Public Health Agency of Canada

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    The Health Behaviour in School-aged Children (HBSC) study in Canada

    The HBSC is a World Health Organization, on-going, cross-national research study of youth aged 11 to 15 years old that collects data every 4 years. The study aims to gain insight into young people's: well-being; health behaviours; and social contexts.
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    Resources for preventing substance use and related harms among youth

    On this page, you will find resources that members of school communities can use to prevent or delay substance use among youth and reduce the harms associated with youth substance use.
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    Backgrounder: Government of Canada invests millions into mental health and distress centres

    This is the backgrounder for the mental health and distress centres. Supporting the mental health and well-being of Canadians, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic, is a priority for the Government of Canada. A $50 million investment to increase the capacity of distress centres across the...
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    Infographic: Physical Activity Tips for Adults (18-64 years)

    Tips to Get Active. Physical activity plays an important role in your health, well-being and quality of life. Improve your health by being active as part of a healthy lifestyle.
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    Infographic: Physical activity tips for older adults (65 years and older)

    Tips to Get Active. Physical activity plays an important role in your health, well-being and quality of life. These tips will help you improve and maintain your health by being physically active every day.
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    Aging and chronic diseases: A profile of Canadian seniors

    Aging and Chronic Diseases: A Profile of Canadian Seniors. This report was developed before the current pandemic and focuses on the health and chronic disease patterns of Canadian seniors. It provides the data and scientific context we need to make evidence-based decisions to address chronic...
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    Mental Health Awareness Week (May 2-8) - Data Blog

    This data blog presents statistics on happiness and life satisfaction in Canada. Statistics on physical activity, social support, community involvement, and stigma in Canada are also reported as examples of determinants of positive mental health.
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    Positive Mental Health in Canada - Data Blog

    This data blog presents statistics on some positive mental health outcomes and determinants in Canada. The ability of those living with a mental disorder to experience high positive mental health is also highlighted.
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    Vol 36, No 12 , December 2016 - Health Promotion and Chronic Disease Prevention in Canada

    Health Promotion and Chronic Disease Prevention in Canada: Research, Policy and Practice (the HPCDP Journal) is the monthly, online scientific journal of the Health Promotion and Chronic Disease Prevention Branch of the Public Health Agency of Canada.The journal publishes articles on disease...
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    Vol 38, No 3, March 2018 - Health Promotion and Chronic Disease Prevention in Canada

    Health Promotion and Chronic Disease Prevention in Canada: Research, Policy and Practice(the HPCDP Journal) is the monthly, online scientific journal of the Health Promotion and Chronic Disease Prevention Branch of the Public Health Agency of Canada.The journal publishes articles on disease...
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    Public Health Agency of Canada
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