The association between fetal-stage exposure to the China famine and risk of diabetes mellitus in adulthood: results from the China health and retirement longitudinal study.

abstract：BACKGROUND:Previous studies have focused on the relationship between employment pathways and health-related outcomes based on cross-sectional or longitudinal approaches. However, little is known about the cumulative effects of employment status mobility on sickness absence (SA) over time. The aim of the present study w...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Hernando-Rodriguez JC,Serra L,Benavides FG,Ubalde-Lopez M

更新日期：2020-08-27 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Incentives are central to economics and are used across the public and private sectors to influence behavior. Recent interest has been shown in using financial incentives to promote desirable health behaviors and discourage unhealthy ones. MAIN TEXT:If we are going to use incentive schemes to influence heal...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Vlaev I,King D,Darzi A,Dolan P

更新日期：2019-08-07 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:A significant reduction in road traffic accidents has been observed since prevention measures were introduced by the French public authorities in 2002. The goals of this study are to describe the burden of road traffic accidents in a French Departement, and to identify changes if any between the periods 1997...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Lapostolle A,Gadegbeku B,Ndiaye A,Amoros E,Chiron M,Spira A,Laumon B

更新日期：2009-10-13 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Socioeconomic inequalities in access to maternal health care have received more attention as it challenges the sustainability of the ongoing achievement in reducing maternal mortality. By promoting access to maternal health care as one of the core targets of the Health Sector Reform, Lao People's Democratic ...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Do N,Tran HTG,Phonvisay A,Oh J

更新日期：2018-07-13 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The prevalence of self-reported low back pain among professional cooks was estimated to examine the effects of daily life conditions, job-related factors, and psychological factors on this disorder. METHODS:Data was collected using a mailed self-administered questionnaire. RESULTS:Of 7100 cooks, 5835 (82%)...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Nagasu M,Sakai K,Ito A,Tomita S,Temmyo Y,Ueno M,Miyagi S

更新日期：2007-07-24 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The Office of Public Health Preparedness and Response (OPHPR) in the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention conducts outreach for public preparedness for natural and manmade incidents. In 2011, OPHPR conducted a nationwide mobile public health (m-Health) campaign that pushed brief videos on preparing for...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Bandera C

更新日期：2016-05-25 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:School-based smoking prevention programs have been shown to increase knowledge of the negative effects of smoking and prevent tobacco smoking. The majority of evidence on effectiveness comes from Western countries. This study investigated the impact of school-based smoking prevention programs on adolescents'...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Tahlil T,Woodman RJ,Coveney J,Ward PR

更新日期：2013-04-19 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Smoking rates remain unacceptably high among individuals who are socially disadvantaged. Social and community service organisations (SCSO) are increasingly interested in providing smoking cessation support to clients, however little is known about the best way to assist disadvantaged smokers to quit in this ...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Bryant J,Bonevski B,Paul C,O'Brien J,Oakes W

更新日期：2011-06-24 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Despite it is costly, slow and non-reproducible process, physician review (PR) is a commonly used method to interpret verbal autopsy data. However, there is a growing interest to adapt a new automated and internally consistent method called InterVA. This study evaluated the level of agreement in determining ...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Weldearegawi B,Melaku YA,Dinant GJ,Spigt M

更新日期：2015-07-15 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Prior studies on social capital and health have assessed social capital in residential neighbourhoods and communities, but the question whether the concept should also be applicable in workplaces has been raised. The present study reports on the psychometric properties of an 8-item measure of social capital ...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Kouvonen A,Kivimäki M,Vahtera J,Oksanen T,Elovainio M,Cox T,Virtanen M,Pentti J,Cox SJ,Wilkinson RG

更新日期：2006-10-13 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Public health strategies that focus on legislative and policy change involving chronic disease risk factors such as unhealthy diet and physical inactivity have the potential to prevent chronic diseases and improve quality of life as a whole. However, many public health policies introduced as part of public h...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Kothari A,Gore D,MacDonald M,Bursey G,Allan D,Scarr J,Renewal of Public Health Systems Research Team.

更新日期：2013-10-08 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In the current context of diversity and coexistence of HIV testing approaches, limited information exists on test recipient's views of HIV testing services and programme attributes that could ease the testing process and make it more appealing for at risk individuals who don't know their HIV status. This stu...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Hoyos J,Belza MJ,Fernández-Balbuena S,Rosales-Statkus ME,Pulido J,de la Fuente L,Madrid Rapid HIV testing Group.

更新日期：2013-08-30 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Aboriginal people living in Canada have a high prevalence of obesity, type 2 diabetes, and cardiovascular disease (CVD). To better understand the pre and postnatal influences on the development of adiposity and related cardio-metabolic factors in adult Aboriginal people, we will recruit and follow prospectiv...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Wahi G,Wilson J,Miller R,Anglin R,McDonald S,Morrison KM,Teo KK,Anand SS,ABC investigators.

