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Little exercise but lots of screen time for kids with weight issues – In the News
A new study from the University of Auckland-based Liggins Institute has found that children and teenagers struggling with weight issues […]
Continue readingChildhood risk factors predict future economic burden – Expert Reaction
US researchers using data from Dunedin’s longitudinal study say it is possible to predict in early childhood the segment of […]
Continue readingObese children at risk of serious illness – In the News
Researchers at the University of Auckland studying obese Kiwi kids have found early warning signs that the children are at […]
Continue readingCall for tighter rules on advertising food to kids – In the News
Researchers at the University of Auckland say New Zealand should adopt stricter criteria to stop the advertising of unhealthy foods […]
Continue readingTrampoline injuries bounce up in spring – in the News
Trampoline-related injuries drop in the winter but bounce back in spring, finds a New Zealand study. The research, published today […]
Continue readingSmoking on NZ television – Expert reaction
It might be time to consider an ‘R’ rating for TV shows that depict smoking, say the authors of research […]
Continue readingVideo games and aggression in children – experts respond
Time spent playing violent video games may be linked to aggressive thoughts and behavior in children, according to a new […]
Continue readingStudy describes life for new New Zealanders
The latest report from the The Growing up in New Zealand longitudinal study has revealed a wealth of information about […]
Continue readingActive video games good for overweight kids – NZ Herald
A recent New Zealand study has examined the effects of playing ‘active’ video games, finding that the exercise component of […]
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