Running Free

Over the past several decades, children’s physical activity has declined for a number of reasons, including parental concern about children’s safety.

Should I Stay Or Should I Go? The Answer Is “Yes”!

The final paper (Farnesi et al., 2019) published from our Should I Stay or Should I Go study rolled off the presses last month, marking the end of one era and the continuation of another.

Decreasing Overweight and Obesity in Children….Really!?

The last 2 decades included growing attention and resources dedicated to addressing overweight and obesity in children. Have these efforts had an impact? In some regions and countries, the answer is ‘yes’!

Congratulations, Maryam!

It’s my great pleasure to share news that Maryam Kebbe (PhD Candidate, Dept of Pediatrics, UAlberta) successfully defended her thesis this afternoon!

The Business of Academic Publishing

Most people have probably heard the term “publish or perish” as it’s applied to academic research.

Oh Henry!

Several recent studies have showed a leveling off or reduction in the prevalence of overweight and obesity in children.

Gratitude

It’s been awhile since the last blog post…

A Different Kind of Sandwich

When is a sandwich not a sandwich?

How to Talk with Patients about Obesity

It’s been awhile between posts, but I thought the article below was a great one to share.

Way to go, Andrea!

Congratulations to Andrea Eaton (MSc Candidate, Dept of Pediatrics, UAlberta) for winning a Queen Elizabeth II Graduate Scholarship from the Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research.