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Leveraging Indigenous Peoples’ foods and botanicals to improve health, social wellbeing, cultural identity and economic self-determination 利用土著人民的食物和植物来改善健康、社会福利、文化认同和经济自决。

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Australian and New Zealand Journal of Public Health Pub Date : 2026-04-01 Epub Date: 2026-03-17 DOI: 10.1016/j.anzjph.2025.100311

Luke B. Williams , Jacob Birch , Caroline Deen , Hamish MacDonald , Veronica Matthews , Brett Rowling , Alana Gall

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Improving the fresh fruit and vegetable supply in rural Australia: A systematic scoping review of interventions 改善新鲜水果和蔬菜供应在农村澳大利亚：干预措施的系统范围审查。

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Australian and New Zealand Journal of Public Health Pub Date : 2026-04-01 Epub Date: 2026-03-06 DOI: 10.1016/j.anzjph.2026.100313

Erin Robson , Katherine Cullerton , Megan Ferguson , Cherie Russell

{"title":"Improving the fresh fruit and vegetable supply in rural Australia: A systematic scoping review of interventions","authors":"Erin Robson , Katherine Cullerton , Megan Ferguson , Cherie Russell","doi":"10.1016/j.anzjph.2026.100313","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.anzjph.2026.100313","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Objective</h3><div>Fresh fruits and vegetables are integral to a healthy and sustainable diet. However, fresh produce is inequitably more expensive, less available and of poorer quality in rural Australia, compared with that of metropolitan locations. Reasons include costs associated with transporting food long distances and reduced competition. We aimed to identify interventions or proposals to improve the supply of fresh fruit and vegetables in rural Australia.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>Using a systematic scoping review, we searched peer-reviewed databases, web searches and the Australian Indigenous HealthInfoNet in August 2022.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>Shortening food supply chains (e.g. food hubs) was the most frequent recommendation to improve both the efficiency and resilience of the food supply chain (n=17), followed by improving freight processes (e.g. creating local buying groups; n=6) and promoting the role of governments (e.g. linking government departments with local interest holders; n=5). Only six of the 37 interventions have been implemented. Critical analysis of the interventions was limited, with only one intervention having been evaluated.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusions</h3><div>The interventions identified could facilitate increased intake of fresh fruit and vegetables in rural locations in Australia, contributing to a reduction in diet-related chronic disease.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":8620,"journal":{"name":"Australian and New Zealand Journal of Public Health","volume":"50 2","pages":"Article 100313"},"PeriodicalIF":2.4,"publicationDate":"2026-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147368961","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Reviewing the messaging of Australian food-based dietary guidelines—an opportunity 回顾澳大利亚以食物为基础的饮食指南——这是一个机会。

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Australian and New Zealand Journal of Public Health Pub Date : 2026-04-01 Epub Date: 2026-04-08 DOI: 10.1016/j.anzjph.2026.100321

Carrie K. Wong , Robyn Delbridge , Annie-Claude Lassemillante , Serene Yoong , Margaret Murray

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Associating geospatially assessed walkability with population health physical activity indicators from urban and regional settings: A case study from Tasmania, Australia 从城市和区域环境将地理空间评估的步行性与人口健康身体活动指标联系起来：来自澳大利亚塔斯马尼亚的案例研究。

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Australian and New Zealand Journal of Public Health Pub Date : 2026-04-01 Epub Date: 2026-03-31 DOI: 10.1016/j.anzjph.2026.100316

Sharon L. Campbell , Valery Fuh-Ngwa , Alan Both , Melanie Davern , Kim Jose , Anna Timperio , Kate Garvey , Verity Cleland

{"title":"Associating geospatially assessed walkability with population health physical activity indicators from urban and regional settings: A case study from Tasmania, Australia","authors":"Sharon L. Campbell , Valery Fuh-Ngwa , Alan Both , Melanie Davern , Kim Jose , Anna Timperio , Kate Garvey , Verity Cleland","doi":"10.1016/j.anzjph.2026.100316","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.anzjph.2026.100316","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Introduction</h3><div>Physical activity is a critical factor in the prevention of chronic disease and in achieving and maintaining good health. However, little is understood about the link between the built environment and physical activity levels in regional areas.</div></div><div><h3>Objectives</h3><div>We linked geospatially-assessed walkability with population health surveillance data gathered from urban and regional locations across Tasmania, Australia, to assess if walkability was associated with physical activity.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>We used linear regression analysis to determine associations between physical activity duration and the walkability index level generated by geospatial assessments.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>We demonstrated a clear association between higher walkability and greater physical activity duration, which was more pronounced in regional areas when compared to urban areas.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusions</h3><div>Geospatially-assessed walkability may influence physical activity levels in regional areas.</div></div><div><h3>Implications for Public Health</h3><div>Designing the built environment to increase walkability may be a simple but effective strategy for enabling more physical activity, especially in regional settings.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":8620,"journal":{"name":"Australian and New Zealand Journal of Public Health","volume":"50 2","pages":"Article 100316"},"PeriodicalIF":2.4,"publicationDate":"2026-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147589572","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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New data showing dementia is Australia’s leading cause of death means we need to make brain health a national priority 新数据显示，痴呆症是澳大利亚的主要死因，这意味着我们需要把大脑健康作为国家的优先事项。

