Exploring service providers' perspectives on the prevention and management of fetal alcohol spectrum disorders in South Africa: a qualitative study.

abstract：BACKGROUND:Vaccination is one of the cornerstones of controlling an influenza pandemic. To optimise vaccination rates in the general population, ways of identifying determinants that influence decisions to have or not to have a vaccination need to be understood. Therefore, this study aimed to predict intention to have ...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Myers LB,Goodwin R

更新日期：2011-01-06 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:It is widely believed that corporate actors exert substantial influence on the making of public health policy, including in the alcohol field. However, the industry is far from being monolithic, comprising a range of producers and retailers with varying and diverse interests. With a focus on contemporary deb...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Holden C,Hawkins B,McCambridge J

更新日期：2012-06-26 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The HIV prevalence among men who have sex with men (MSM) in China has increased yearly. This study aimed to explore the association between the characteristics of social communication and condomless anal intercourse (CAI) among MSM and the implications for prevention and control of HIV among MSM in China usi...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Yang J,Xu H,Li S,Cheng W,Gu Y,Xu P,Yu Q,Lv F

更新日期：2019-06-10 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Malaria in pregnancy is prevalent in Sub-Saharan Africa. The first trimester of pregnancy is a critical period and the best preventive measure is Long Lasting Insecticidal Nets (LLIN). Unfortunately, few studies have been conducted which focuses on the usage and efficacy of LLIN on malaria prevention during ...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Hounkonnou C,Djènontin A,Egbinola S,Houngbegnon P,Bouraima A,Soares C,Fievet N,Accrombessi M,Yovo E,Briand V,Cottrell G

更新日期：2018-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The coexistence of overweight/obesity and undernutrition is often referred to as the double burden of malnutrition (DB). DB was shown to exist in many developing countries, especially in urban areas. Much less is known about DB in rural areas of developing countries. Also, the exact definition of DB varies b...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Fongar A,Gödecke T,Qaim M

更新日期：2019-11-21 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Among community-dwelling older adults, frailty is highly prevalent and recognized as a major public health concern. To prevent frailty it is important to identify those at risk of becoming frail, but at present, no accepted screening procedure is available. METHODS:The screening process developed as part of...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Jansen-Kosterink S,van Velsen L,Frazer S,Dekker-van Weering M,O'Caoimh R,Vollenbroek-Hutten M

更新日期：2019-05-03 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Insomnia is a major public health concern affecting about 10% of the general population in its chronic form. Furthermore, epidemiological surveys demonstrate that poor sleep and sleep dissatisfaction are even more frequent problems (10-48%) in the community. This is the first report on the prevalence of inso...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Paparrigopoulos T,Tzavara C,Theleritis C,Psarros C,Soldatos C,Tountas Y

更新日期：2010-09-03 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The technical efficiency (TE) of care among the elderly in long-term care facilities (LTCF) have become increasingly crucial policy concerns faced by developing countries and Asia, especially China. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the TE and the quality of care and identify its influencing factors ...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Zhang L,Zeng Y,Fang Y

更新日期：2019-09-05 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:There is limited evidence concerning how active commuting (AC) is associated with health benefits in young. The aim of the study was to analyze the relationship between AC to and from campus (walking) and obesity and metabolic syndrome (MetS) in a sample of Colombian university students. METHODS:A total of ...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： García-Hermoso A,Quintero AP,Hernández E,Correa-Bautista JE,Izquierdo M,Tordecilla-Sanders A,Prieto-Benavides D,Sandoval-Cuellar C,González-Ruíz K,Villa-González E,Ramírez-Vélez R

更新日期：2018-04-19 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Prolonged political instability may have exacerbated gender inequitable beliefs in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The aim of this study was to assess attitudes related to gender-equitable norms and its determinants among young, church-going women and men in Kinshasa, DRC. METHOD:Data were collected...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Lusey H,San Sebastian M,Christianson M,Edin KE

更新日期：2018-07-17 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:An effect of increased fruit and vegetable (FV) consumption on facial attractiveness has been proposed and recommended as a strategy to promote FV intakes, but no studies to date demonstrate a causal link between FV consumption and perceived attractiveness. This study investigated perceptions of attractivene...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Appleton KM,McGrath AJ,McKinley MC,Draffin CR,Hamill LL,Young IS,Woodside JV

更新日期：2018-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Although it is well known that employment conditions exert considerable effects on health and health equity, the association between employment conditions and the use of preventative health services has rarely been studied. We explored whether inequities in the use of preventative services were associated wi...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Shim HY,Jun JK,Shin JY

更新日期：2019-05-02 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Suicide is one of the leading causes of death and Disability Adjusted Life Years (DALYs) worldwide. The economic, emotional and human cost of suicidal behaviour to individuals, families, communities and society makes it a serious public health issue. We aim to determine the prevalence and factors associated ...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Dema T,Tripathy JP,Thinley S,Rani M,Dhendup T,Laxmeshwar C,Tenzin K,Gurung MS,Tshering T,Subba DK,Penjore T,Lhazeen K

更新日期：2019-12-02 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The benefits of physical activity on physical and mental health are well known. The accessibility of sports facilities is reported to have considerable association with the amount of physical activity a person participates in. Therefore, we investigated the association between subjectively assessed accessibi...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Lee SA,Ju YJ,Lee JE,Hyun IS,Nam JY,Han KT,Park EC

