Physical activity : a guide for professionals

Abstract

'Physical Activity: A Guide for Professionals' is a publication produced by the Health Promotion & Disease Prevention Department after consultations with interested parties, including Kunsill Malti ghall-iSport and the Maltese Association of Sports & Exercise Medicine. It will complement the booklet titled, 'Ċaqlaq għall-Saħħtek', (launched on 10th May 2008 for the occasion of WHO, Move for Health Day) which was aimed at targeting the general population. This new booklet is intended to give an overview of Physical Activity (PA) to professionals and qualified experts from the Health, Education and Sports & Leisure Sectors. It includes the benefits of regular PA and the necessary recommendations. On the other hand, the general public is being urged to take professional advice from you! In view of this, a set of 2 posters will be accompanying this publication in order to encourage the public to seek your advice. For the sake of convenience, a list of reference sites, a summary and the Department 's helpline are also included at the end of this booklet.