Link found between use of dating apps and eating disorders
People who use dating apps appear to have substantially higher odds of having eating disorders compared with those who don’t use the apps, according to a new study from Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. The researchers…
Community-wide effort to fight childhood obesity shows promise
For immediate release: June 27, 2017 Key Takeaways: After a two-year comprehensive effort to reduce childhood obesity in two low-income communities in Massachusetts, the prevalence of obesity decreased among some schoolchildren; some students drank less sugar-sweetened beverages and…
Kirsten Davison, Lisa Berkman honored at annual Alice Hamilton Award lecture
Kirsten Davison outlined two potential approaches for improving childhood heath and preventing obesity during the seventh annual Alice Hamilton Award lecture on May 10, 2017, at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health.
Cyber biking at school boosts children’s classroom behavior
Riding a stationary bike at school while viewing a computerized screen featuring a video game or a simulated trail ride appears to help children with behavioral problems stay calmer in the classroom, according to new research led by…
Parents helping parents to fight obesity in preschoolers
Program in Boston-area Head Start centers to reach thousands August 9, 2016 -- When fast food joints are on every corner and fruits and vegetables are costly at the local market, how can parents make sure their children…
Innovation through collaboration
Harvard Catalyst fosters relationships across the University June 26, 2014 — Fathers tend not to be included in research on how kids are fed at home, despite increasing evidence that men are contributing more time to the daily…
