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Moynihan, Sharon; Jourdan, Didier; Mannix McNamara, Patricia – Health Education, 2016
Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to report the results of a national survey that examined the extent of implementation of Health Promoting Schools (HPS) in Ireland. Design/methodology/approach: A quantitative research design was adopted. A questionnaire was administered to all post-primary schools in the country (n = 704). Data were analysed…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, National Surveys, Health Promotion, Comprehensive School Health Education
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Kelly, Colette; Clerkin, Pauline; Gabhainn, Saoirse Nic; Mulvihill, Maureen – Health Education, 2010
Purpose: Schools are thought to represent a growing marketing opportunity for food advertisers in many countries. Marketing of unhealthy food to children is linked to the increased prevalence of obesity worldwide. This paper aims to explore ways in which schools respond to commercial activity around food marketing. Design/methodology/approach: A…
Descriptors: Obesity, Merchandising, Foreign Countries, Marketing