abstract：BACKGROUND:Lipid management is less aggressive in blacks than whites and women than men. PURPOSE:To examine whether differences in lipid management for race-sex groups compared to white men are due to factors influencing health services utilization or physician prescribing patterns. METHODS:Because coronary heart dis...

journal_title：American journal of preventive medicine

authors： Safford MM,Gamboa CM,Durant RW,Brown TM,Glasser SP,Shikany JM,Zweifler RM,Howard G,Muntner P

更新日期：2015-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In 2012, CDC launched the first federally funded national mass media antismoking campaign. The Tips From Former Smokers (Tips) campaign resulted in a 12% relative increase in population-level quit attempts. PURPOSE:Cost-effectiveness analysis was conducted in 2013 to evaluate Tips from a funding agency's pe...

journal_title：American journal of preventive medicine

authors： Xu X,Alexander RL Jr,Simpson SA,Goates S,Nonnemaker JM,Davis KC,McAfee T

更新日期：2015-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Few studies have examined the underweight-morbidity relationship, and those that have were conducted in non-U.S. populations and limited in their evaluation of cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk factors. PURPOSE:To examine the associations among underweight (along with overweight and obese) and various CVD r...

journal_title：American journal of preventive medicine

authors： Loprinzi PD,Crespo CJ,Andersen RE,Smit E

更新日期：2015-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Health information technology is an emerging area of focus in clinical medicine with the potential to improve injury and violence prevention practice. With injuries being the leading cause of death for Americans aged 1-44 years, greater implementation of evidence-based preventive services, referral to community resour...

journal_title：American journal of preventive medicine

authors： Haegerich TM,Sugerman DE,Annest JL,Klevens J,Baldwin GT

更新日期：2015-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Obese and overweight women who smoke are more likely to be concerned about weight gain following cessation, impacting ability to quit and relapse. PURPOSE:To determine differences in weight concerns for underweight, normal weight, overweight, and obese female smokers by race/ethnicity. METHODS:From March t...

journal_title：American journal of preventive medicine

authors： Beebe LA,Bush T

更新日期：2015-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Oklahoma's tribal tobacco shops are distributed throughout the state, including in urban areas. During the time frame of this study, state excise tax rates for cigarettes varied by tribe and region, and took five distinct levels, ranging from 5.75 cents to $1.03 per pack. PURPOSE:To describe the pricing beh...

journal_title：American journal of preventive medicine

authors： Laux FL,Chaloupka FJ,Beebe LA

更新日期：2015-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:International debates are occurring about the effectiveness of minimum legal drinking age laws. Most minimum legal drinking age evaluation studies have focused on motor vehicle collision outcomes, but this literature is primarily based on naturalistic experiments involving legislation changes in the U.S. in ...

journal_title：American journal of preventive medicine

authors： Callaghan RC,Gatley JM,Sanches M,Asbridge M

更新日期：2014-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The Council of State and Territorial Epidemiologists (CSTE) implemented the Applied Epidemiology Fellowship (AEF) in 2003 to train public health professionals in applied epidemiology and strengthen applied epidemiology capacity within public health institutions to address the identified challenges. The CSTE ...

journal_title：American journal of preventive medicine

authors： Dick VR,Masters AE,McConnon PJ,Engel JP,Underwood VN,Harrison RJ

更新日期：2014-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Regular assessment of the size and composition of the U.S. public health workforce has been a challenge for decades. Previous enumeration efforts estimated 450,000 public health workers in governmental and voluntary agencies in 2000, and 326,602 governmental public health workers in 2012, although difference...

journal_title：American journal of preventive medicine

authors： Beck AJ,Boulton ML,Coronado F

更新日期：2014-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Approximately 1% of U.S. women may have an undiagnosed bleeding disorder, which can diminish quality of life and lead to life-threatening complications during menstruation, childbirth, and surgery. PURPOSE:To understand young women's knowledge, attitudes, and perceptions about bleeding disorders and determi...

journal_title：American journal of preventive medicine

authors： Rhynders PA,Sayers CA,Presley RJ,Thierry JM

更新日期：2014-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Brain health may be affected by modifiable lifestyle factors; consuming fish and antioxidative omega-3 fatty acids may reduce brain structural abnormality risk. PURPOSE:To determine whether dietary fish consumption is related to brain structural integrity among cognitively normal elders. METHODS:Data were ...

