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An intervention that took place over a school year in low SES schools in Australia among 10 year old students. Primary objectives were to prevent obesity, reduce screen time and maintain physical activity among ten year old students. There was also a focus on encouraging enjoyment of physical activity and on improving specific physical activity skills.
Resource Information
Date
January 1, 2002
Author
Department of Education Victoria: Melbourne
Type
Example/Component
Setting
School
Age
Children (4-11)
Topic
Chronic Disease Prevention, Healthy Weight | Obesity, Physical Activity
Language
English
Jurisdiction
Local/Municipal/Regional, International
Tags
body mass index, childhood obesity, children, chronic disease prevention, physical activity