A randomised controlled trial of a program based on the theory of planned behavior to promote fruit and vegetable intake among schoolchildren: PROFRUVE study protocol.

abstract：BACKGROUND:Dynamics of the social composition of the population might influence the interpretation of statements of the increasing gap of social inequality in life expectancy. The aim of the study was to estimate trends during a quarter of a century in social inequality in life expectancy and to compare results based o...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Brønnum-Hansen H,Baadsgaard M

更新日期：2012-11-17 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Healthy lifestyle habits, including physical activity (PA), are associated with a broad range of positive psychosocial and physical health benefits. However, there are challenges involved in reaching vulnerable groups in socioeconomically disadvantaged areas. There is a lack of research on family-based PA in...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Andermo S,Lidin M,Hellenius ML,Nordenfelt A,Nyberg G

更新日期：2020-12-14 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The Canadian Alliance for Healthy Hearts and Minds (CAHHM) is a pan-Canadian, prospective, multi-ethnic cohort study being conducted in Canada. The overarching objective of the CAHHM is to understand the association of socio-environmental and contextual factors (such as societal structure, activity, nutritio...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Anand SS,Tu JV,Awadalla P,Black S,Boileau C,Busseuil D,Desai D,Després JP,de Souza RJ,Dummer T,Jacquemont S,Knoppers B,Larose E,Lear SA,Marcotte F,Moody AR,Parker L,Poirier P,Robson PJ,Smith EE,Spinelli JJ,Tardi

更新日期：2016-07-27 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In China, there is increasing concern because of the rapid increase in HIV infection recorded over recent years. Migrant workers are recognized as one of the groups most affected. In this study, HIV/AIDS-related knowledge, attitudes, and behavior among unmarried migrant workers in Shanghai are investigated, ...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Wang KW,Wu JQ,Zhao HX,Li YY,Zhao R,Zhou Y,Ji HL

更新日期：2013-12-09 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Few studies in China have examined personal ultraviolet radiation (UVR) exposure using polysulfone dosimetry. METHODS:In this study, 93 mother and adolescent child pairs (N = 186) from two locations in China, one rural (higher latitude) and one urban (lower latitude), completed 3 days of personal UVR dosime...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Kimlin MG,Fang L,Feng Y,Wang L,Hao L,Fan J,Wang N,Meng F,Yang R,Cong S,Liang X,Wang B,Linet M,Potischman N,Kitahara C,Chao A,Wang Y,Sun J,Brodie A

更新日期：2019-03-08 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:There is a need for effective population-based physical activity interventions. The internet provides a good platform to deliver physical activity interventions and reach large numbers of people at low cost. Personalised advice in web-based physical activity interventions has shown to improve engagement and ...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Alley S,Jennings C,Plotnikoff RC,Vandelanotte C

更新日期：2014-07-21 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:To provide data on overweight, obesity and hypertension among adolescent girls in Norway and Argentina. METHODS:Data was obtained from two population-based, cross-sectional and descriptive studies containing anthropometric and blood pressure measurements of 15 to 18 year old girls. The study included 2,156 ...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Stray-Pedersen M,Helsing RM,Gibbons L,Cormick G,Holmen TL,Vik T,Belizán JM

更新日期：2009-10-30 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:A number of studies have shown a range of negative psychological symptoms (e.g. depression) after exposure to natural disasters. The aim of this study was to determine risk factors for depression in both children and adults who have survived natural disasters. METHODS:Four electronic databases (PubMed, Emba...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Tang B,Liu X,Liu Y,Xue C,Zhang L

更新日期：2014-06-19 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The association between food insecurity and mental health is established. Increasingly, associations between drought and mental health and drought and food insecurity have been observed in a number of countries. The impact of drought on the association between food insecurity and mental health has received l...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Friel S,Berry H,Dinh H,O'Brien L,Walls HL

更新日期：2014-10-24 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In South Asia, up to 20% of people ingesting pesticides for self-poisoning purchase the pesticide from a shop with the sole intention of self-harm. Individuals who are intoxicated with alcohol and/or non-farmers represent 72% of such high-risk individuals. We aimed to test the feasibility and acceptability o...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Weerasinghe M,Konradsen F,Eddleston M,Pearson M,Jayamanne S,Gunnell D,Hawton K,Agampodi S

更新日期：2018-02-20 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The implementation of road safety interventions in many developing countries usually focuses on the behavior of users. In order to draw more attention on the role of road infrastructure and physical environment in road safety interventions, this study aims to analyze the environmental and road factors associ...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Glèlè-Ahanhanzo Y,Kpozèhouen A,Sossa-Jerôme C,Sopoh GE,Tedji H,Yete K,Levêque A

更新日期：2021-01-19 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Suicide is a serious global public health problem, with more than 800,000 people dying by suicide worldwide every year. 79% of suicides happen in Low and Middle-Income Countries (LMICs), where lack of national suicide prevention programs coupled with inadequate MH facilities for early identification and trea...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Anjum A,Saeed Ali T,Akber Pradhan N,Khan M,Karmaliani R

更新日期：2020-06-23 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Epidemiological studies over the last decade have supplied growing evidence of an association between urbanization and the prevalence of psychiatric disorders. Our aim was to examine the link between levels of urbanization and 12-month prevalence rates of psychiatric disorders in a nationwide German populati...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Dekker J,Peen J,Koelen J,Smit F,Schoevers R

更新日期：2008-01-17 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Arts engagement within communities is ubiquitous across cultures globally and previous research has suggested its benefits for mental health and wellbeing. However, it remains unclear whether these benefits are driven by arts engagement itself or by important confounders such as socio-economic status (SES), ...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Wang S,Mak HW,Fancourt D

