Demographic and socio-economic factors associated with multiple health risk behaviours among adolescents in Serbia: a cross sectional study.

abstract：BACKGROUND:To improve retention in antiretroviral therapy (ART), lessons learned from chronic disease care were applied to HIV care, providing more responsibilities to patients in the care of their chronic disease. In Tete--Mozambique, patients stable on ART participate in the ART provision and peer support through Com...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Rasschaert F,Decroo T,Remartinez D,Telfer B,Lessitala F,Biot M,Candrinho B,Van Damme W

更新日期：2014-04-15 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Increasing rates of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) in men-who-have-sex-with-men (MSM) in England is a pressing public health concern. Interventions targeting MSM, including information provision that effectively promotes sexual health, are needed. To support such intervention development, it is neces...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Kesten JM,Dias K,Burns F,Crook P,Howarth A,Mercer CH,Rodger A,Simms I,Oliver I,Hickman M,Hughes G,Weatherburn P

更新日期：2019-09-06 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Childhood obesity and its consequences are a growing threat to national economies and health services. The aim of this study was to determine associations between waist-to-height ratio (WHtR) as a measure of central obesity, and health-related quality of life (HRQoL) and absenteeism of primary school childre...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Kesztyüs D,Wirt T,Kobel S,Schreiber A,Kettner S,Dreyhaupt J,Kilian R,Steinacker JM,“Komm mit in das gesunde Boot - Grundschule” - Research Group.

更新日期：2013-03-22 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Female sex workers (FSWs) are often considered as the vector, if not reservoir, of HIV and other sexually transmitted infections. Building upon the existing evidence on the role of psychological health in sexual health, the aim of this protocol is to describe a trial investigating the effectiveness of the Pe...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Yuen WW,Wong WC,Tang CS,Holroyd E,Tiwari AF,Fong DY,Chin WY

更新日期：2013-07-26 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:China has experienced an increase in the prevalence of childhood overweight/obesity over the last decades. The purpose of this study was to examine the prevalence of obesity and metabolic syndrome among Chinese school children and determine if there is a significant association between childhood obesity and ...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Liu W,Lin R,Liu A,Du L,Chen Q

更新日期：2010-12-22 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The prevalence of short stature (SS) and underweight in Jordan on a national level is unknown. This study aimed to investigate, on a national level, the prevalence of short stature (SS), underweight, overweight, and obesity among school aged children in Jordan. METHODS:This cross-sectional study was conduct...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Zayed AA,Beano AM,Haddadin FI,Radwan SS,Allauzy SA,Alkhayyat MM,Al-Dahabrah ZA,Al-Hasan YG,Yousef AF

更新日期：2016-10-03 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Female genital mutilation/cutting (FGM/C) is a harmful traditional practice that violates the human rights of girls and women. It is widely practiced mainly in Africa including Ethiopia. There are a number of studies on the prevalence of FGM/C in Ethiopia. However, little has been devoted to its spatial epid...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Geremew TT,Azage M,Mengesha EW

更新日期：2021-01-21 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Studies have shown that couple HIV counseling and testing (CHCT) increased rates of sero-status disclosure and adoption of safer sexual behaviors with better linkage to treatment and care. However, current evidence suggests that new HIV infections are occurring among heterosexual couples in stable relationsh...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Muhindo R,Nakalega A,Nankumbi J

更新日期：2015-11-24 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Little is known about patterns in the transition from healthy weight to overweight or obesity during the elementary school years. This study examined whether there were distinct body mass index (BMI) trajectory groups among elementary school children, and predictors of trajectory group membership. METHODS:T...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Chen TA,Baranowski T,Moreno JP,O'Connor TM,Hughes SO,Baranowski J,Woehler D,Kimbro RT,Johnston CA

