Sport practice among private secondary-school students in Dubai in 2004
(East. Mediterr. health j).
in English
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ABSTRACT
A study was made of sport practice and of knowledge, attitude and practice towards sport among 1475 private secondary-school students in Dubai, United Arab Emirates [UAE] in 2004. UAE students practised sport more than non-UAE students [33.9% versus 18.7% had good levels of activity] but there was no significant difference in positive attitudes towards sport practice [87.1% and 86.2% respectively]. A good level of sport [vigorous exercise >/= 3 times per week for 20 min] was higher among males [26.0%] than females [14.7%]. There was a significant association between overweight and obesity as well as tobacco smoking and low levels of sport practice. Health education intervention is needed to improve sport practice among young people
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Health context:
SDG3 - Target 3A Strengthen the implementation of the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control
Health problem:
Education, Communication, Training and Public Awareness
Database:
WHO IRIS
Main subject:
Schools
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Sports
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Students
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Smoking
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Body Mass Index
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Sex Factors
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Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice
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Health Education
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Surveys and Questionnaires
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Overweight
Language:
English
Journal:
East. Mediterr. health j
Year:
2008
