June 7, 2011

Latest Article Alert from BMC Public Health (31 articles)

The latest articles from BMC Public Health, published between 31-May-2011 and 06-Jun-2011

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Study protocol
Integrating a family-focused approach into child obesity prevention: Rationale and design for the My Parenting SOS study randomized control trial
Ward DS, Vaughn AE, Bangdiwala KI, Campbell M, Jones DJ, Panter AT, Stevens J
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:431 (5 June 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/431/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-431.pdf

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Safety during the Monitoring of Diabetic Patients: Trial Teaching Course on Health Professionals and Diabetics - SEGUDIAB Study
Cabre JJ, Ripoll M, Hernandez JM, Basora J, Bejarano F, Arija V
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:430 (5 June 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/430/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-430.pdf

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FUMEPOC Early detection of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease in smokers
Gil-Guillen V, Orozco-Beltran D, Carratala Munuera C, Plaza-Sirvent C, Lorca-Amorrich P, Lopez-Pineda A, Vela-Troncoso MP, Soler JJ, Yarza-Canellas M, Fernandez A, Rosado-Breton L, Olivares-Bautista C, Munoz-Fernandez A, [fsrt] F
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:413 (31 May 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/413/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-413.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/21627787

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The German Young Olympic Athletes' Lifestyle and Health Management Study (GOAL Study): design of a mixed-method study
Thiel A, Diehl K, Giel KE, Schnell A, Schubring A, Mayer J, Zipfel S, Schneider S
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:410 (31 May 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/410/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-410.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/21627777

Research article
Early Risk Factors for Being a Bully, Victim, or Bully/Victim in Late Elementary and Early Secondary Education. The longitudinal TRAILS study.
Jansen DE, Veenstra R, Ormel J, Verhulst FC, Reijneveld SA
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:440 (6 June 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/440/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-440.pdf

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What do we know about the non-work determinants of workers' mental health? A systematic review of longitudinal studies
Beauregard N, Marchand A, Blanc M
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:439 (6 June 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/439/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-439.pdf

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View the label before you view the movie: A field experiment into the impact of Portion size and Guideline Daily Amounts labelling on soft drinks in cinemas
Vermeer WM, Steenhuis IH, Leeuwis FH, Bos AE, de Boer MR, Seidell JC
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:438 (6 June 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/438/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-438.pdf

Research article
Prevalence and risk factors of childhood allergic diseases in eight metropolitan cities in China: a multicenter study
Li F, Zhou Y, Li S, Jiang F, Jin X, Yan C, Tian Y, Zhang Y, Tong S, Shen X
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:437 (6 June 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/437/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-437.pdf

Research article
A step forward for understanding the morbidity burden in Guinea: a national descriptive study
Mamady K, Hu G
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:436 (6 June 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/436/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-436.pdf

Research article
Automated data extraction from general practice records in an Australian setting: Trends in influenza-like illness in sentinel general practices and emergency departments
Liljeqvist GT, Staff M, Puech M, Blom H, Torvaldsen S
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:435 (6 June 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/435/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-435.pdf

Research article
Weight Watchers on prescription: An observational study of weight change among adults referred to Weight Watchers by the NHS
Ahern AL, Olson AD, Aston LM, Jebb SA
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:434 (6 June 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/434/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-434.pdf

Research article
Intra-familial and ethnic effects on attitudinal and perceptual body image: a cohort of South African mother-daughter dyads
Mchiza ZJ, Goedecke JH, Lambert EV
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:433 (6 June 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/433/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-433.pdf

Research article
Primary care utilisation patterns among an urban immigrant population in the Spanish National Health System
Calderon-Larranaga A, Gimeno-Feliu LA, Macipe-Costa R, Poblador-Plou B, Bordonaba-Bosque D, Prados-Torres A
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:432 (6 June 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/432/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-432.pdf

Research article
Work-related pesticide poisoning among farmers in two villages of Southern China: a cross-sectional survey
Zhang X, Zhao W, Jing R, Wheeler K, Smith GA, Stallones L, Xiang H
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:429 (3 June 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/429/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-429.pdf

Research article
Non-leisure time physical activity is an independent predictor of longevity for a Taiwanese elderly population: an eight-year follow-up study
Lin Y, Huang Y, Lu F, Wu J, Chang C, Yang Y
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:428 (3 June 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/428/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-428.pdf

Research article
The Correlates of Leisure Time Physical Activity among an Adults Population from Southern Taiwan
Chen Y, Huang Y, Lu F, Wu J, Lin LL, Chang C, Yang Y
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:427 (3 June 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/427/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-427.pdf

