The Menzies Research Institute sells a small range of quality merchandise to raise funds for our research. Proceeds from sales make a vital contribution to our research programs.

Pedometers – better health, step by step

How much physical activity are you getting? Monitor your activity from day to day with a pedometer - a simple device that counts your steps.

Research has found that approximately 10,000 steps each day will provide a health benefit. Test yourself against friends or motivate yourself to improve your health - step by step!

The Menzies Research Institute is pleased to offer for sale Yamax pedometers. Each pedometer comes with full instructions and exercise recommendations.

Yamax pedometers are currently the most accurate on the market and are used by the Institute in our research progects. They were rated highly when evaluated by Choice magazine.

Steps to Better Health

The Steps to Better Health booklet offers suggestions and motivational strategies designed to assist individuals in increasing their physical activity. It offers advice on how to use your pedometer correctly, tips for increasing your daily step count, a log for keeping track of your weekly activity and ideas for family and group ‘step challenges’.

Christmas Cards 2008

The Menzies Research Institute produces quality Christmas Cards every year. All proceeds from the sale of cards directly support new medical research projects conducted by the Institute.

Cards are seasonally available from Menzies Research Institute reception, the Royal Hobart Hospital Research Foundation office or Fullers Bookstore in Hobart and Launceston

You can download the 2008 Art of Christmas card order form .

You can purchase any of this merchandise in person at the Menzies Research Institute reception or by phone order.

For further information contact:

Felicity Gates

Telephone: (03) 6226 7700