更新日期：2016-07-07 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Worldwide, a total of 6.282 million deaths occurred among children aged less than 5 years in 2013. About 47.4 % of those were borne by the 47 Member States of the World Health Organization (WHO) African Region. Sadly, even as we approach the end date for the 2015 Millennium Development Goals (MDGs), only eig...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Kirigia JM,Muthuri RD,Nabyonga-Orem J,Kirigia DG

更新日期：2015-11-06 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Increasing evidence on associations between mental health and chronic diseases like cardio-vascular disease and diabetes together with the fact that little is known about the prevalence of anxiety/depression and associated risk factors among Iraqi immigrants to Sweden, warrants a study in this group. The aim...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Siddiqui F,Lindblad U,Bennet L

更新日期：2014-05-25 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Both smoking and obesity are separately associated with sickness absence. Unhealthy lifestyle habits and health conditions may occur concurrently yet studies focusing on their joint association are few. This study examined the joint associations of smoking and obesity with sickness absence (SA). METHODS:A m...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Roos E,Lallukka T,Lahelma E,Rahkonen O

更新日期：2017-12-28 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The Body Mass Index (BMI) has long been used as an anthropometric measurement. Waist circumference (WC) and waist-to-height ratio (WHtR) have been proposed as alternatives to BMI. Recently, two new anthropometric indices, the A Body Shape Index (ABSI) and Body Roundness Index (BRI) have been developed as pos...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Chang Y,Guo X,Chen Y,Guo L,Li Z,Yu S,Yang H,Sun Y

更新日期：2015-08-19 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In the U.S. more than half of incident tuberculosis (TB) cases occur in immigrants. Current guidelines recommend screening and treatment for latent TB infection (LTBI) within 5 years of arrival to the U.S. This study evaluates the timing of LTBI therapy among immigrants presenting for care to a public health...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Page KR,Manabe YC,Adelakun A,Federline L,Cronin W,Campbell JD,Dorman SE

更新日期：2008-05-12 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:To evaluate the association between weight misperception and psychological symptoms in the Determinants of young Adults Social well-being and Health (DASH) longitudinal study. METHODS:A longitudinal sample of 3227 adolescents, in 49 secondary schools in London, aged 11-16 years participated in 2002/2003 and...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Elia C,Karamanos A,Silva MJ,O'Connor M,Lu Y,Dregan A,Huang P,O'Keeffe M,Cruickshank JK,Enayat EZ,Cassidy A,Molaodi OR,Maynard M,Harding S

更新日期：2020-05-18 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The emergence and spread of pathogenic bacteria that is resistant to antibiotics has become a major public health concern. The incorrect prescription, inappropriate consumption and excess use of antimicrobial drugs, specifically antibiotics, are possibly the main factors contributing to the widespread of ant...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Sakr S,Ghaddar A,Hamam B,Sheet I

更新日期：2020-04-19 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Dental caries is a major public health problem in many countries. Since the last territority-wide dental survey of Hong Kong preschool children was conducted in 2001, a survey to update the information is necessary. This study aimed to describe the dental caries experience of preschool children in Hong Kong ...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Chu CH,Ho PL,Lo EC

更新日期：2012-09-11 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:People with a condition subject to stigmatisation, such as chronic hepatitis B, face the dilemma of whether or not to disclose their status. In Ghana, 12.3% of the adult population has the hepatitis B virus (HBV). One key strategy for breaking the cycle of hepatitis B transmission is the disclosure of hepati...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Adjei CA,Stutterheim SE,Naab F,Ruiter RAC

更新日期：2020-05-12 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Pneumonia is a leading cause of childhood hospitalisation and child mortality in Africa. This study explores local interpretations of Acute Respiratory Infections (ARIs), focusing on caretakers of children under five in the context of hospital care seeking. METHODS:The study took place in Manhiça, southern ...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Straus L,Munguambe K,Bassat Q,Machevo S,Pell C,Roca A,Pool R

