March 26, 2012

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The latest articles from BMC Public Health, published between 18-Mar-2012 and 25-Mar-2012

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Study protocol
The protocol for the Be Our Ally Beat Smoking (BOABS) study, a randomised controlled trial of an intensive smoking cessation intervention in a remote Aboriginal Australian health care setting
Marley JV, Atkinson D, Nelson C, Kitaura T, Gray D, Metcalf S, Murray R, Maguire GP
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:232 (23 March 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/232/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-232.pdf

Study protocol
Targeting children of substance-using parents with the community-based group intervention TRAMPOLINE: A randomised controlled trial - design, evaluation, recruitment issues
Broning S, Wiedow A, Wartberg L, Ruths S, Haevelmann A, Kindermann S, Moesgen D, Schaunig-Busch I, Klein M, Thomasius R
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:223 (22 March 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/223/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-223.pdf

Study protocol
Evaluation of a Dutch school-based depression prevention program for youths in highrisk neighborhoods: study protocol of a two-armed randomized controlled trial
Kindt KC, van Zundert R, Engels RC
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:212 (20 March 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/212/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-212.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22433176

Study protocol
The effectiveness of a health promotion with group intervention by clinical trial. Study protocol
Campo Osaba M, Del Val Garcia J, Lapena Estella C, Laguna Fernandez V, Garcia A, Lozano Randon O, Martin Diaz de Mendivil Z, Rodriguez Aira R, Borras Gallart E, Orfila Pernas F, Tierno Ortega M
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:209 (19 March 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/209/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-209.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22429693

Study protocol
Children, parents, and pets exercising together (CPET) randomised controlled trial: Study rationale, design, and methods
Yam PS, Morrison R, Penpraze V, Westgarth C, Ward DS, Mutrie N, Hutchison P, Young D, Reilly JJ
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:208 (19 March 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/208/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-208.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22429665

Study protocol
Protocol for the "Four steps to control your fatigue (4-STEPS)" randomised controlled trial: A self-regulation based physical activity intervention for patients with unexplained Chronic Fatigue
Marques M, De Gucht V, Maes S, Leal I
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:202 (19 March 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/202/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-202.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22429404

Study protocol
Effectiveness of a web-based health risk assessment with individually-tailored feedback on lifestyle behaviour: study protocol
Laan EK, Kraaijenhagen RA, Peek N, Busschers WB, Deutekom M, Bossuyt PM, Stronks K, Essink-Bot M
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:200 (19 March 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/200/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-200.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22429308

Study protocol
The DISC (Diabetes in Social Context) Study - evaluation of a culturally sensitive social network intervention for diabetic patients in lower socioeconomic groups: a study protocol
Vissenberg C, Nierkens V, Uitewaal PJ, Geraci D, Middelkoop BJ, Nijpels G, Stronks K
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:199 (19 March 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/199/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-199.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22429263

Research article
Latin American immigrants have limited access to health insurance in Japan: a cross sectional study
Suguimoto SP, Ono-Kihara M, Feldman MD, Kihara M
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:238 (25 March 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/238/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-238.pdf

Research article
Cervical cancer screening by visual inspection in Cote d'Ivoire, operational and clinical aspects according to HIV status
Horo A, Jaquet A, Ekouevi DK, Toure B, Coffie PA, Effi B, Messou E, Minga A, Moh R, Kone M, Dabis F, Sasco AJ
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:237 (23 March 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/237/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-237.pdf

Research article
Living alone and antidepressant medication use: a prospective study in a working-age population
Pulkki-Raback L, Kivimaki M, Ahola K, Joutsenniemi K, Elovainio M, Rossi H, Puttonen S, Koskinen S, Isometsa E, Lonnqvist J, Virtanen M
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:236 (23 March 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/236/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-236.pdf

Research article
Feeding styles of caregivers of children 6-23 months of age in Derashe special district, Southern Ethiopia
Wondafrash M, Amsalu T, Woldie M
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:235 (23 March 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/235/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-235.pdf

Research article
Relative risk of renal disease among people living with HIV: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Islam FM, Wu J, Jansson J, Wilson DP
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:234 (23 March 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/234/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-234.pdf

Research article
Eating Disorder Features in Indigenous Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australian Peoples
Hay PJ, Carriage C
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:233 (23 March 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/233/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-233.pdf

Research article
HIV prevalence among high school learners - Opportunities for schools-based HIV testing programmes and sexual reproductive health services
Kharsany AB, Mlotshwa M, Frohlich JA, Yende Zuma N, Samsunder N, Abdool Karim SS, Abdool Karim Q
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:231 (22 March 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/231/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-231.pdf

Research article
Sports activity and the use of cigarettes and snus among young males in Finland in 1999-2010
Mattila VM, Raisamo S, Pihlajamaki H, Mantysaari M, Rimpela A
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:230 (22 March 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/230/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-230.pdf

