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Two IPAN researchers share how they are working to improve the quality of life for people with cancer for World Cancer Day (4 Feb 2020).
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Move more, sit less: How Transform-Us! can improve children’s health and learning
In a new year of a new decade, it’s a great time for a new approach to children’s learning. Evidence shows that active children have better brain and mental health.
Back to school: managing screen time at home
Our kids are more connected than ever before, with smartphones, smart watches, tablets and laptops an increasing part of everyday life. But too much screen time can have a negative impact on children’s physical and psychosocial health and wellbeing, as well as their academic outcomes. Here are some ideas to help manage your family's screen time.
How parents can boost their child’s motor skills, right from infancy
A new study provides tips for parents to encourage their children's motor skill development.
When tree houses become screen houses
A new Australian study has found a staggering 85% of parents said they would reduce their child’s screen time upon hearing that the risks include poor mental health and adverse impacts on their child’s future health.
Physical activity targets must change to optimise mental health
Global physical activity targets must change to ensure they have the best impact on mental as well as physical health.
World-first Deakin study pinpoints best exercises to beat back pain
A world-first analysis compared 89 studies that examined a range of back pain treatments.
From senior cit to senior fit: Gym trial puts weight behind active bones
Community exercise programs could be key to helping Australia's ageing population maintain bone and muscle health, while busting common misconceptions about the type of exercise best for older adults.
Middle-age critical for brain health in later years – Dementia Action Week
Dr Helen Macpherson is examining the potential for lifestyle factors such as diet and exercise to reduce dementia risk.
Women’s Health Week: simple tips to improve your wellbeing
In celebration of Women’s Health Week, we asked some of our leading female researchers to share their best women’s health tip in their field of expertise.
Healthy active learning at school
Inactivity is one of the leading contributors to chronic disease – yet almost three out of four primary school-aged children are not getting enough physical activity in their day.
Deakin mega-study shows sitting not so bad for back pain
In good news for those with desk jobs, a new Deakin University mega-study into the causes of back pain has found no association between prolonged sitting and lower back...