Research article
Uptake and outcomes of a prevention-of mother-to-child transmission (PMTCT) program in Zomba district, Malawi
van Lettow M, Bedell R, Landes M, Gawa L, Gatto S, Mayuni I, Chan AK, Tenthani L, Schouten E
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:426 (3 June 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/426/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-426.pdf

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Researchers' experience with project management in health and medical research: Results from a post-project review
Payne JM, France KE, Henley N, D'Antoine HA, Bartu AE, Elliott EJ, Bower C
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:424 (2 June 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/424/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-424.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/21635721

Research article
Impact of Changing the Measles Vaccine Vial Size on Niger's Vaccine Supply Chain: A Computational Model
Assi T, Brown ST, Djibo A, Norman BA, Rajgopal J, Welling JS, Chen S, Bailey RR, Kone S, Kenea H, Connor DL, Wateska AR, Jana A, Wisniewski SR, Van Panhuis WG, Burke DS, Lee BY
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:425 (2 June 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/425/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-425.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/21635774

Research article
Improving children's nutrition environments: A survey of adoption and implementation of nutrition guidelines in recreational facilities
Olstad D, Downs SM, Raine KD, Berry TR, McCargar LJ
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:423 (1 June 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/423/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-423.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/21631946

Research article
Risky Sexual Practices and Related factors among ART Attendees in Addis Ababa Public Hospitals, Ethiopia: A Cross-sectional Study
Dessie Y, Gerbaba M, Bedru A, Davey G
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:422 (1 June 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/422/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-422.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/21631935

Research article
Non-specific physical symptoms in relation to actual distance and perceived proximity to mobile phone base stations and powerlines.
Baliatsas C, Van Kamp I, Kelfkens G, Schipper M, Bolte J, Yzermans J, Lebret E
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:421 (1 June 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/421/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-421.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/21631930

Research article
Dental and prosthodontic status of an over 40 year-old population in Shandong Province, China
Zhang Q, Witter DJ, Bronkhorst EM, Creugers NH
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:420 (1 June 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/420/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-420.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/21631917

Research article
Feasibility and acceptability of point of care HIV testing in community outreach and GUM drop-in services in the North West of England: A programmatic evaluation
MacPherson P, Chawla A, Jones K, Coffey E, Spaine V, Harrison I, Jelliman P, Phillips-Howard P, Beynon C, Taegtmeyer M
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:419 (1 June 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/419/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-419.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/21627851

Research article
Economic Impacts of Illness in Older Workers: Quantifying the impact of illness on income, tax revenue and government spending
Schofield DJ, Shrestha RN, Percival R, Passey ME, Kelly SJ, Callander EJ
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:418 (1 June 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/418/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-418.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/21627844

Research article
Health-related productivity losses increase when the health condition is co-morbid with psychological distress: findings from a large cross-sectional sample of working Australians.
Holden L, Scuffham PA, Hilton MF, Ware RS, Vecchio N, Whiteford HA
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:417 (31 May 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/417/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-417.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/21627840

Research article
An Industry Perspective on Canadian Patients' Involvement in Medical Tourism: Implications for Public Health
Johnston R, Crooks VA, Adams K, Snyder J, Kingsbury P
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:416 (31 May 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/416/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-416.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/21627830

Research article
Characteristics of Patients with Venous Thromboembolism and Atrial Fibrillation in Venezuela.
Bennett D, Abate J, Abrahamson PE
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:415 (31 May 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/415/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-415.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/21627817

Research article
Perceptions of young Jordanian adults to proposed anti-tobacco pictorial warning labels
Hawari FI, Bader RK, Beano HM, Obeidat NA, Ayub HS, Habashneh MA, Shtaiwi AS, Shihab RA, Madanat HN, Novotny TE
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:414 (31 May 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/414/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-414.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/21627794

Research article
Recommendations to improve physical activity among teenagers- A qualitative study with ethnic minority and European teenagers
Brophy S, Crowley A, Mistry R, Hill R, Choudhury S, Thomas NE, Rapport F
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:412 (31 May 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/412/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-412.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/21627781

Research article
Dietary differences between elderly Iranians living in Sweden and Iran A cross-sectional comparative study
Koochek A, Mirmiran P, Sundquist K, Hosseini F, Azizi T, Moeini AS, Johansson S, Karlstrom B, Azizi F, Sundquist J
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:411 (31 May 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/411/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-411.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/21627780

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