Behavioural determinants of Health by Mr Prior https://padlet.com/aprior/oaz8lbq28ilm Adulthood development en-us 2017-05-04 02:10:12 UTC 2025-10-09 08:19:37 UTC hello@padlet.com Sun protection: https://padlet.com/aprior/oaz8lbq28ilm/wish/169834651 When adults are outdoors the ultraviolet radiation from the sun can penetrate unprotected skin and cause damage. Every exposure to UV radiation can increase the risk of skin cancer. Adults with higher levels of education and knowledge of sun-protection practices may be at lower risk. 
Australia has one of the highest rates of skins cancers in the world, with over 440,000 Australians being treated for skin cancer each year. ]]> 2017-05-04 02:52:04 UTC https://padlet.com/aprior/oaz8lbq28ilm/wish/169834651 Tobacco Smoking https://padlet.com/aprior/oaz8lbq28ilm/wish/169834755 Tobacco smoking has a large inpact on the death rates of adults in Australia. Smoking can course diseases such as; 
Lung/kidney cancer, strokes, blindness, heart disease, chronic lung disease and asthma.
 It is the single most  preventable cause of Ill-health and death in Australians population. It is roughly thought that tobacco smoking contributes to 7.8 per cent of the burden of diseases in Australia.]]> 2017-05-04 02:53:22 UTC https://padlet.com/aprior/oaz8lbq28ilm/wish/169834755 Physical activity https://padlet.com/aprior/oaz8lbq28ilm/wish/169834800 Physical activity reduces the risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease, stroke and hypertension. It also helps to improve glucose metabolism, reduce body fat and lowers blood pressure. It helps people to have better mental health,with more positive self-concept and self-esteem. The recommended minimum level of physical activity for adults is 150 minutes per week of walking or other moderate or vigorous activity, with at least 30 minutes per day activity.]]> 2017-05-04 02:53:56 UTC https://padlet.com/aprior/oaz8lbq28ilm/wish/169834800 Food intake: https://padlet.com/aprior/oaz8lbq28ilm/wish/170087559
Growth has ceased by the adulthood stage of the lifespan. As a result, nutrients for the maintenance of body tissue rather than growth become more important. The consumption of sufficient fruit and vegetables by adults is important in promoting health and reducing the risks of developing certain cancers and cardiovascular disease. According to the National Health and Medical Research Council, adults should consume two serves of fruit and vegetables daily. In 2011-12, 92 percent of Australian adults did not eat five serves of vegetable daily

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