Publications by authors named "T L Kolbe-Alexander"
Article Synopsis
- Physical inactivity is a significant global public health issue linked to higher risks of non-communicable diseases (NCDs), prompting the WHO to aim for a 15% reduction by 2030, especially in rapidly urbanizing regions like the Global South.
- The study will systematically analyze observational research from 2010 to 2024 to estimate the prevalence of physical inactivity and identify associated risk factors in Eastern African adults, following established review protocols and utilizing various academic databases.
- Results will be analyzed for quality and potential biases, and findings will be shared through peer-reviewed journals and conferences, although no ethical approval is needed for the review itself.
Introduction: The increasing prevalence of shiftwork among young adults poses significant health risks, primarily due to its disruptive effects on sleep, nutrition and physical activity. Addressing these risks necessitates the development of tailored, evidence-based resources to support these key health behaviours. Participatory research approaches, engaging those with relevant lived experience (i.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Engaging in active transport will enable individuals across the life course to increase their habitual levels of physical activity. The aim of this study was to engage citizen scientists (CS) to identify factors that influence active transport in their community.
Methods: The Our Voice citizen science methodology developed at Stanford University was employed.
Background: Due to work commitments, shiftworkers often obtain inadequate sleep, consequently experiencing negative health, wellbeing, and safety outcomes. Given shiftworkers may have limited control over their work commitments, lifestyle and environmental factors within their control may present an intervention opportunity. However, such interventions require tailoring to ensure applicability for this sleep-vulnerable population.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFObjectivesThe prevalence of chronic diseases among immigrants varies across different ethnic groups attributed to the disparities in their risk factors. This study aimed to explore the prevalence and correlates of chronic diseases among the rapidly growing South Asian population in Australia.MethodsAn online survey was administered (2020-2021) among South Asian immigrants in Australia.
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