journal_title：American journal of preventive medicine

authors： Raji CA,Erickson KI,Lopez OL,Kuller LH,Gach HM,Thompson PM,Riverol M,Becker JT

更新日期：2014-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Planners have relied on the urban development boundary (UDB)/urban growth boundary (UGB) and central business district (CBD) to encourage contiguous urban development and conserve infrastructure. However, no studies have specifically examined the relationship between proximity to the UDB/UGB and CBD and walk...

journal_title：American journal of preventive medicine

authors： Brown SC,Lombard J,Toro M,Huang S,Perrino T,Perez-Gomez G,Plater-Zyberk E,Pantin H,Affuso O,Kumar N,Wang K,Szapocznik J

更新日期：2014-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Text messaging programs on mobile phones have shown some promise in helping people quit smoking. Text2Quit is an automated, personalized, interactive mobile health program that sends text messages to offer advice, support, and reminders about quitting smoking. PURPOSE:To evaluate the effect of Text2Quit on ...

journal_title：American journal of preventive medicine

authors： Abroms LC,Boal AL,Simmens SJ,Mendel JA,Windsor RA

更新日期：2014-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Research on associations between substances of abuse and suicidal behaviors is a large, complex area. Herein, alcohol, the most commonly abused intoxicant worldwide, is examined with a focus on two topics: (1) acute use of alcohol (AUA) shortly prior to suicidal behavior; and (2) more chronic alcohol use disorder (AUD...

journal_title：American journal of preventive medicine

authors： Conner KR,Bagge CL,Goldston DB,Ilgen MA

更新日期：2014-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Suicide is a leading cause of death in the U.S. As both the rate and number of suicides continue to climb, the country struggles with how to reverse this alarming trend. Using population-based data from publically available sources including the Web-based Injury Statistics Query and Reporting System, National Survey o...

journal_title：American journal of preventive medicine

authors： Colpe LJ,Pringle BA

更新日期：2014-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：CONTEXT:Health communication campaigns including mass media and health-related product distribution have been used to reduce mortality and morbidity through behavior change. The intervention is defined as having two core components reflecting two social marketing principles: (1) promoting behavior change through multip...

journal_title：American journal of preventive medicine

authors： Robinson MN,Tansil KA,Elder RW,Soler RE,Labre MP,Mercer SL,Eroglu D,Baur C,Lyon-Daniel K,Fridinger F,Sokler LA,Green LW,Miller T,Dearing JW,Evans WD,Snyder LB,Kasisomayajula Viswanath K,Beistle DM,Chervin DD,Bernhar

更新日期：2014-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Tribal sovereignty exempts tribal casinos from statewide smoking bans. PURPOSE:To conduct a tribally-led assessment to identify the characteristics of casino patrons at Lake of the Torches Resort Casino in Lac du Flambeau WI and their preferences for a smoke-free casino. METHODS:A survey was administered f...

journal_title：American journal of preventive medicine

authors： Brokenleg IS,Barber TK,Bennett NL,Peart Boyce S,Blue Bird Jernigan V

更新日期：2014-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Sexual violence is a serious and costly public health problem. Current research that systematically documents the broad range of economic costs of sexual violence is lacking. PURPOSE:To estimate the incidence and costs of sexual violence in Iowa in 2009. METHODS:Using data obtained from population surveys,...

journal_title：American journal of preventive medicine

authors： Yang J,Miller TR,Zhang N,LeHew B,Peek-Asa C

更新日期：2014-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The lengthy and uncertain translation of research into clinical practice is well documented. Much of the current "gold standard" clinical research is slow, expensive, and lacks perceived relevance for practitioners and decision makers. In contrast, we summarize experiences conducting the My Own Health Report (MOHR) pr...

journal_title：American journal of preventive medicine

authors： Glasgow RE,Kessler RS,Ory MG,Roby D,Gorin SS,Krist A

更新日期：2014-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Influenza vaccination for all children aged 6 months to 18 years has been recommended since 2008 to prevent flu-related morbidity and mortality. However, 2010-2011 influenza vaccine coverage estimates show under-vaccination in children of all ages. We examined predictors of influenza vaccination in Michigan ...

