Principal Investigator:Cameron, Christine Licensed Year(s):2015
2014
2013 Summary:
This study attempts to resolve an apparent contradiction between increasing levels of childhood obesity in the Canadian population and parental reports of high levels of physical activity by their children.
This survey and participant recruitment is one part of a project to determine the validity of parental reports on the physical activity levels of children and young adults between 5 and 19 y...
Principal Investigator:Martin, Jim L Licensed Year(s):20112010
2008
2007 Summary:
The purpose of this project is to reduce/eradicate the incidence of Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI's) through the use of community relevant teaching methods, and promote healthy sexual practices in the context of respectful relationships. Goals include developing a baseline on how STI's are being contracted, developing a public awareness program on STI's and safe sex, training of healthcare ...
Principal Investigator:Hall, Barbara Licensed Year(s):1994
1993
1992 Summary:
Data on health knowledge, skills, attitude and behaviours of children and youth will be gathered by using anonymous questionnaires. These surveys will be administered through the schools to students in grades 4,5,7,8,10 and 11. Teachers and principals will also be principals will be surveyed with regard to the implementation of the NWT School Health program. Researchers from selected communitie...