Participatory prioritisation of interventions to improve primary school food environments in Gauteng, South Africa.

Agnes Erzse, Safura Abdool Karim, Teurai Rwafa-Ponela, Petronell Kruger, Karen Hofman, Louise Foley, Tolu Oni, Susan Goldstein

June 2023 BMC Public Health

Synopsis of Social media discussions

The discussions reflect a positive reception, emphasizing specific interventions like regulating food sales and staff training. Words like 'feasible,' 'important,' and 'top priorities' convey active interest and belief in the study's significance, illustrating the perceived value of the research in shaping healthier school environments.

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Agreement
 Moderate agreement

Most discussions support the importance of the research and agree on the need for interventions to improve school food environments.

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Interest
 High level of interest

The discussions show strong engagement and curiosity, highlighting key interventions like regulating food sales and staff training.

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Engagement
 Moderate level of engagement

Posts demonstrate active interest through sharing detailed methods, such as using the Behavior Change Wheel, and emphasizing policy changes.

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Impact
 Moderate level of impact

Participants recognize the potential of the study to influence policy and health outcomes, indicating moderate perceived impact.

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Prioritizing Interventions to Improve Primary School Food Environments in Gauteng

Prioritizing Interventions to Improve Primary School Food Environments in Gauteng

This study aims to improve food environments in primary schools in Gauteng, South Africa, where childhood overweight and obesity are increasing due to unhealthy dietary options. Researchers used interviews, evidence frameworks, and stakeholder surveys to identify effective interventions, such as food regulation, staff train

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Abstract Synopsis

  • This study focused on improving food environments in primary schools in Gauteng, South Africa, where high rates of childhood overweight and obesity are a concern, driven by unhealthy dietary options in schools.
  • Researchers used a three-phase approach involving interviews with school staff, evidence-based frameworks, and stakeholder surveys to identify key drivers of unhealthy environments and prioritize effective interventions.
  • The top recommended interventions included regulating available foods, training staff through workshops, and implementing child-friendly warning signs to create healthier school food environments.]