SHAQ’S BIG CHALLENGE – Childhood obesity is a fast-growing epidemic in the U.S. – obese children face a shorter lifespan due to weight-related illnesses such as increased risk of heart disease and diabetes. But hope has arrived for America’s children. Shaquille O’Neal, a four-time NBA champion and a role model to millions, is on a quest to battle this scourge and help kids across America live more healthfully. His new series, “Shaq’s Big Challenge,” will debut TUESDAY, JUNE 26 (9:00-10:00 p.m., ET) on the ABC Television Network and is produced by RDF USA (“Wife Swap”). (ABC/ANGELO CAVALLI)
CARLON COLKER, MD, SHAQUILLE O’NEAL