journal_title：American journal of preventive medicine

authors： Clayton JL,Potter RC,Wells EV,Carlton CA,Boulton ML

更新日期：2014-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Population-wide sodium reduction strategies aim to reduce the cardiovascular burden of excess dietary sodium. Lowering sodium in packaged foods, which contribute the most dietary sodium, is an important intervention to lower population intakes. PURPOSE:To determine sodium levels in Canadian packaged foods a...

journal_title：American journal of preventive medicine

authors： Arcand J,Au JT,Schermel A,L'Abbe MR

更新日期：2014-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Beginning in 2009, the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) revised its food packages and provided more whole grains, fruits, and vegetables and fewer foods with high saturated fat content. However, knowledge of the impact of this policy shift on the diets of WIC part...

journal_title：American journal of preventive medicine

authors： Kong A,Odoms-Young AM,Schiffer LA,Kim Y,Berbaum ML,Porter SJ,Blumstein LB,Bess SL,Fitzgibbon ML

更新日期：2014-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Prior national surveys capture smoking behaviors of the aggregated U.S. Hispanic/Latino population, possibly obscuring subgroup variation. PURPOSE:To describe cigarette use among Hispanic/Latino adults across subgroups of age, gender, national background, SES, birthplace, and degree of acculturation to the ...

journal_title：American journal of preventive medicine

authors： Kaplan RC,Bangdiwala SI,Barnhart JM,Castañeda SF,Gellman MD,Lee DJ,Pérez-Stable EJ,Talavera GA,Youngblood ME,Giachello AL

更新日期：2014-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Evidence of associations between the built environment and obesity risk has been steadily building, yet few studies have focused on the relationship between the built environment and aspects of metabolism related to obesity's most tightly linked comorbidity, type 2 diabetes. PURPOSE:To examine the relations...

journal_title：American journal of preventive medicine

authors： Hsieh S,Klassen AC,Curriero FC,Caulfield LE,Cheskin LJ,Davis JN,Goran MI,Weigensberg MJ,Spruijt-Metz D

更新日期：2014-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The workplace is an important domain for adults, and many effective interventions targeting physical activity and weight reduction have been implemented in the workplace. However, the U.S. workforce is aging, and few studies have examined the relationship of BMI, physical activity, and age as they relate to ...

journal_title：American journal of preventive medicine

authors： Nelson CC,Wagner GR,Caban-Martinez AJ,Buxton OM,Kenwood CT,Sabbath EL,Hashimoto DM,Hopcia K,Allen J,Sorensen G

更新日期：2014-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Numerous studies show that many primary care physicians (PCPs) do not discuss preventive health behaviors related to diet and exercise with their overweight patients. PURPOSE:To investigate whether certain counseling approaches by PCPs in their clinical encounters with patients are associated with improveme...

journal_title：American journal of preventive medicine

authors： Berry LL,Flynn AG,Seiders K,Haws KL,Quach SQ

更新日期：2014-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Infant mortality rates (IMRs) are disproportionally high in the U.S. South; however, the proximate contributors that could inform regional action remain unclear. PURPOSE:To quantify the components of excess infant mortality in the U.S. South by maternal race/ethnicity, underlying cause of death, and gestati...

journal_title：American journal of preventive medicine

authors： Hirai AH,Sappenfield WM,Kogan MD,Barfield WD,Goodman DA,Ghandour RM,Lu MC

更新日期：2014-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Associations between economic conditions and health are usually derived from cost-intensive surveys that are intermittently collected with nonspecific measures (i.e., self-rated health). PURPOSE:This study identified how precise health concerns changed during the U.S. Great Recession analyzing Google search...

journal_title：American journal of preventive medicine

authors： Althouse BM,Allem JP,Childers MA,Dredze M,Ayers JW

更新日期：2014-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Well-being encompasses physical, psychological, and social aspects of health and predicts healthcare utilization and expenditures. Despite their potential clinical impact, interventions that leverage social network effects to target well-being are uncommon. PURPOSE:Using a pragmatic design, to evaluate the ...

