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Global Perspectives on Sports and Public Health Initiatives

by Sarah Harris 1,*
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FSPH  2020 2(1):8; https://doi.org/10.69610/j.fsph.20200422
Received: 13 February 2020 / Accepted: 20 March 2020 / Published Online: 22 April 2020
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Abstract

The paper presents a comprehensive analysis of global perspectives on sports and public health initiatives. It explores the multifaceted relationships between physical activity, sports participation, and health outcomes across various cultural, economic, and social contexts. By examining case studies from different regions, the study highlights the unique challenges and opportunities that exist in integrating sports into public health strategies. Key topics include the role of sports in promoting physical fitness and mental well-being, the impact of sports on chronic disease prevention and management, and the potential of sports programs to address health disparities. Additionally, the paper discusses the challenges faced by policymakers and health professionals in implementing sports-based interventions, and offers recommendations for improving the effectiveness of such initiatives. The analysis underscores the importance of considering both the direct and indirect benefits of sports in public health, and suggests that a holistic approach is necessary for maximizing the potential of sports as a tool for improving global health.

Keywords: Sports; Public Health Initiatives; Physical Fitness; Chronic Disease Prevention; Health Disparities.;
Copyright: © 2020 by Harris. This is an open-access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY) (Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License). The use, distribution or reproduction in other forums is permitted, provided the original author(s) or licensor are credited and that the original publication in this journal is cited, in accordance with accepted academic practice. No use, distribution or reproduction is permitted which does not comply with these terms.
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Harris, S. (2020). Global Perspectives on Sports and Public Health Initiatives. Frontiers of Sports & Public Health, 2(1), 8. doi:10.69610/j.fsph.20200422
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Harris, S. Global Perspectives on Sports and Public Health Initiatives. Frontiers of Sports & Public Health, 2020, 2, 8. doi:10.69610/j.fsph.20200422
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Harris S. Global Perspectives on Sports and Public Health Initiatives. Frontiers of Sports & Public Health; 2020, 2(1):8. doi:10.69610/j.fsph.20200422
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Harris, Sarah 2020. "Global Perspectives on Sports and Public Health Initiatives" Frontiers of Sports & Public Health 2, no.1:8. doi:10.69610/j.fsph.20200422

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Harris, S. Global Perspectives on Sports and Public Health Initiatives. Frontiers of Sports & Public Health, 2020, 2, 8. doi:10.69610/j.fsph.20200422
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Harris S. Global Perspectives on Sports and Public Health Initiatives. Frontiers of Sports & Public Health; 2020, 2(1):8. doi:10.69610/j.fsph.20200422
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Harris, Sarah 2020. "Global Perspectives on Sports and Public Health Initiatives" Frontiers of Sports & Public Health 2, no.1:8. doi:10.69610/j.fsph.20200422
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Harris, S. (2020). Global Perspectives on Sports and Public Health Initiatives. Frontiers of Sports & Public Health, 2(1), 8. doi:10.69610/j.fsph.20200422

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