We at the California Endowment have dedicated our organization to creating healthy communities within our state. In doing so, we have sought to broaden the discussion beyond health insurance and access to health care, which capture most media and public attention. True community health is created by a broad spectrum that includes affordability and access to wholesome food; parks and play areas for children, adults and seniors; and public safety so residents feel comfortable in leaving their homes to lead active lives, to name a few. Tolerance, too, plays a key role in fostering healthy communities, and the current H1N1...
