Prevention Research Collaboration: Recent submissions
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Walking to Work in Sydney: Analysis of Journey-to-work Census Data from 2001 and 2011
Published 2013-05-21Walking is the most popular physical activity in Australia, and it is safe and suitable for a broad range of people. Walking to work is one way to incorporate physical activity into the daily routine, and is therefore ...Open AccessReport, Technical -
The Story of the NSW Get Healthy Information and Coaching Service®: An effective population Health Service with Public Health Impact and Reach
Published 2013-05-21In February 2009, the Ministry of Health launched the NSW Get Healthy Information and Coaching Service® (GHS; www.gethealthynsw.com.au), as part of New South Wales’ response to the Australian Better Health Initiative. The ...Open AccessReport, Technical -
Cycling to Work in Sydney: Analysis of Journey-To-Work Census Data from 2001 and 2011.
Published 2013-05-21Increasing the number of commuters who use bicycles to get to work is an essential element of sustainable transport systems in the world’s most livable cities. These analyses examine whether there have been changes in ...Open AccessReport, Technical -
Consumption of fruit and vegetables by children in Australia and NSW: Results from National Surveys in 1995 and 2007. Monitoring Update.
Published 2013-05-20Fruit and vegetables provide multiple health benefits in children and adults, including a likely role in the prevention of excess weight gain. As such, the promotion of fruit and vegetables is included as a core component ...Open AccessReport, Technical -
Weight and weight related behaviours among NSW students from low SES and non-English speaking backgrounds: Secondary analysis of the NSW Schools Physical Activity and Nutrition Survey 2010
Published 2013-05-20The 2010 SPANS survey showed that the prevalence of overweight and obesity among NSW school students has not increased since 2004, stabilizing at 22.8%. The findings reported in the SPANS Full Report also indicate that ...Open AccessReport, Technical