Background Persistent inequities in health experiences and outcomes are observed for
Māori compared to non-Māori in Aotearoa New Zealand. We conceptualised factors …

Aim Grandparents are assuming increased child‐caregiving responsibilities, which
potentially influences the dietary intake of grandchildren. The aim of this systematic review is …

Excellent health research is essential for good health outcomes, services and systems.
Health research should also build towards equity and in doing so ensure that no one is left …

Background Early childhood is a critical period for the development of obesity, with new
approaches to prevent obesity in this age group needed. We designed and piloted the 3 …

Abstract Issue addressed Hawke's Bay has one of the highest rates of childhood obesity in
New Zealand. While several initiatives exist aiming to decrease obesity through physical …

Aim Researchers explored how food insecurity was experienced in Māori households and
how this can affect hauora (well‐being). Methods This Māori‐centred research was …

Aim Urban families in middle‐income countries are currently facing cultural and lifestyle
transition. Changing from an agricultural to an industrial society may affect family roles and …

Abstract Background The United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child confirms a
child's right to adequate food, and to the highest attainable standard of health. For …

This feasibility study examined innovations in kaupapa Māori (a Māori approach) research
methods to explore kaumātua (older Māori men and women) understandings of ageing well …

Obesity in children is a global health concern. In New Zealand, one in three school entrant
children are overweight or obese. Māori, the indigenous people, are disproportionately …