Mobilising communities to tackle childhood obesity
A four-year trial in south west Victoria had a positive impact on takeaway food intake and health related quality of life measures in children.
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Supporting families to give their children a healthy start to school
To help families across Hume and Whittlesea, DPV Health developed a series of short educational videos with practical, evidence-based tips on a range of health topics.
Screening and early detection of oral cancer in the dental setting in Victoria
Oral cancer is on the rise in Victoria. Dental Health Services Victoria is leading a new program which supports health professionals to promote prevention and enable earlier detection.
Fun and engaging ways to get ‘fussy eaters’ eating healthy food
Establishing healthy eating patterns early in a child’s life is central to their health and wellbeing, both now and into the future.
If we want to be healthy we need to keep the planet healthy too
The World Health Organization describes climate change as one of the biggest health challenges of the 21st century.
Creating Active Schools across Victoria
Most children and young people in Victoria are not getting enough physical activity and are missing out on the fun, friendships and health benefits that come with being active.
INFANT is scaling up across Victoria - supporting families with healthy lifestyle behaviours from the start of life
From 2021, all Victorian Local Government Areas (LGAs) will have the opportunity to implement and deliver INFANT (Infant Feeding, Active play and NuTrition).
Engaging the community to create healthier food environments
Learn how Winchelsea Swimming Pool engaged with their local community to make healthy changes to the foods and drinks on offer.