Education and Promotion of Weight Control in School Children of Hong Kong
Education and Promotion of Weight Control in School Children of Hong Kong
The project aims to reduce possible health consequences associated with obesity / underweight situation among children with a holistic approach to educating children, teachers and parents about healthy diet and exercise. It also helps improve the health literacy of parents, teachers, and children, while leveraging a peer coaching approach for sustainable self-support among youth.
Grantee
The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Project Type
Research
Project Nature
Healthcare
Major Beneficiaries
Children and youth
Approved Funding Amount
HK$400,000
Funding Period (months)
24
Status
Active
Impact / Expected Impact
The project will reduce the obesity / underweight situation of youth and children in Hong Kong by a holistic approach including lectures and games. The project will also enable peer-to-peer support to sustain the effects of the intervention.