2006
Department of Health and Community Services (2006)
Nutrition and Physical Activity Program Action Plan 2007-2012.
Casuarina, NT: Department of Health and Community Services
The Northern Territory Nutrition and Physical Activity Action Plan 2007-2012 follows on the Northern Territory Food and Nutrition Policy - Action Plan 2001-2006 and continues the practical implementation of the Northern Territory Food and Nutrition Policy 1996 and the 5 Year Strategic Vision Improved nutritional status and health of Territorians. The primary target groups for nutrition interventions outlined in this action plan are:
- women of child bearing age
- children under five years
- school aged children
- Indigenous people, particularly in remote communities
Priority areas outlined in the report include:
- maternal and child nutrition
- nutrition during pregnancy and breastfeeding
- nutrition of children under five years
- nutrition of school aged children
- food supply
- availability, affordability and adequate consumption of core foods in remote communities
- commercial and non-commercial food services
- fruit and vegetable consumption
- participation in regular physical activity
- healthy weight for all
- prevention and management of chronic disease
The main role of the NPA team in the implementation of the Nutrition and Physical Activity Action Plan 2006-2011 is in capacity building through:
- training
- support
- communication and networking
- promotion and advocacy
- monitoring and surveillance
Australian Indigenous HealthInfoNet abstract
Queensland Public Health Forum (2006)
Be Active Queensland 2006-2010: a framework for health sector action for physical activity in Queensland.
Brisbane: Queensland Health
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