journal_title：American journal of preventive medicine

authors： Cobb NK,Poirier J

更新日期：2014-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Data indicating the extent to which evidence-based decision making (EBDM) is used in local health departments (LHDs) are limited. PURPOSE:This study aims to determine use of decision-making processes by New York State LHD leaders and upper-level staff and identify facilitators and barriers to the use of EBD...

journal_title：American journal of preventive medicine

authors： Sosnowy CD,Weiss LJ,Maylahn CM,Pirani SJ,Katagiri NJ

更新日期：2013-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Editors' Note: We invited a sample of AJPM's Editorial Board, supplement guest editors, and longtime colleagues and contributors to share their experiences and impressions of the impact of AJPM on their respective domains. We were particularly fond of Ken Powell's analogy to being "tenders of the planted seed"--as pla...

journal_title：American journal of preventive medicine

authors： Friends of AJPM

更新日期：2013-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：CONTEXT:Given its high prevalence and impact on quality of life, more research is needed in identifying factors that may prevent depression. This review examined whether physical activity (PA) is protective against the onset of depression. EVIDENCE ACQUISITION:A comprehensive search was conducted up until December 201...

journal_title：American journal of preventive medicine

authors： Mammen G,Faulkner G

更新日期：2013-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Physicians have limited time for weight-loss counseling, and there is a lack of resources to which they can refer patients for assistance with weight loss. Weight-loss mobile applications (apps) have the potential to be a helpful tool, but the extent to which they include the behavioral strategies included i...

journal_title：American journal of preventive medicine

authors： Pagoto S,Schneider K,Jojic M,DeBiasse M,Mann D

更新日期：2013-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The Michigan Maternal and Infant Health Program (MIHP) is a population-based home-visitation program providing care coordination, referrals, and visits based on a plan of care. MIHP is available to all Medicaid-eligible pregnant women and infants aged ≤1 year in Michigan. PURPOSE:To assess the effects of MI...

journal_title：American journal of preventive medicine

authors： Meghea CI,Raffo JE,Zhu Q,Roman L

更新日期：2013-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Government-issued agricultural subsidies are worsening obesity trends in America. Current agricultural policy remains largely uninformed by public health discourse. Although findings suggest that eliminating all subsidies would have a mild impact on the prevalence of obesity, a revision of commodity programs could hav...

journal_title：American journal of preventive medicine

authors： Franck C,Grandi SM,Eisenberg MJ

更新日期：2013-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Lifetime direct medical cost of treating type 2 diabetes and diabetic complications in the U.S. is unknown. PURPOSE:This study provides nationally representative estimates of lifetime direct medical costs of treating type 2 diabetes and diabetic complications in people newly diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, ...

journal_title：American journal of preventive medicine

authors： Zhuo X,Zhang P,Hoerger TJ

更新日期：2013-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：CONTEXT:Postnatal depression is highly prevalent in mothers. Although physical activity has been found to reduce the risk of depression in the general population, little is known regarding its link with postnatal depression. This review examined original research investigating the relationship between physical activity...

journal_title：American journal of preventive medicine

authors： Teychenne M,York R

更新日期：2013-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Since 2006-2007, education agencies (e.g., school districts) participating in U.S. federal meal programs are required to have wellness policies. To date, this is the only federal policy that addresses foods and beverages sold outside of school meals (in competitive venues). PURPOSE:To examine the extent to ...

journal_title：American journal of preventive medicine

authors： Hood NE,Colabianchi N,Terry-McElrath YM,O'Malley PM,Johnston LD

更新日期：2013-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Previous studies on physical activity interventions in preschools have reported limited effectiveness. Participatory community-based approaches hold promise for increasing intervention effectiveness and involving parents as key stakeholders in a sustainable way. PURPOSE:To assess whether a participatory par...

journal_title：American journal of preventive medicine

authors： De Bock F,Genser B,Raat H,Fischer JE,Renz-Polster H

更新日期：2013-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Given the health benefits of walking, there is interest in understanding how physical environments favor walking. Although GIS-derived measures of land-use mix, street connectivity, and residential density are commonly combined into indices to assess how conducive neighborhoods are to walking, field validati...

journal_title：American journal of preventive medicine

authors： Hajna S,Dasgupta K,Halparin M,Ross NA

更新日期：2013-06-01 00:00:00