A mixed-methods evaluation of a health-promoting cafe located in a small health service in rural Victoria, Australia.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Residents of rural areas internationally typically experience chronic disease risk profiles worse than city dwellers. Poor diet, a key driver of chronic disease, has been associated with unhealthy food environments, and rural areas often experience limited access to healthy, fresh and affordable food.

Objective

This study aimed to evaluate the first three years of a health promoting social enterprise café established in a small rural health service.

Design

A mixed-methods evaluation study. Quantitative sales data, surveys and key informant interviews that included both quantitative and qualitative responses.

Findings

Three years of sales data were included; 111customer surveys and five key informant interviews were conducted. Food and beverages on

SUBMITTER: Whelan J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10946910 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature