Nutrition and Physical Activity
State Physical Activity and Nutrition (SPAN) Program
Preventing chronic disease through nutritious foods and safe physical activity
Wisconsin State Physical Activity and Nutrition (SPAN) program focuses on preventing chronic diseases like heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and stroke. The program helps communities create safer places to be active and make nutritious foods easier to find and choose. By partnering with community-based organizations, local and Tribal health departments, and state partners, we support changes that help people live healthier lives.
Physical Activity
Plans and policies can make everyday movement—walking or biking to school, work, parks, or neighborhood shops—safer and easier for everyone.
Nutrition
Food banks and pantries, retailers, and food service, can implement approaches that make nutritious foods easier for families to find and afford.
Breastfeeding
Supportive polices, practices, and environments can help families with feeding and caring for their babies, starting in pregnancy and continuing after birth.
Early Care and Education (ECE)
Early care and education programs can make nutritious food and physical activity part of children's daily routines.
Contact us
For additional information about SPAN programs contact:
Stef Bugasch
Physical Activity and Nutrition Program Coordinator
Stefanie.Bugasch@dhs.wisconsin.gov