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Australian and New Zealand Journal of Public Health Pub Date : 2026-04-01 Epub Date: 2026-03-10 DOI: 10.1016/j.anzjph.2026.100318

Emilie Awbery , Tanya Buchanan

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A systematic review of digital health interventions for the diagnosis and management of cancer in rural and remote Australia 对澳大利亚农村和偏远地区癌症诊断和管理的数字卫生干预措施进行系统审查

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Australian and New Zealand Journal of Public Health Pub Date : 2026-04-01 Epub Date: 2026-04-09 DOI: 10.1016/j.anzjph.2026.100325

Zemenu Yohannes Kassa , Allen G. Ross , Subash Thapa , Zekariyas Sahile Nezenega , Feleke Hailemichael Astawesegn , Cheru Tesema Leshargie , Setognal B. Aychiluhm , Meless G. Bore , Kedir Y. Ahmed

{"title":"A systematic review of digital health interventions for the diagnosis and management of cancer in rural and remote Australia","authors":"Zemenu Yohannes Kassa , Allen G. Ross , Subash Thapa , Zekariyas Sahile Nezenega , Feleke Hailemichael Astawesegn , Cheru Tesema Leshargie , Setognal B. Aychiluhm , Meless G. Bore , Kedir Y. Ahmed","doi":"10.1016/j.anzjph.2026.100325","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.anzjph.2026.100325","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Objective</h3><div>This systematic review investigated the impact of digital health interventions including videoconferencing, telephone counselling, remote radiology assessment models and wearable activity tracker on cancer diagnosis and treatment in rural and remote Australia.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>We systematically searched MEDLINE, CINAHL, EMBASE and PubMed from inception to 25 March 2025 to identify studies examining digital health interventions for cancer diagnosis and management among adults and children living in rural and remote Australia. Findings were synthesised using vote counting by digital health intervention type and outcome.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>Twenty studies were included. Of these, 12 were classified as beneficial and 8 showed a positive effect of digital health interventions for cancer diagnosis and management. Videoconferencing, telephone counselling and remote radiology assessment model improved access to care, reduced travel burden and costs and were generally associated with high patient satisfaction. However, communicating diagnostic results via telephone remained a persistent challenge.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusions</h3><div>Digital health interventions were found to improve patient satisfaction and reduce travel and relocation burdens and enhance access to cancer care in rural areas.</div></div><div><h3>Implications for public health</h3><div>To enhance the effectiveness of digital health interventions, integration of psychosocial support services is recommended to better meet the emotional and psychosocial needs of cancer patients.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":8620,"journal":{"name":"Australian and New Zealand Journal of Public Health","volume":"50 2","pages":"Article 100325"},"PeriodicalIF":2.4,"publicationDate":"2026-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147650402","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Public perceptions of school uniforms: A multi-method content analysis 公众对校服的看法：多方法内容分析。

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Australian and New Zealand Journal of Public Health Pub Date : 2026-04-01 Epub Date: 2026-03-30 DOI: 10.1016/j.anzjph.2026.100315

