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There are many barriers that reduce or stop women and girls from being active. The ‘fear of judgement’ is one such barrier common to all life stages. While this issue is complex, the good...
Research and publications
1 min read
29 Mar 2019
https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/news-publications/research-publications/females-and-physical-activity
VicHealth has a history of working in gender equality in recognition of its health and wellbeing benefits for women and girls.For close to two decades, we have delivered initiatives to support the...
Research and publications
5 min read
19 Feb 2021
https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/news-publications/research-publications/gender-equality-health-and-wellbeing
What does it mean to be a man in Australia? Research shows that the pressure on men to follow outdated stereotypes of masculinity is contributing to their anxiety, depression, risky drinking and...
Research and publications
8 min read
14 Oct 2022
https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/news-publications/research-publications/masculinities-and-health
Building the Business Case: Healthier food & drink policiesAt VicHealth we acknowledge that the daily diets we consume are influenced by the environments in which we live, work and play. While...
Research and publications
8 min read
17 Jul 2018
https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/news-publications/research-publications/healthy-choice-easy-choice
As part of VicHealth's This Girl Can campaign, we've put together this practical guide to give you advice, suggestions, hints and tips to help more women and girls in your local area to get...
Research and publications
1 min read
8 Mar 2023
https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/news-publications/research-publications/helping-women-and-girls-get-active
Your body needs 1-2g of salt per day to function. Learn more about monitoring your salt intake with this resource. This content was developed in partnership with the Heart Foundation as...
Research and publications
4 min read
25 Jun 2021
https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/news-publications/research-publications/how-much-salt-should-i-eat
The Kids in Communities Study aims to investigate the community or neighbourhood level factors that affect child development (based on the Australian Early Development Index, a population of measure...
Research and publications
1 min read
26 Sep 2022
https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/news-publications/research-publications/kids-communities-study
VicHealth research comparing the impact of the first and second wave of the coronavirus pandemic on the health and wellbeing of Victorians.Key messages This research report is the...
Research and publications
4 min read
25 Nov 2020
https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/news-publications/research-publications/vichealth-coronavirus-victorian-wellbeing-impact-study
Some people face greater barriers than others to enjoying a healthy life. That’s why VicHealth has a focus on health equity throughout our work. Download: VicHealth Health Equity Strategy...
Research and publications
3 min read
5 Aug 2019
https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/resources/vichealth-strategies/vichealth-health-equity-strategy-2019-2023
Health promotion research is essential for understanding the factors that drive preventable disease and informing the design of interventions that are needed to prevent illness and promote...
Research and publications
3 min read
5 Aug 2019
https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/resources/vichealth-strategies/vichealth-research-strategy-2019-2023
Artwork by Dexx (Gunditjmara/Boon Wurrung) ‘Mobs Coming Together’ 2022
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Artwork Credit: Dexx (Gunditjmara/Boon Wurrung) ‘Mobs Coming Together’ 2022, acrylic on canvas. Learn more about this artwork.