A health council initiates weight loss challenge

December 1, 2005

The South Alabama area of the U.S. leads the nation in obesity, which is an alarming factor as far as the health aspect is concerned. To overcome this problem, the area is going to initiate a weight loss challenge. The Jackson Area Chamber of Commerce's Health Council of Jackson is organizing a weight loss incentive program for 2006 and is setting a goal for area residents to lose 2006 pounds as a community by the end of 2006.

The program will start on Jan. 7, 2006 at 9 a.m and those who register to participate will choose a “Weigh Station” location. Participants must be at least 18 years of age to register. Participants can weigh one time per week if they choose, but must weigh at least one time per month. Monthly door prizes will be given away and those taking part in the program can register each time they "weigh in" and one time for each pound lost. The prizes offered in the program will initiate people to work hard for weight loss.

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