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Assessing the implementation of the Public Health Scotland Physical Activity Referral Standards: A process evaluation

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Physical inactivity is a major public health problem and increasing population physical activity levels is a Scottish Government priority. In Scotland, 49% of men and 58% of women were not active enough to benefit their health in 2020, increasing their risk of heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and some cancers. Physical inactivity is a major public health problem and increasing population physical activity levels is a Scottish Government priority. Physical activity referral schemes (PARS) exist across Scotland and are effective in increasing activity for older people and those with cardiovascular risk factors. However, it is unclear what PARS delivery models work best for other health conditions (a scheme for heart health may require a different approach to one for mental health). To help increase understanding of what works best, Public Health Scotland have published National Physical Activity Referral Standards. We will assess the implementation of these standards. This will be followed by a grant application to NIHR PHP for a national evaluation of PARS.

Status Project Live
Funder(s) Chief Scientists Office
Value £298,277.00
Project Dates Nov 1, 2022 - Apr 30, 2025



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