更新日期：2020-02-11 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:There is growing evidence that men who have sex with men (MSM) are currently a group at high risk of HIV infection in China. Our study aims to know the factors affecting consistent condom use among MSM recruited through the internet in Huzhou city. METHODS:An anonymous cross-sectional study was conducted by...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Jin M,Yang Z,Dong Z,Han J

更新日期：2013-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:There is increasing evidence linking environmental tobacco smoke (ETS) exposure at homes to the development of asthma among adolescents. Few studies have addressed this issue in the Middle Eastern countries including Kuwait. Therefore, this cross-sectional study assessed the prevalence of ETS exposure at hom...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Booalayan H,Abdualrasool M,Al-Shanfari S,Boujarwa A,Al-Mukaimi A,Alkandery O,Akhtar S

更新日期：2020-08-08 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Self-medication (SM) is a common and global health problem. The process of attempting SM is still unclear. Exploration of SM and its contributing factors would help policymakers design and develop preventive programs. This qualitative study aimed to explore the process of attempting SM among Iranian people. ...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Fereidouni Z,Najafi Kalyani M

更新日期：2019-12-02 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Epidemiological studies show wide variability in the occurrence of cannabis smoking and related disorders across countries. This study aims to estimate cross-national variation in cannabis users' experience of clinically significant cannabis-related problems in three countries of the Americas, with a focus o...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Fiestas F,Radovanovic M,Martins SS,Medina-Mora ME,Posada-Villa J,Anthony JC

更新日期：2010-03-23 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:There are insufficient research reports on the wide-scale dissemination of effective whole-community physical activity (PA) programs. The purpose of this paper is to evaluate the impact of the wide-scale dissemination of '10,000 Steps', using the RE-AIM framework. METHODS:Dissemination efforts targeted a la...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Van Acker R,De Bourdeaudhuij I,De Cocker K,Klesges LM,Cardon G

更新日期：2011-01-04 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Vitamin D levels may differ between migrant and non-migrant populations, especially among non-western immigrants living in a country with limited sun exposure such as Germany. This study examined serum vitamin D concentration and associated factors among Berliners with and without Turkish background. METHOD...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Krist L,Keller T,Becher H,Jöckel KH,Schlaud M,Willich SN,Keil T

更新日期：2019-01-28 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Sexual compulsivity (SC) and its relationship with unprotected intercourse (UI) have long been an intriguing topic, but its existential meaning in the management of public health or, more precisely, sexually transmitted infections (STIs) has rarely been studied to date. This study examines whether SC plays a...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Ni Y,Liu H,Gong R,Shi M,Zhang S,Wang S,Cai Y

更新日期：2021-01-15 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Lipid-reduction pharmacotherapy is often employed to reduce morbidity and mortality risk for patients with dyslipidemia or established cardiovascular disease. Associations between socioeconomic factors and the prescribing and use of lipid-lowering agents have been reported in several developed countries. ME...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Kitzmiller JP,Foraker RE,Rose KM

更新日期：2013-05-20 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Achieving the 95-95-95 global targets by 2030, innovative HIV testing models, such as HIV self-testing are needed for people, who are unaware of their HIV status. We aimed to explore key informants, mountain climbing porters, and female bar workers' attitudes, perceived norms, and personal agency related to ...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Njau B,Lisasi E,Damian DJ,Mushi DL,Boulle A,Mathews C

更新日期：2020-04-15 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Calls to a telephone health helpline (THHL) have been previously evaluated for the ability to monitor specific syndromes, such as fever and influenza-like-illness or gastrointestinal illness. This method of surveillance has been shown to be highly correlated with traditional surveillance methods, and to have...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： McGolrick D,Belanger P,Richardson H,Moore K,Maier A,Majury A

更新日期：2016-09-27 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:To date, there is scant literature that examines the recess context concurrent with, but separate from, levels of physical activity. The primary purpose of the current study was to examine how recess quality impacted physical activity levels, and how this was moderated by gender. A secondary purpose was to e...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Massey WV,Stellino MB,Geldhof J

更新日期：2020-05-27 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The World Health Organization has identified obesity as one of the most visible and neglected public health problems worldwide. Meta-analytic studies suggest that insufficient sleep increases the risk of developing obesity and related serious medical conditions. Unfortunately, the nationwide average sleep du...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Haynes PL,Silva GE,Howe GW,Thomson CA,Butler EA,Quan SF,Sherrill D,Scanlon M,Rojo-Wissar DM,Gengler DN,Glickenstein DA

更新日期：2017-10-10 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Social understandings of sexually transmitted infections and associated symptoms and care-seeking behaviour continue to lag behind advancements in biomedical diagnostics and treatment, perpetuating the burden of disease. There is a lack of research linking perceptions, experiences and care-seeking for sexual...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Mapp F,Hickson F,Mercer CH,Wellings K

更新日期：2016-07-11 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Older adults and individuals with underlying chronic diseases are at increased risk of developing influenza-related complications and are target groups for seasonal influenza vaccination in many countries. In Germany, an annual national information campaign is conducted to increase influenza vaccination upta...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Bödeker B,Remschmidt C,Schmich P,Wichmann O

更新日期：2015-07-07 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Survivors of bacterial meningitis and septicaemia can experience a range of after-effects. There is little published research on the needs and provision of aftercare for children surviving bacterial meningitis and septicaemia. METHODS:Mixed methods study employing a survey and follow-up interviews with a sa...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Clark LJ,Glennie L,Audrey S,Hickman M,Trotter CL

更新日期：2013-10-10 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Inadequate health literacy has been associated with poor management of long-term health conditions and has been identified as a key social determinant of health outcomes. However, little is understood about how health literacy might develop over time or the processes by which people may become more health li...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Edwards M,Wood F,Davies M,Edwards A

更新日期：2012-02-14 00:00:00