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Physical activity is ranked second only to tobacco control in being the most important factor in health promotion and disease prevention in Australia.

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19.06.13 

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Forty inspiring artworks have been shortlisted for the AMES and Multicultural Arts Victoria 2013 Heartlands Refugee Art Prize, including thirty-two refugee artists from Victoria.

13.06.13 

Media releases by topic    Discrimination

A VicHealth phone survey of 601 Victorians, conducted by The University of Melbourne and the Social Research Centre, has revealed 83 per cent think more needs to be done to put a stop to racism, but around one in four did not feel supported to speak up or step in when witnessing a racist incident.

13.06.13 

Opinion pieces - Current

Bystanders can make a real difference to racism in Australia and the health of people who suffer from being the target, writes VicHealth CEO Jerril Rechter in this opinion piece.

28.05.13 

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Study shows nutrition content claims increase perceptions of unhealthy food’s nutritional value and the likelihood of children choosing that product over a healthier one without such claims by 80%.

27.05.13 

Media releases by topic    Social participation

VicHealth’s MOTION projects work in partnership with local communities to provide free, vibrant, and unique ways to get people moving more often, and to meet new people while having fun.

27.05.13 

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Anti-smoking campaigns are one of the most helpful aids in assisting former smokers to stay quit, new Cancer Council Victoria data has revealed.

13.05.13 

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SunSmart, Osteoporosis Australia and Arthritis and Osteoporosis Victoria are joining together to raise awareness around the importance of vitamin D for healthy bones and in the prevention of osteoporosis.

13.05.13 

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Monash City Council today officially launched the Generating Equality and Respect program focusing on the prevention of violence against women.

08.05.13 

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VicHealth and Museum Victoria have launched a fascinating online arts project to challenge racism in the community

06.05.13 

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Victoria Walks highlights focus on pedestrians during UN Global Road Safety Week.