Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Carrie Lau, Ben Richards
Summary: The study found a positive association between the home literacy environment (HLE) and the development of English as a second language in children. Caregivers engaging in various literacy activities at home was shown to be beneficial for children's language and literacy skills development. Results emphasize the importance of supporting caregivers in providing a literacy-rich home environment to facilitate children's development of English as a second language.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Shuangzhou Chen, Ting Wang, Zhikang Bao, Vivian Lou
Summary: Health deterioration among frail older adults is a public health concern. This study aims to investigate the environmental influences on health and validate the theoretical framework for health and social services, by using secondary data collected in Hong Kong and performing a path analysis.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Environmental Studies
Ting Zhang, Bo Huang, Hung Wong, Samuel Yeung-Shan Wong, Roger Yat-Nork Chung
Summary: This study explores the associations between the built environment and physical activity behaviors in a non-Western context. The findings suggest that gym density is associated with vigorous physical activity, while sports facility density is associated with moderate physical activity, particularly among those who perceive barriers to physical activity. Additionally, the presence of sports facilities partially mediates the association between street centrality and moderate physical activity. Higher park density is also associated with lower odds of prolonged sitting. These findings highlight the importance of providing sports facilities and parks in creating an active built environment to promote physical activity and reduce sedentary behavior in adults.
Article
Veterinary Sciences
Camille K. Y. Chan, Paul W. C. Wong
Summary: This study examines the stressors experienced by veterinarians in Hong Kong, focusing on client-related stressors and contextual factors. The findings highlight the importance of effective communication skills and understanding the unique contextual and historical factors that impact veterinary practices.
FRONTIERS IN VETERINARY SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Rungsaran Wongprawmas, Giovanni Sogari, Davide Menozzi, Cristina Mora
Summary: The years in university bring about significant changes in students' dietary patterns. Factors such as limited time, financial constraints, and lack of dietary information pose barriers to healthy eating. Possible strategies to promote healthier diets among university students include diversifying food options in canteens, providing facilities for students to prepare and consume home-cooked meals, offering student discounts at supermarkets, and providing information on nutrition and healthy eating.
FRONTIERS IN NUTRITION
(2022)
Article
Neurosciences
Wing-King Lee, Kwok-Leung Au Yeung, Ho-Bun Lam, Chi-Keung Wong, Ting-Chi Wong, Chi-Kin Fu, Shiu-Kow Sham, Ming-Kai Au, Tat-Chung Lam, Daniel Ki-Yan Mak
Summary: The study utilized the modified Delphi technique to develop local consensus on the use of bupropion in different psychiatric conditions in Hong Kong, with a high degree of agreement among panelists on the finalized consensus statements. The consensus statements serve as practical recommendations for medical practitioners and psychiatrists in clinical settings.
CNS NEUROSCIENCE & THERAPEUTICS
(2021)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Chinmoy Sarkar, Ka Yan Lai, Sarika Kumari, Gabriel M. Leung, Chris Webster, Michael Y. Ni
Summary: This study highlighted the potential role of residential livable space and block density in the development of depression. Integrated mental health and housing policies could help reduce the burden of depression by promoting health-optimized density at the household and building-block levels in cities.
Article
Rehabilitation
Chi-Wen Chien, Cynthia Leung, Veronika Schoeb, Alma Au
Summary: The study investigated the psychometric properties of a Chinese-translated version of the Young Children's Participation and Environment Measure. The results showed acceptable internal consistency for most scales, moderate to high test-retest reliability, and supported known-group validity by demonstrating significant differences in community participation scales by disability status. Low or negative correlations with children's cognition and parental stress also supported discriminant validity.
DISABILITY AND REHABILITATION
(2021)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Bobo Hi Po Lau, Samson Wai Hei Yuen, Ricci Pak Hong Yue, Karen A. Grepin
Summary: The study in Hong Kong found that vaccination decisions are heavily influenced by family decisions and the perception of vaccination as socially and politically desirable. Additionally, individuals are more likely to accept the vaccine if they have stronger institutional trust.
Article
Development Studies
Shuangzhou Chen, Zhikang Bao, Junjie Chen, Linchuan Yang, Vivian Lou
Summary: This study investigates the non-linear relationships between the built environment and older adults' functional capability and discovers that specific factors in the built environment have a positive impact on the functional capability of older adults. This is valuable for relevant stakeholders and policymakers in developing age-friendly urban planning.
SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
(2022)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Michael Y. Ni, Vladimir Canudas-Romo, Jian Shi, Francis P. Flores, Mathew S. C. Chow, Xiaoxin Yao, Sai Yin Ho, Tai Hing Lam, C. Mary Schooling, Alan D. Lopez, Majid Ezzati, Gabriel M. Leung
Summary: A study comparing factors behind Hong Kong's survival advantage over long-living, high-income countries found that lower mortality from cardiovascular diseases, cancer, and transport accidents, as well as reduced smoking-attributable mortality, contributed to Hong Kong's longevity. This unique combination of economic prosperity, low levels of smoking, and disease prevention offers a framework that could be replicated through deliberate policies worldwide.
LANCET PUBLIC HEALTH
(2021)
Article
Immunology
Kai Man Ng, Tsun Kit Chu, Phyllis Lau
Summary: Studies show that vaccine hesitancy exists among healthcare workers regarding COVID-19 vaccines. Providing transparent and adequate vaccine information and addressing specific concerns could enhance vaccination uptake.
Article
Humanities, Multidisciplinary
Sylvia Xiaohua Chen, Jacky C. K. Ng, Wesley C. H. Wu
Summary: The present research aims to identify cognitive and affective factors that explain participation in societal events from a social psychological perspective. The findings showed that generalized beliefs about the world were associated with group-related emotions and group efficacy, thereby influencing social movement participation. Additionally, students exhibited variability in their level of participation, with protesters being more driven by group-related emotions.
HUMANITIES & SOCIAL SCIENCES COMMUNICATIONS
(2022)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Yu Bao, Ming Gao, Dan Luo, Xudan Zhou
Summary: The rapid development of cities has resulted in significant public health and environmental issues, impacting children's growth environment and urban contradictions. Research shows that the urban neighborhood space environment has a significant influence on the duration and intensity of children's physical activity.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2021)
Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Chad E. Cook, Antoine Bailliard, Jennifer A. Bent, Joel E. Bialosky, Elisa Carlino, Luana Colloca, Jorge E. Esteves, Dave Newell, Alvisa Palese, William R. Reed, Jennifer Plumb Vilardaga, Giacomo Rossettini
Summary: The objective of this study was to create a consensus definition of contextual factors to better refine this concept for clinicians and researchers. Using a multi-stage virtual Nominal Group Technique, the study resulted in the creation and ranking of 12 final definitions of contextual factors.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Jie Feng, Wendy Yajun Huang, Patrick Wing Chung Lau, Stephen Heung-Sang Wong, Cindy Hui-Ping Sit
Summary: The study found that higher levels of physical activity were associated with lower depression scores, while lower sedentary behavior and longer sleep duration were associated with lower scores of depression, anxiety, and stress. Meeting the Canadian 24-hour movement guidelines was linked to reduced symptoms of depression, anxiety, and stress.
PREVENTIVE MEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ester Cerin, Anthony Barnett, Jonathan E. Shaw, Erika Martino, Luke D. Knibbs, Rachel Tham, Amanda J. Wheeler, Kaarin J. Anstey
Summary: This study examines the impacts of urban environment features and air pollution on cognitive function in older adults using data from a national sample in Australia. The results show that interrelated built and natural environment features, as well as ambient air pollution, are directly and indirectly related to cognitive function, mediated by cardiometabolic risk factors. The findings suggest that dense, interconnected urban environments with access to parks, blue spaces, and low levels of air pollution may have positive effects on cognitive health through cardiometabolic risk factors.
Article
Pediatrics
Ester Cerin, Anthony Barnett, Tom Baranowski, Rebecca E. Lee, Robin R. Mellecker, Yi Nam Suen, Jason A. Mendoza, Deborah Thompson, Teresia M. O'Connor
Summary: The study found significant differences in activity patterns between Hong Kong Chinese and US Latino preschool-aged children, primarily due to cultural and environmental factors. However, both groups of children were equally affected by parent-perceived neighborhood environmental characteristics and parenting practices.
Article
Sport Sciences
Wendy Y. Huang, Stephen H. S. Wong, Cindy H. P. Sit, Martin C. S. Wong, Sam W. S. Wong, Robin S. T. Ho
Summary: This paper aimed to summarize the findings of the third (2022) Active Healthy Kids Hong Kong Report Card on Physical Activity for Children and Adolescents and evaluate the secular trends of physical activity related indicators. The results showed that overall physical activity and sedentary behavior deteriorated compared to the 2018 Report Card. While there were slight improvements in some influence indicators, strategic investments are needed to improve adoption and implementation of effective interventions.
