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Children score D- for physical activity as experts fear health crisis looms
The latest national report card on children's physical activity shows young Australians are not moving enough and experts worry that sedentary living patterns established in childhood will increase the risk of poor health outcomes in later life.
Time for a tech break?
Don’t let your phone dominate your life. Here are five good reasons to switch off on the National Day of Unplugging this Friday, 4 March.
World-first program expands interstate to transform primary and secondary school classrooms
After a decade of research, a revolutionary school program is set to expand into interstate and secondary schools to improve the mental and physical health of more children and teens by keeping them active throughout all levels of education.
Lockdowns meant long hours of screen time and less activity for families
Screen time behaviour among Australian families changed dramatically during last year’s COVID lockdown with children spending almost 27 more hours each week on their screens, a new study has found.
Australians tell us what they want in parks and playgrounds
A major national study into suburban parks and playgrounds has identified a wish-list of features that meet the needs of various user groups.
My Baby Now App
A new app helping parents and caregivers cut through conflicting information.
How does exercise training reduce pain?
We’re often told that exercise is good therapy for chronic pain. While evidence shows this to be true, a new study by IPAN researchers has revealed surprising findings about placebo treatments.
Preventing falls in older adults
Evidence shows that exercise and nutrition interventions can manage the risk of older adults suffering falls. IPAN experts explain how.
Active breaks help children think better and manage their behaviour
In a world first finding, Deakin researchers have discovered that short active breaks in the classroom improve children's brain functioning and impulse control.
Combining lifestyle behaviours to explore obesity risk in school-aged children
Studying the combined impact of different lifestyle behaviours of children could be the key to a better understanding of overweight and obesity.
Influences on physical activity and screen time among new mums at risk of depression
What stops mums at risk of postnatal depression from being physically active and limiting screen time? IPAN researchers have explored these influences and tell us how new mums can be more active to improve their mental health.