Understanding the Unique Contribution of Sedentary Behaviour to the Cardio Metabolic Health of Women

Funding Activity

Website
http://purl.org/au-research/grants/nhmrc/1056320

Funding Status
Closed

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Funded Activity Summary

The risk of heart disease for women increases significantly with the menopause. New evidence suggests that sedentary behaviour (too much sitting as distinct from too little exercise) is also related to heart disease risk. Ms Howard's PhD research will identify whether TV time and other prolonged sitting pose a particular risk for women during and after the menopause. Her studies will identify whether there is a need for women's health recommendations on reducing sitting time.

Funded Activity Details

Start Date: 01-01-2013

End Date: 01-01-2016

Funding Scheme: Postgraduate Scholarships

Funding Amount: $83,149.00

Funder: National Health and Medical Research Council

Research Topics

ANZSRC Field of Research (FoR)

Preventive Medicine

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Other Keywords

cardiovascular disease prevention | metabolic disease | physical activity | sedentary behaviour | women's health

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