Over the past several decades, children’s physical activity has declined for a number of reasons, including parental concern about children’s safety. Continue reading
Should I Stay Or Should I Go? The Answer Is “Yes”!
The final paper (Farnesi et al., 2019) published from our Should I Stay or Should I Go study rolled off the presses last month, marking the end of one era and the continuation of another.
Decreasing Overweight and Obesity in Children….Really!?
The last 2 decades included growing attention and resources dedicated to addressing overweight and obesity in children. Have these efforts had an impact? In some regions and countries, the answer is ‘yes’! Continue reading
Congratulations, Maryam!
It’s my great pleasure to share news that Maryam Kebbe (PhD Candidate, Dept of Pediatrics, UAlberta) successfully defended her thesis this afternoon! Continue reading
The Business of Academic Publishing
Most people have probably heard the term “publish or perish” as it’s applied to academic research. Continue reading
Oh Henry!
Several recent studies have showed a leveling off or reduction in the prevalence of overweight and obesity in children. Continue reading
Gratitude
It’s been awhile since the last blog post… Continue reading
A Different Kind of Sandwich
When is a sandwich not a sandwich? Continue reading
How to Talk with Patients about Obesity
It’s been awhile between posts, but I thought the article below was a great one to share. Continue reading
Way to go, Andrea!
Congratulations to Andrea Eaton (MSc Candidate, Dept of Pediatrics, UAlberta) for winning a Queen Elizabeth II Graduate Scholarship from the Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research. Continue reading
