Food As Medicine Initiative: American Heart Association's New Lobbying Efforts
Food As Medicine Initiative: American Heart Association's New Lobbying Efforts
The American Heart Association has recently hired Lewis-Burke Associates to spearhead lobbying efforts concerning food as medicine. This initiative focuses on the critical integration of healthy foods into healthcare frameworks to help prevent, manage, or treat medical conditions effectively. The prominent lobbyist, Dominique Carter, has a track record as a former assistant director for agricultural sciences at the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy.
Background on Lobbying Strategies
Understanding the significance of food in health management is becoming paramount in public health discourse. Through strategic lobbying, the American Heart Association aims to influence policies that promote healthful eating as a fundamental component of patient care.
Collaborations and Goals
- Strategic partnerships with governmental bodies to foster support for food-related health initiatives.
- Research funding aimed at innovative programs that highlight food's role in treating and preventing health issues.
- Educational outreach to healthcare professionals regarding the benefits of integrating nutrition into their practices.
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