November 1, 2011
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Journal Article
This article examines the accuracy and usability of commercial databases as sources of information about food stores and restaurants. Since commercial databases are usually designed for non-health uses such as business and marketing, they require adaptation for use as public health tools.
May 1, 2011
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Journal Article
Identifying differences in smoking attitudes among Latinos can guide cultural adaptations of evidence-based treatments.
May 1, 2011
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Journal Article
Type of park activity area—court, field, playground, shelter or open space—predicts level of physical activity in children.
September 1, 2010
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Journal Article
An evaluation of the psychometric characteristics of the Research on Urban Trail Environments (ROUTES) Trail Use Questionnaire found that the questionnaire is a reliable and valid measure of trail use and physical activity.
July 1, 2010
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Journal Article
To help researchers, practitioners and community organizations measure food environments, this article reviews available instruments.
November 1, 2009
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Journal Article
Getting the recommended 30 minutes of moderate physical activity most days can be a challenge for working adults. The researchers rated workplace community zones according to numerous characteristics that were supportive or not of walking.