更新日期：2013-06-25 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Financial incentives are widely used strategies to alleviate poverty, foster development, and improve health. Cash transfer programs, microcredit, user fee removal policies and voucher schemes that provide direct or indirect monetary incentives to households have been used for decades in Latin America, Sub-S...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Bassani DG,Arora P,Wazny K,Gaffey MF,Lenters L,Bhutta ZA

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Introduction of human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine in national programs has proceeded apace since 2006, mostly in high-income countries. Recently concluded pilots of HPV vaccination in low-income countries have provided important lessons learned for these settings; however, rigorous evaluations of the feasib...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： LaMontagne DS,Nghi NQ,Nga le T,Janmohamed A,Huyen DT,Hien NT,Tsu VD

更新日期：2014-06-05 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Hepatitis C virus (HCV) recently emerged as a major public health hazard in Egypt. However, dramatic healthcare budget constraints limit access to the costly treatment. We assessed risk perception and priority setting for intervention among HCV, unsafe water, and outdoor air pollution in Cairo city. METHODS...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Schwarzinger M,Mohamed MK,Gad RR,Dewedar S,Fontanet A,Carrat F,Luchini S

更新日期：2010-12-20 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Alcohol is a Class-1 carcinogen but public awareness of the link between alcohol and cancer is low. The news media is a popular, readily-accessible source of health information and plays a key role in shaping public opinion and influencing policy-makers. Examination of how the link between alcohol and cancer...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Eliott J,Forster AJ,McDonough J,Bowd K,Crabb S

更新日期：2017-07-24 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Work-related burns are common among occupational injuries. Zhejiang Province is an industrial area with a high incidence of chemical burns. We aimed to survey epidemiological features of chemical burns in Zhejiang province to determine associated factors and acquire data for developing a strategy to prevent ...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Zhang YH,Han CM,Chen GX,Ye CJ,Jiang RM,Liu LP,Ni LF

更新日期：2011-09-30 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:An accurate prediction of unplanned readmission (UR) after discharge from hospital can facilitate physician's decision making processes for providing better quality of care in geriatric patients. The objective of this study was to explore the association of cardiac autonomic functions as measured by frequenc...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Chiang JK,Fu CH,Kuo TB,Koo M

更新日期：2011-02-27 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Macau has recently experienced expansive socioeconomic growth, leading to lifestyle changes that could have contributed to the development of certain diseases. Little information exists on the prevalence of metabolic syndrome (MetS) and associated risk factors. This information is important, since the manage...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Sobko T,Trindade D,Lao QX,Wong M,Io TK,Wa CK,Gu K

更新日期：2014-10-11 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The prevalence of type 2 diabetes mellitus is increasing substantially worldwide, leading to serious economic effects, complications and deaths. This study evaluated the effectiveness of an empowerment program providing support for psychosocial, behavioral, and clinical aspects of diabetes to help Brazilian ...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Cortez DN,Macedo MM,Souza DA,Dos Santos JC,Afonso GS,Reis IA,Torres HC

更新日期：2017-01-06 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Physical inactivity levels are rising in many countries with major implications for the prevalence of non-communicable diseases and the general health of the population worldwide. We conducted this study to examine leisure-time physical activity levels among African adults in an urban setting. METHODS:We co...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Akarolo-Anthony SN,Adebamowo CA

更新日期：2014-05-29 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Primary care organisations are faced with implementing a large number of guideline recommendations. We present methods by which the number of eligible patients requiring treatment, and the relative benefits to the whole population served by a general practice or Primary Care Trust, can be calculated to help ...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Heller RF,Edwards R,McElduff P

更新日期：2003-01-23 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Death rates due to hypertension in low and middle income countries are higher compared to high income countries. The present study is designed to combine life style modification and home blood pressure monitoring for control of hypertension in the context of low and middle income countries. METHODS:The stud...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Su TT,Majid HA,Nahar AM,Azizan NA,Hairi FM,Thangiah N,Dahlui M,Bulgiba A,Murray LJ

更新日期：2014-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:To efficiently plan appropriate public health interventions during possible epidemics, governments must take into consideration the following factors about the general population: their knowledge of epidemics, their fears of and psychological responses to them, their level of compliance with government measu...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Saadatian-Elahi M,Facy F,Del Signore C,Vanhems P

更新日期：2010-04-13 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Schools play an important role in providing access to physical activity opportunities for children. There are common economic and gender disparities in physical activity and health-related fitness among children, which may inform a school's programming needs. The purpose of this study is to gain a better und...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Walker TJ,Craig DW,Pavlovic A,Thiele S,Kohl HW 3rd

更新日期：2020-10-02 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The NHS Health Check (NHSHC) is a national programme for the prevention of non-communicable diseases. Patients aged 40-74 without an existing cardiovascular-related condition should be invited quinquennially. Uptake is lower than anticipated. We assessed the impact on uptake of two new behaviourally-enhanced...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Gold N,Durlik C,Sanders JG,Thompson K,Chadborn T

更新日期：2019-11-14 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:For some adolescents feeling lonely can be a protracted and painful experience. It has been suggested that engaging in health risk behaviours such as substance use and sexual behaviour may be a way of coping with the distress arising from loneliness during adolescence. However, the association between loneli...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Stickley A,Koyanagi A,Koposov R,Schwab-Stone M,Ruchkin V

更新日期：2014-04-16 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:There is a huge interest by faith-based organizations (FBOs) in sub-Saharan Africa and elsewhere in HIV prevention interventions that build on the religious aspects of being. Successful partnerships between the public health services and FBOs will require a better understanding of the conceptual framing of H...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Mpofu E,Nkomazana F,Muchado JA,Togarasei L,Bingenheimer JB

更新日期：2014-03-05 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Previous research has reported that sexual harassment can lead to reduced mental health. Few studies have focused on sexual harassment conducted by clients or customers, which might occur in person-related occupations such as eldercare work, social work or customer service work. This study examined the cross...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Friborg MK,Hansen JV,Aldrich PT,Folker AP,Kjær S,Nielsen MBD,Rugulies R,Madsen IEH

更新日期：2017-09-25 00:00:00