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Childhood Obesity PreventionIssues and Controversies
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In this special issue of HER, we have attempted to combine several facets of health education theory, research and practice to guide researchers and practitioners in the prevention of childhood obesity and the promotion of child and adolescent health and well-being. The issues raised in this edition are varied and some are very controversial, but all are important to consider before any action is
Guest Editor/Associate Editor, Faculty of Education and Social Work, University of Sydney, Australia