The Longitudinal Physical Activity And Sedentary Behaviour Of Preschool Children
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$131,181.00
Summary
Eating, play and activity habits become established in the preschool-aged period, and if unhealthy can lead to obesity. The Healthy Beginnings Trial works with first time mothers on positive nutrition and physical activity behaviours. At 2 years it has successfully reduced obesity. Longer term follow-up to five years will allow analysis of predictors of physical activity and screen time in relation to obesity. Qualitative data will help understand parenting in relation to physical activity.
Online Pornography And Sexual Risk Behaviour, Health And Wellbeing: An Evidence-informed And Needs-based Approach To Health Promotion And Sex Education For Young People
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$81,361.00
Summary
Young people have unprecedented access to online pornography. To date, little is known about it's actual impact on sexual risk behaviours, negative or violent attitudes towards women, mental health and body image. There is a need for better evidence about young people’s online pornography usage and its impact on their health and wellbeing, to inform the development of evidenced based health promotion strategies.
Mothers' Sleep In The Postpartum Period: Effects On Safety-sensitive Tasks
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$71,252.00
Summary
Mothers' elevated sleepiness levels in the postpartum period and their exposure to safety-sensitive tasks is a significant issue that requires investigation. Research suggests that elevated sleepiness levels are associated with reduced cognitive and motor performance, which are vital when performing tasks with safety implications. This study will determine whether mothers' risk of injury, due to sleepiness, can be significantly reduced via improved knowledge and an evidence based intervention.
Understanding Current And Future Opportunities To Promote Healthy Maternal Weight During Pregnancy And The Postpartum Period
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$75,620.00
Summary
The PhD will document clinical management of maternal weight gain during and post pregnancy, across a range of antenatal care providers and deliver a nine month pilot intervention study for first time mothers, aimed at reducing post pregnancy weight retention and promoting healthy nutrition and physical activity behaviours. Findings from this PhD will inform important future development of healthy weight interventions across the reproductive years.
Exploring HIV Sexual Risk Behaviours Among ‘hidden’ MSM In Myanmar And Opportunities To Improve Health Through Information Communication Technology (ICT) Platforms
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$92,364.00
Summary
This research will describe sexual risk behaviours and perceptions of HIV vulnerability among 'hidden' MSM in Myanmar. It will characterise their sexual and social networks with both male and female partners, as well as identify barriers to accessing sexual health and HIV testing and support services. This study will also assess the potential for digital technology to deliver sexual health promotion and facilitate service access among hidden MSM in Myanmar.
Being A Father In My New Society: Promoting The Wellbeing Of Fathers From Immigrant And Refugee Backgrounds
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$75,268.00
Summary
Being a father in a new society raises challenges that can impact the mental health and wellbeing of men from migrant and refugee backgrounds. This research will evaluate a program improving access to services, reinforcing social inclusion and supporting men in being accessible, engaged and responsible fathers. This evidence-based program will help health services alleviate sickness for a most vulnerable sector of society and enhance the wellbeing of fathers, their children and their family.
Improving Cardiac Rehabilitation In Victoria, Australia
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$107,204.00
Summary
This PhD project will identify the key mechanisms for successful scale-up and sustainability of a community based diabetes prevention program - the Kerala Diabetes Prevention Program (NHMRC Project ID 1005324). Based in India where diabetes is becoming increasingly common, these findings have global relevance. Findings will add to crucial evidence gaps in how to systematically scale-up effective prevention programs in order to maximise public health impact.
Improving Consumer Knowledge And Access To Health Care
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$110,447.00
Summary
All health care services aim to provide the right care, at the right time in the right place. There is growing evidence to suggest that a person’s ability to obtain and understand basic information about their health condition, defined as their level of health literacy, impacts on how they access health care. This study aims to determine whether health literacy impacts on some people’s decision to utilise emergency department care instead of their general practitioner for non-emergency condition ....All health care services aim to provide the right care, at the right time in the right place. There is growing evidence to suggest that a person’s ability to obtain and understand basic information about their health condition, defined as their level of health literacy, impacts on how they access health care. This study aims to determine whether health literacy impacts on some people’s decision to utilise emergency department care instead of their general practitioner for non-emergency conditions.Read moreRead less