Research & Evaluation

Goals

Provide valuable state-specific health statistics and data through its statewide surveys.

Develop and maintain an effective evaluation system to use in planning and evaluating all projects overseen, managed, or funded by the Network.

Provide research support to carry out evaluations of specific Network special projects.

Monitor extramural research projects that examine promising areas for technology transfer in nutrition, social marketing, and physical activity.

Another function of the Research and Evaluation Unit is to provide support to staff, partners, and other professionals on research questions about the relationship between fruit and vegetable consumption and chronic disease, determinants of fruit and vegetable consumption, and other related information.

Contact Information

Research & Evaluation Unit
Department of Health Services,
Cancer Prevention and Nutrition Section
1616 Capitol Avenue
PO Box 942732, MS 7204
Sacramento, CA 94234-7320
research@cdph.ca.gov
(916) 449-5400

California Statewide Surveys

The three statewide surveys of diet and physical activity practices among adults, teens, and children are important tools in gauging Californian's progress...

Data Sources

These resource documents contain detailed information about sources of health and nutrition data on California children, adolescents, and adults.

Formative Research

Formative research is the basis for developing effective strategies, including communication channels, for influencing behavior change

Presentations

Resource Links

SAAR Form

Progress report documents now downloadable

Impact Evaluation

CX3

Communities of Excellence in Nutrition, Physical Activity and Obesity Prevention

Topical Research and Evaluation