Search Research Update:

This quarterly publication summarizes recent research in physical activity and health promotion in a brief, easy-to-understand format. Some of the researchers and organizations who contribute are:

• Research Affiliates and Research Associates of the Alberta Centre for Active Living
• PANDA (Physical Activity and Nutrition for Diabetes in Alberta) Research Project
• SPHERU (Saskatchewan Population Health and Evaluation Research Unit)

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June 2010 Vol. 21 No. 2	Complete Issue [pdf, 11KB] Community Leaders' Perspectives on Building Healthier Neighbourhoods in urban settings Using Motivational Interviewing to Encourage People with Diabetes to Increase Physical Activity June 2010 References
March 2010 Vol. 17 No. 1	Complete Issue [pdf, 10KB] Healthy Hearts: Physical Activity, Fitness & Obesity in Alberta Youth Examining the Prevalence of Today's Chronic Diseases - How Did We Get Here? March 2010 references
December 2009 Vol. 16 No. 4	Complete Issue [pdf, 10KB] Addressing Aboriginal Women's Body Image Through a School-university Partnership December 2009 References