Evaluation of the Establishment of Clinical Exercise Physiologist role in New Zealand Last Publication Date: 01 Jan 2014 This report is of an evaluation conducted by Universal College of Learning (UCOL), regarding the establishment of the Clinical Exercise Physiologist role in New Zealand. Health…
Residence regulatory inspection summary reports Last Publication Date: 01 Jan 2014 Every year, internal auditors report on the care provided at Child, Youth and Family residences. The reports detail where we’re achieving a high standard, and more…
Evaluation of the 'Don't Let the Sun Get Under Your Skin' campaign Last Publication Date: 01 Jan 2014 The sun safety programme of HPA launched a campaign, ‘Don’t Let the Sun Get Under Your Skin’ (UYS), to promote sun-safe knowledge, attitudes, and behaviours among…
Opinions on banning food advertising to children: In Fact Last Publication Date: 01 Jan 2014 The Health Promotion Agency (HPA) monitors parents and caregivers’ opinions on food marketing to children in the Health and Lifestyles Survey (HLS). Results from the 2012…
Young people’s perceptions of how difficult it would be to quit smoking: In Fact Last Publication Date: 01 Jan 2014 The New Zealand Government has committed to the goal of New Zealand becoming ‘smokefree’ (smoking prevalence of less than 5%) by 2025. To achieve this it…
A validation and norming study of the strengths and difficulties questionnaire in the New Zealand context Last Publication Date: 01 Jan 2014 The B4 School Check (B4SC) is a free health and development check provided for all children as soon as possible after they turn four years old.…
Young people’s perceptions of their parents’ attitudes and rules about smoking: In Fact Last Publication Date: 01 Jan 2014 Young people’s perceptions of parental attitudes and rules about smoking are associated with youth smoking, and these perceptions may be an even stronger influence on youth…
Problem Substance Use Among New Zealand Secondary Schools Students Last Publication Date: 01 Jan 2014 This report explores the health issues and contexts of New Zealand secondary school students who use substances at very high levels. Young people who use substances…
Farmers’ mental health: A review of the literature Last Publication Date: 01 Jan 2014 More than any other developed country, New Zealand's economy, people and environment depend on the success of land-based industries. The agriculture industry is at the core…
The effectiveness of alcohol pricing policies: Reducing harmful alcohol consumption and alcohol-related harm Last Publication Date: 01 Jan 2014 This report investigates the potential impact and effectiveness of a minimum price regime in reducing harmful alcohol consumption. The study was conducted as part of the Government’s…