JOURNAL OF EXERCISE SCIENCE & FITNESS
(2023)
Review
Sport Sciences
Chen Zheng, Eric Tsz-Chun Poon, Kewen Wan, Zihan Dai, Stephen Heung-Sang Wong
Summary: Wearing face masks during exercise can significantly affect gas exchange and subjective discomfort, but the impact on exercise performance is relatively small. This review provides updated insights into optimizing exercise recommendations during the COVID-19 pandemic for the public.
Article
Rehabilitation
Ming Hui Li, Jane Jie Yu, Stephen Heung Sang Wong, Raymond Kim Wai Sum, Cindy Hui Ping Sit
Summary: This study aimed to examine the associations between perceived social support, perceived competence, and physical activity in children with physical and intellectual disabilities during the COVID-19 pandemic. A total of 291 participants aged 6-17 years from 27 special schools in Hong Kong were included. After controlling for demographic variables, perceived competence had a stronger association with physical activity than perceived social support. This study highlights two key facilitators for shaping physical activity involvement among children with disabilities during the COVID-19 pandemic.
ADAPTED PHYSICAL ACTIVITY QUARTERLY
(2023)
Review
Sport Sciences
Francesco Recchia, Chit K. Leung, Angus P. Yu, Welton Leung, Danny J. Yu, Daniel Y. Fong, David Montero, Chi-Ho Lee, Stephen H. S. Wong, Parco M. Siu
Summary: The objective of this study was to determine and compare the dose-response effects of exercise and caloric restriction on visceral adipose tissue in overweight and obese adults. The findings showed that both exercise and caloric restriction reduced visceral fat in overweight and obese adults. However, exercise demonstrated a dose-dependent effect, while caloric restriction did not.
BRITISH JOURNAL OF SPORTS MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Sport Sciences
Xiaoyuan Zhang, Xiao Yu Tian, Masashi Miyashita, Fenghua Sun, Wendy Y. J. Huang, Chen Zheng, Man Kuk Sum, Stephen H. S. Wong
Summary: The study aimed to investigate the effects of individualized accumulated or continuous exercise on postprandial glucose (PPG) control in young adults with obesity. The results showed that both continuous and accumulated exercise reduced PPG, insulin, and C-peptide concentrations, and improved glucose fluctuations. Accumulated exercise maintained lower PPG concentrations for a longer time than continuous exercise in young adults with obesity.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF SPORT SCIENCE
(2023)
Review
Clinical Neurology
Wendy Y. Huang, Jie Feng, Chen Zheng, Jiao Jiao, Stephen H. S. Wong
Summary: Sleep and daytime movement behaviours are interdependent within a 24-hour day. Sleep parameters like social jetlag and chronotype are linked to health problems and unhealthy behaviours among children and adolescents. This systematic review and meta-analysis examined the relationships between social jetlag, chronotype, physical activity, and sedentary behaviour among children and adolescents aged 3-17 years. The findings suggest a positive association between social jetlag and screen media use, and a higher level of physical activity and lower level of sedentary behaviour among individuals with a morning chronotype compared to an evening chronotype. No relationship was found between social jetlag and physical activity.
JOURNAL OF SLEEP RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Sport Sciences
Eric Tsz-Chun Poon, Grant R. Tomkinson, Justin J. Lang, Wendy Yajun Huang, Stephen Heung-Sang Wong
Summary: This study examines the temporal trends of physical fitness for Hong Kong children aged 6-12 years from 2003-04 to 2015-16. The results show a small increase in mean height, negligible changes in mean body mass, and a decline in sit-and-reach performance. There is also an improvement in 9-min run/walk performance. However, children with low fitness experience larger declines in certain aspects of physical fitness. The findings suggest the need for targeted health promotion strategies, particularly for children with low fitness.
JOURNAL OF SPORTS SCIENCES
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Miguel Alvarado-Molina, Ariadna Curto, Amanda J. Wheeler, Rachel Tham, Ester Cerin, Mark Nieuwenhuijsen, Roel Vermeulen, David Donaire-Gonzalez
Summary: Accurately estimating annual average daily traffic on minor roads is crucial for assessing traffic-related air pollution exposure. This study assessed the validity of three methods used to estimate traffic volume on minor roads in Melbourne, Australia. The results showed that the linear model performed better than the fixed-value approach in estimating traffic volume and air pollution exposure.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2023)
Review
Rehabilitation
Kaiyue Ma, Chao Wang, Yajun Huang, Yu Wang, Dongsheng Li, Gang He
Summary: This article summarizes the latest evidence on the efficacy of physiotherapeutic scoliosis-specific exercise (PSSE) in the treatment of adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS). The results show that PSSE is more effective than other non-surgical therapies in improving Cobb angle and quality of life.