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Understanding Sociocultural Influences on Physical Activity in Relation to Overweight and Obesity in a Rural Indigenous Community of Fiji Islands.

Kamal Nand SinghMarguerite C SendallPhilp Crane
Published in: Journal of racial and ethnic health disparities (2022)
The healthcare providers and policymakers need to recognise the iTaukei community culture and appreciate traditional methods to promote equitable community participation in decision-making for health promotion. These findings should inform future research and community-based health programs to address the physical activity levels of the rural Indigenous community and may be relevant to other Indigenous peoples.
Keyphrases
  • healthcare
  • physical activity
  • mental health
  • health promotion
  • public health
  • decision making
  • south africa
  • body mass index
  • depressive symptoms
  • risk assessment
  • sleep quality
  • current status