribution of these grants to schools seeking to implement programs that encourage movement and healthier lifestyles for their students.

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Date: July 17, 2026

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