更新日期：2011-07-13 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Medical work capacity evaluations play a key role in social security schemes because they usually form the basis for eligibility decisions regarding disability benefits. However, the evaluations are often poorly standardized and lack transparency as decisions on work capacity are based on a claimant's diseas...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Schwegler U,Anner J,Boldt C,Glässel A,Lay V,De Boer WE,Stucki G,Trezzini B

更新日期：2012-12-18 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The global coverage rate of birth registration is only around 65% for the population of children under five although birth registration secures protection and access to health services that are fundamental rights for all babies. This study aimed to perform a basic analysis of the accessibility to birth regis...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Nomura M,Xangsayarath P,Takahashi K,Kamiya Y,Siengsounthone L,Ogino H,Kobayashi J

更新日期：2018-01-08 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Chemical irritants used in crowd control, such as tear gases and pepper sprays, are generally considered to be safe and to cause only transient pain and lacrimation. However, there are numerous reports that use and misuse of these chemicals may cause serious injuries. We aimed to review documented injuries f...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Haar RJ,Iacopino V,Ranadive N,Weiser SD,Dandu M

更新日期：2017-10-19 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Detained asylum seekers are at increased risk of self-harm, and the type of detention in which they are held may further exacerbate this risk. In Australia, there are four types of closed (or held) immigration detention for people seeking asylum, with varying levels of security and supports: Immigration Dete...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Hedrick K,Armstrong G,Coffey G,Borschmann R

更新日期：2020-04-30 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Vitamin D deficiency has been implicated in several chronic, non-communicable diseases independent of its conventional role in bone and calcium homeostasis. In this retrospective study, we determined the prevalence of vitamin D deficiency and its association to several cardiometabolic indices among patients ...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Alfawaz H,Tamim H,Alharbi S,Aljaser S,Tamimi W

更新日期：2014-02-13 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The electronic cigarette (e-cigarette) market has grown rapidly in recent years. However, causes of e-cigarette related symptoms among users and their impact on health remain uncertain. This research aims to mine the potential relationships between symptoms and e-liquid components, such as propylene glycol (...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Li Q,Zhan Y,Wang L,Leischow SJ,Zeng DD

更新日期：2016-07-30 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:An increase in suicide mortality is often observed in economic recessions. The objective of this study was to analyse trends in socioeconomic inequalities in suicide mortality before and during the economic recession in two geographical settings in Spain. METHODS:This study analyses inequalities in mortalit...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Borrell C,Marí-Dell'Olmo M,Gotsens M,Calvo M,Rodríguez-Sanz M,Bartoll X,Esnaola S

更新日期：2017-10-04 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In Australia, sport is saturated by the promotion of junk food, alcohol and gambling products. This is particularly evident on player jerseys. The effect of this advertising on children, who are exposed to these messages while watching sport, has not been thoroughly investigated. The aim of this research stu...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Bestman A,Thomas SL,Randle M,Thomas SD

更新日期：2015-10-05 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Colorectal cancer is the third and fourth leading cause of cancer incidence and mortality among men and women, respectively in Iran. However, the role of dietary factors that could contribute to this high cancer incidence remains unclear. The aim of this study was to determine major dietary patterns and its ...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Safari A,Shariff ZM,Kandiah M,Rashidkhani B,Fereidooni F

更新日期：2013-03-12 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The emphasis on prevention in English health policy continues to centre predominantly on major diseases such as coronary heart disease and diabetes. A number of key documents detailing self-management techniques and prevention of osteoarthritis (OA) are currently available, including the NICE guidelines and ...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Ali F,Jinks C,Ong BN

更新日期：2012-09-07 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The burden of disease of hearing disorders among adults is high, but a significant part goes undetected. Screening programs in combination with the delivery of hearing aids can alleviate this situation, but the economic attractiveness of such programs is unknown. This study aims to evaluate the population-le...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Rob B,Vinod J A,Monica P,Balraj A,Job A,Norman G,Joseph A

更新日期：2009-05-12 00:00:00