How can the impact of national recommendations for physical activity be increased? Experiences from Germany

How can the impact of national recommendations for physical activity be increased? Experiences from Germany

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Abstract Background Clearly stated national recommendations for physical activity (PA) are available in many nations.Yet, their impact on national level policy-making might be considered modest at best.This paper analyses the approach selected to curtail this problem in Germany.

Main diegojavierfares.com text Academics, government institutions and relevant stakeholders worked in collaboration to produce a series of national recommendations for PA and PA promotion published in 2016.Since their publication, these recommendations have achieved a measurable political impact through a systematic approach focused on dissemination and implementation strategies.For example, the German Conference of Health Ministers has acknowledged the national recommendations, endorsed their dissemination and proposed that they are included in measures within the discount greenery Federal Prevention Act.

Conclusion Since their publication, the national recommendations have yielded satisfactory political impact.The contributing aspects might partially be explained by the Multiple Streams Approach.