We recently read this Forbes article about the importance of collaboration when it comes to addressing complicated health issues, like obesity.  The author – Hank Cardello, a senior fellow at The Hudson Institute, where he directs the Obesity Solutions Initiative – makes clear points about the importance of government, businesses, community leaders and families coming together to make a difference.

Here’s an excerpt from the column:

“Complex societal problems like childhood obesity demand practical, multifaceted solutions, involving both the public and private sectors, and we can’t afford to kick Big Business and its marketing resources out of the tent…Business has to be part of the solution to any vexing public health or societal problem. Attacking companies and threatening their income only slows progress.”

When you have a few minutes, check out the full article by clicking here.  And let us know what you think in the comments section, or on Facebook and Twitter!