Belinda Peden , Cassandra Lane , Alix Hall , Emma Pollock , Nicole Nathan

{"title":"Public perceptions of school uniforms: A multi-method content analysis","authors":"Belinda Peden , Cassandra Lane , Alix Hall , Emma Pollock , Nicole Nathan","doi":"10.1016/j.anzjph.2026.100315","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.anzjph.2026.100315","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Objective</h3><div>Despite evidence of the benefits of physical activity, most children and adolescents are insufficiently active. Simple, low-cost, scalable and sustainable school-based interventions are needed. This study explored Australian public perceptions of allowing children to wear activity-enabling sports uniforms every day, following reports that school principals were reluctant to adopt this due to perceived community expectations.</div></div><div><h3>Method</h3><div>A multi-methods content analysis applied a quantitative content approach to assess support for or against the proposal, and qualitative content techniques explored the reasons underpinning public sentiment.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>A total of 325 relevant comments and 1,983 poll responses were extracted from 12 sources. Overall, 76% of responses supported allowing students to wear sports uniforms every day. Three overarching themes were identified: student impacts (all sub-themes supportive); parent benefit (one sub-theme supportive; one mixed); and societal viewpoint (one sub-theme supportive; one mixed).</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>Australian principals have reported perceived public expectations that students wear formal school uniforms as a barrier to adopting more flexible uniform policies. This study provides timely evidence that public sentiment may in fact support students wearing sports uniforms daily.</div></div><div><h3>Implications for Public Health</h3><div>These findings can inform strategies to address a barrier to a simple, scalable, population-level intervention to increase school-based physical activity.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":8620,"journal":{"name":"Australian and New Zealand Journal of Public Health","volume":"50 2","pages":"Article 100315"},"PeriodicalIF":2.4,"publicationDate":"2026-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147589498","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Early childhood weight status among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and non-Aboriginal children in Victoria, Australia: A repeated cross-sectional analysis 澳洲维多利亚州原住民、托雷斯海峡岛民与非原住民儿童的早期体重状况：重复横断面分析

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Australian and New Zealand Journal of Public Health Pub Date : 2026-02-01 Epub Date: 2025-12-19 DOI: 10.1016/j.anzjph.2025.100299

Simone Sherriff (Wotjobaluk) , Jennifer Browne , Denise Becker , Nichole Lister (Wonnarua) , Fiona Mitchell (Mununjali) , Abe Ropitini (Ngāti Kahungunu, Ngāti Maniapoto, Trawlwoolway) , Liliana Orellana , Melanie Nichols

{"title":"Early childhood weight status among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and non-Aboriginal children in Victoria, Australia: A repeated cross-sectional analysis","authors":"Simone Sherriff (Wotjobaluk) , Jennifer Browne , Denise Becker , Nichole Lister (Wonnarua) , Fiona Mitchell (Mununjali) , Abe Ropitini (Ngāti Kahungunu, Ngāti Maniapoto, Trawlwoolway) , Liliana Orellana , Melanie Nichols","doi":"10.1016/j.anzjph.2025.100299","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.anzjph.2025.100299","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Objective</h3><div>To assess early childhood weight status among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and non-Aboriginal children in Victoria, focussing on age and geographic differences.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>We analysed deidentified Maternal and Child Health records (2010-2015) across 68 Victorian Local Government Areas, comparing differences in Body Mass Index z-score (zBMI) and prevalence of healthy weight (1<zBMI ≤ 1) at 8 weeks, 4 months, 8 months, 1 year and 2 years. Disparities were examined by geographic remoteness and area-level socioeconomic position using linear mixed models.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>At 8 weeks, 70.5% of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and 70.7% of non-Aboriginal children had a healthy weight. Differences in zBMI at 8 weeks were only present among children in the least advantaged areas and major cities. Disparities in healthy zBMI appeared at 4 months and persisted through 2 years. From 4 months, zBMI was significantly higher among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children (p<0.0001), including within socioeconomic and remoteness subgroups, except at age 2 in rural areas (p=0.34).</div></div><div><h3>Conclusions</h3><div>Disparities in weight status emerge from 4 months with place-based differences at 8 weeks.</div></div><div><h3>Implications for public health</h3><div>Findings underscore the importance of accessible, culturally safe maternal and infant health care and action on socioeconomic inequity.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":8620,"journal":{"name":"Australian and New Zealand Journal of Public Health","volume":"50 1","pages":"Article 100299"},"PeriodicalIF":2.4,"publicationDate":"2026-02-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145788882","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Can trachoma be eliminated using SAFE or should the model be reversed to EFAS? 沙眼可以用SAFE消除吗？还是应该改用EFAS？

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Australian and New Zealand Journal of Public Health Pub Date : 2026-02-01 Epub Date: 2025-12-18 DOI: 10.1016/j.anzjph.2025.100300

Melissa Stoneham , Christina Pollard , Matthew Lester , Scott MacKenzie

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Trends in the incidence of aged care program utilisation by older Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, 2010–2019 2010-2019年老年原住民和托雷斯海峡岛民老年护理方案使用率趋势

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Australian and New Zealand Journal of Public Health Pub Date : 2026-02-01 Epub Date: 2025-12-11 DOI: 10.1016/j.anzjph.2025.100294

Greer Humphrey , Gillian E. Caughey , Tracy Air , Clare Bradley , Noeleen Tunny , Alex Brown , Steve Wesselingh , Maria C. Inacio , Odette Pearson , the ROSA Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Steering Committee

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