Early Childhood Obesity Prevention Program

The Early Childhood Obesity Prevention Program (ECOPP) encompasses the Ohio Healthy Programs, the Ohio Healthy Programs for Family Child Care, and Parenting at Mealtime and Playtime.

The Early Childhood Obesity Prevention Program (ECOPP) is a coordinated and comprehensive approach involving families, early childhood education professionals, health professionals, and community organizations working together with consistent messaging and strategies to ensure a sound foundation for health in the future.

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ECOPP is a program within the Early Childhood Health Program.

The Early Childhood Health and Safety section features professional development on topics related to health for early childhood professionals.

Electronic Bulletin Board

The Early Childhood Health Program's electronic bulletin board provides timely one-way communication to early childhood professionals across the state. The email messages include health-related updates, information, training opportunities and other items relevant to early childhood health.

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