University of Newcastle researchers are warning that overweight fathers are in danger of passing poor health habits to their children.
Obesity and injury are major health burdens on society, and the two are most likely linked, according to a report released today by the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW).
A University of Newcastle researcher is hoping to harness the power of the internet to help fight one of Australia’s biggest public health issues, obesity.
Girls in single-parent families are at higher risk of being overweight or obese than those in dual-parent households, Deakin University health researchers have found.
University of Adelaide research has shown for the first time that obesity directly causes electrical abnormalities of the heart.
New healthy eating and exercise programs, including getting your hands dirty in a community garden and learning to cycle safely are taking off around the country to help combat obesity.
A new Australian study shows that while healthier menu options are now on offer at many fast food restaurants, less than three per cent of customers are actually buying them.
Tobacco, alcohol and junk food companies can't be trusted to educate people about the harm their products can do, a leading social marketing expert says.
The Commonwealth Government today launched its ‘Swap it don’t stop it’ campaign – a call to make easy, small, healthier lifestyle choices to reduce the risk of illness and disease.
Exercise can increase some people's desire to eat high-fat, sugary foods such as doughnuts and prevent them from achieving weight loss goals, a new study shows.
