abstract：OBJECTIVES:Epidemiological research has confirmed the association between socioeconomic status (SES) and health, but only a few studies considered working conditions in this relationship. This study examined the contribution of physical and psychosocial working conditions in explaining the social gradient in self-rated...

journal_title：International journal of public health

authors： Bauer GF,Huber CA,Jenny GJ,Müller F,Hämmig O

更新日期：2009-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:The aim of this study was to identify stressors in seafaring aboard merchant and passenger vessels. Furthermore, their dependence on occupational and non-occupational factors was assessed. METHODS:A total of 134 male seafarers sailing under German-flagged vessels were interviewed (response 81.3 %). The seam...

journal_title：International journal of public health

authors： Oldenburg M,Jensen HJ,Latza U,Baur X

更新日期：2009-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Based on the theoretical and empirical approach of Pierre Bourdieu, a multivariate non-linear method is introduced as an alternative way to analyse the complex relationships between social determinants and health. METHODS:The analysis is based on face-to-face interviews with 695 randomly selected respondent...

journal_title：International journal of public health

authors： Grosse Frie K,Janssen C

更新日期：2009-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Nutrition transition and urbanization have been linked to the adoption of a Western diet. An increasing number of Cypriot have abandoned their traditional eating habits and replaced them with a more westernized diet. Therefore, we aimed to examine the relationship between dietary habits of preadolescent chil...

journal_title：International journal of public health

authors： Lazarou C,Kalavana T

更新日期：2009-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:The aim of this article is to explore socioeconomic inequalities in the psychological characteristics (psychological well-being, perceived mental health status) and perceived quality of life among cardiac patients. METHODS:A structured interview was conducted with 362 patients (32% women, mean age 56 +/- 7....

journal_title：International journal of public health

authors： Skodova Z,Nagyova I,van Dijk JP,Sudzinova A,Vargova H,Rosenberger J,Middel B,Studencan M,Reijneveld SA

更新日期：2009-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Define the prevalence of protein-energy malnutrition (PEM) in a convenient sample of Prague's homeless population. METHODS:The study was conducted in Prague over an 8 month period during 2003. Nutritional status was assessed using anthropometric measurements, biochemical and hematological indicators. Of the ...

journal_title：International journal of public health

authors： Kubisová D,Dlouhý P,Rambousková J,Andel M

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To collect information from third year medical students attending Croatian medical schools on prevalence of cigarette smoking and other tobacco use, exposure to second-hand smoke, desire to quit using tobacco, attitudes and training concerning counselling patients on tobacco cessation. METHODS:Global Health...

journal_title：International journal of public health

authors： Vrazic H,Ljubicic D,Schneider NK

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:This study compares educational differences in the functional limitations of 55-65-year-olds in the Netherlands in 1992 and 2002 and examines whether changes are explained by cohort lifestyle and psychosocial changes. METHODS:Data from two cohorts of 55-65-year-olds (n = 948 in 1992 and n = 980 in 2002) in ...

journal_title：International journal of public health

authors： Hoogendijk E,van Groenou MB,van Tilburg T,Deeg D

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:The aim of this paper is to present the Moscow Health Survey 2004, which was designed to examine health inequalities in Moscow. In particular we want to discuss social survey problems, such as non-response, in Moscow and Russia. METHODS:Interviews, covering social and economic circumstances, health and soci...

journal_title：International journal of public health

authors： Vågerö D,Kislitsyna O,Ferlander S,Migranova L,Carlson P,Rimachevskaya N

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To quantify the lifetime health and economic consequences of preventing and treating obesity with lifestyle intervention in Switzerland. METHODS:A Markov model was developed comparing lifestyle intervention and standard care in overweight and obese people. Changes in weight and cardiovascular risk factors over tim...

journal_title：International journal of public health

authors： Galani C,Schneider H,Rutten FF

更新日期：2007-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To analyze mammography and Pap smear status in Estonia where no organized population-based cancer screening is available. METHODS:5000 individuals (aged 16-64) were randomly chosen from the national population register; among them, 1755 women filled out postal questionnaires. RESULTS:50% of respondents age...

journal_title：International journal of public health

authors： Tekkel M,Veideman T,Baburin A,Rahu M

更新日期：2007-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To determine the self reported prevalence of suicidal ideation in South Australia and to examine the relationship of suicidal ideation with a range of risk, social and demographic factors and related health issues using data collected in a risk factor surveillance system. METHOD:Data were collected using a m...

journal_title：International journal of public health

authors： Taylor A,Dal Grande E,Gill T,Fisher L,Goldney R

更新日期：2007-01-01 00:00:00