更新日期：2016-08-26 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In contrast to the considerable body of literature concerning the disabilities of the general population, little information exists pertaining to the disabilities of the farm population. Focusing on the disability issue to the insurants in the Farmers' Health Insurance (FHI) program in Taiwan, this paper exa...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Wang JH,Chang HH

更新日期：2010-10-26 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Osteoporosis is a debilitating disease. Adequate calcium consumption and physical activity are the two major modifiable risk factors. This paper describes the major outcomes and efficacy of a workplace-based targeted behaviour change intervention to improve the dietary and physical activity behaviours of wor...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Tan AM,LaMontagne AD,English DR,Howard P

更新日期：2016-08-24 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The UK has one of the highest rates for deaths from fire and flames in children aged 0-14 years compared to other high income countries. Evidence shows that smoke alarms can reduce the risk of fire-related injury but little exists on their cost-effectiveness. We aimed to compare the cost effectiveness of dif...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Saramago P,Cooper NJ,Sutton AJ,Hayes M,Dunn K,Manca A,Kendrick D,Keeping Children Safe at Home study.

更新日期：2014-05-16 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:Data on the association between body self-perception and eating patterns among adolescents are scarce. This study assessed the association between body image and eating patterns among normal-weight, overweight and obese adolescents. METHODS:A cross-sectional survey (n = 1231; 12-17 years old) was carried ou...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Bibiloni Mdel M,Pich J,Pons A,Tur JA

更新日期：2013-12-01 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:Resilience to disease is a process of positive adaptation despite the loss of health, it involves the development of vitality and skills to overcome the negative effects of adversity, risks, and vulnerability caused by disease. In Mexico, cancer is the leading cause of death in children. Both the diagnosis a...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Toledano-Toledano F,Moral de la Rubia J,Broche-Pérez Y,Domínguez-Guedea MT,Granados-García V

更新日期：2019-08-27 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Status of premarital sex, unintended pregnancy and associated factors among Chinese graduate students remain unclear. And unmarried graduate students' needs of family planning services seem to be ignored. In the present study, we ascertained the prevalence rate of premarital sex and unintended pregnancy, as ...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Zhou Y,Xiong C,Xiong J,Shang X,Liu G,Zhang M,Yin P

更新日期：2013-03-06 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Although data from longitudinal studies are sparse, effort-reward imbalance (ERI) seems to affect work ability. However, the potential pathway from restricted work ability to ERI must also be considered. Therefore, the aim of our study was to analyse cross-sectional and longitudinal associations between ERI ...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Bethge M,Radoschewski FM,Gutenbrunner C

更新日期：2012-10-15 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Between 2011 and 2015, Men who have sex with men (MSM) accounted for nearly half of new HIV cases among men in Israel. This study carries out a cost-utility analysis of PrEP (HIV Pre Exposure Prophylaxis), an antiretroviral medication that can protect against the acquisition of HIV infection, whose incidence...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Ginsberg GM,Chemtob D

更新日期：2020-02-27 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The UNAIDS 90-90-90 strategy clearly stipulates that 90% of all people on antiretroviral therapy (ART) should have a suppressed viral load. Intensified adherence counselling (IAC) was recently recommended by WHO to improve viral suppression among ART-treated paediatric and adolescent clients with virological...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Nasuuna E,Kigozi J,Babirye L,Muganzi A,Sewankambo NK,Nakanjako D

更新日期：2018-08-22 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Self-harm in adolescents is of growing concern internationally but limited evidence exists on the prevalence of self-harm in those living with HIV, who may be at higher risk of poor mental health outcomes. Therefore our aim was to determine the prevalence and predictors of self-harm among young people with p...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Copelyn J,Thompson LC,Le Prevost M,Castro H,Sturgeon K,Rowson K,Brice S,Foster C,Gibb DM,Judd A,Adolescents and Adults Living with Perinatal HIV (AALPHI) Steering Committee.

更新日期：2019-08-27 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Perinatal mortality is an important indicator of health. European comparisons of perinatal mortality show an unfavourable position for the Netherlands. Our objective was to study regional variation in perinatal mortality within the Netherlands and to identify possible explanatory factors for the found differ...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Tromp M,Eskes M,Reitsma JB,Erwich JJ,Brouwers HA,Rijninks-van Driel GC,Bonsel GJ,Ravelli AC

更新日期：2009-04-14 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Screen-related behaviours are highly prevalent in schoolchildren. Considering the adverse health effects and the relation of obesity and screen time in childhood, efforts to affect screen use in children are warranted. Parents have been identified as an important influence on children's screen time and there...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Van Lippevelde W,Bere E,Verloigne M,van Stralen MM,De Bourdeaudhuij I,Lien N,Vik FN,Manios Y,Grillenberger M,Kovács E,ChinAPaw MJ,Brug J,Maes L

更新日期：2014-08-18 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In Canada, there are many formal public health programs under development that aim to prevent injuries in the early years (e.g. 0-6). There are paradoxically no population-based studies that have examined patterns of injury by developmental stage among these young children. This represents a gap in the Canad...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Flavin MP,Dostaler SM,Simpson K,Brison RJ,Pickett W

更新日期：2006-07-18 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:This study aims to characterize the heterogeneity in BMI trajectories and evaluate how different BMI trajectories predict mortality risk in Canadian seniors. METHODS:Data came from the Canadian National Population Health Survey (NPHS, 1994-2011) and 1480 individuals aged 65-79 years with at least four BMI r...

journal_title：BMC public health

authors： Wang M,Yi Y,Roebothan B,Colbourne J,Maddalena V,Sun G,Wang PP

更新日期：2017-12-04 00:00:00