IN MY NEW HOME: THE DAILY LIVES OF PEOPLE LIVING IN PUBLIC HOUSES AFTER A LONG PERIOD OF HOMELESSNESS

Homelessness refers to a loss of social relationships and a condition of isolation and stigma that affects a person’s well-being.Although the literature has revealed the crucial role of a home in a person’s well-being, few studies have explored the daily lives of people who transition from homeless services to an independent home.People who exp

Background: Obesity, particularly in Native Hawaiians, is an important health risk.A possible contributing factor to obesity is reduced physical activity levels.Aim: This study investigates the relationship between measured levels of physical activity and body composition in two grade cohorts of school children of Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander (