School Nutrition
Virg has always a vocal advocate for improving dietary habits of children. As a state legislator, Virg fought for better school nutrition to help tackle juvenile health problems that are dramatically on the rise, such as diabetes and obesity. Specifically, Virg took on the widespread problem of soda machines, which provide sugary drinks laden with high fructose corn syrup to our children.
His advocacy in this area and efforts to raise early public awareness on an issue that receives little public attention earned him recognition from the Michigan Association of Local Public Health.
As Governor, Virg will continue his advocacy of preventive health measures, including reaching out to young people about better nutrition habits before those habits turn into chronic diseases that decrease their quality of life and increase the cost of medical care.