Research article
Support for children identified with acute flaccid paralysis under the Global Polio Eradication Programme in Uttar Pradesh, India: a qualitative study
Yotsu RR, Abba K, Smith H, Das A
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:229 (22 March 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/229/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-229.pdf

Research article
Family structure and breakfast consumption of 11-15year old boys and girls in Scotland, 1994-2010: a repeated cross-sectional study
Levin KA, Kirby J, Currie C
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:228 (22 March 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/228/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-228.pdf

Research article
Cardiovascular disease and air pollution in Scotland: no association or insufficient data and study design?
Willocks LJ, Bhaskar A, Ramsay CN, Lee D, Brewster DH, Fischbacher CM, Chalmers J, Morris G, Scott E
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:227 (22 March 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/227/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-227.pdf

Research article
Assessment of Utilization of Provider-initiated HIV testing and counseling as an intervention for prevention of mother to child transmission of HIV and associated factors among pregnant women in Gondar town, North West Ethiopia.
Tilahun Malaju M, Degu Alene G
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:226 (22 March 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/226/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-226.pdf

Research article
Sexual risk behaviors among youth heads of household in Gikongoro, south province of Rwanda
Ntaganira J, Hass LJ, Hosner S, Brown L, Mock NB
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:225 (22 March 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/225/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-225.pdf

Research article
Individual and social determinants of multiple chronic disease behavioral risk factors among youth
Alamian A, Paradis G
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:224 (22 March 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/224/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-224.pdf

Research article
Clinical effectiveness of pneumococcal vaccination against acute myocardial infarction and stroke in people over 60 years: the CAPAMIS study, one-year follow-up
Vila-Corcoles A, Ochoa-Gondar O, Rodriguez-Blanco T, Gutierrez-Perez A, Vila-Rovira A, Gomez F, Raga X, de Diego C, Satue E, Salsench E, Study Group E
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:222 (22 March 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/222/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-222.pdf

Research article
Pattern and levels of spending allocated to HIV prevention programs in low- and middle-income countries
Amico P, Gobet B, Avila-Figueroa C, Aran C, De Lay P
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:221 (21 March 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/221/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-221.pdf

Research article
Diarrhea incidence in low- and middle-income countries in 1990 and 2010: a systematic review
Fischer Walker CL, Perin J, Aryee MJ, Boschi-Pinto C, Black RE
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:220 (21 March 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/220/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-220.pdf

Research article
The mediating role of psychological capital on the association between occupational stress and depressive symptoms among Chinese physicians: a cross-sectional study
Liu L, Chang Y, Fu J, Wang J, Wang L
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:219 (21 March 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/219/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-219.pdf

Research article
Time trends in social differences in nutrition habits of a Lithuanian population: 1994-2010
Kriaucioniene V, Klumbiene J, Petkeviciene J, Sakyte E
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:218 (21 March 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/218/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-218.pdf

Research article
Is concern about young people's anti-social behaviour associated with poor health? Cross-sectional evidence from residents of deprived urban neighbourhoods
Egan M, Bond L, Kearns A, Tannahill C
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:217 (20 March 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/217/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-217.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22433443

Research article
Gender differences in alcohol-related non-consensual sex; cross-sectional analysis of a student population
Gunby C, Carline A, Bellis MA, Beynon C
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:216 (20 March 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/216/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-216.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22433420

Research article
Alcohol and cannabis use among adolescents in Flemish secondary school in Brussels: Effects of type of education
Berten H, Cardoen D, Brondeel R, Vettenburg N
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:215 (20 March 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/215/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-215.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22433291

Research article
Performance indicators for public mental healthcare: A systematic international inventory
Lauriks S, Buster MC, de Wit MA, Arah OA, Klazinga NS
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:214 (20 March 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/214/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-214.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22433251

Research article
Alcohol drinking patterns among high school students in Ethiopia: a cross-sectional study
Reda AA, Moges A, Wondmagegn BY, Biadgilign S
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:213 (20 March 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/213/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-213.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22433230

Research article
Cardiovascular inflammation in healthy women: multilevel associations with state-level prosperity, productivity and income inequality
Clark CR, Ridker PM, Ommerborn MJ, Huisingh CE, Coull B, Buring JE, Berkman LF
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:211 (20 March 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/211/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-211.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22433166

Research article
Diabetes mellitus type 2 in urban Ghana: characteristics and associated factors
Danquah I, Bedu-Addo G, Terpe K, Micah F, Amoako YA, Awuku YA, Dietz E, van der Giet M, Spranger J, Mockenhaupt FP
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:210 (20 March 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/210/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-210.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22429713

Research article
Factors affecting commencement and cessation of smoking behaviour in Malaysian adults
Ghani W, Razak IA, Yang Y, Talib NA, Ikeda N, Axell T, Gupta PC, Handa Y, Abdullah N, Zain RB
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:207 (19 March 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/207/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-207.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22429627

Research article
Does physical activity counselling enhance the effects of a pedometer-based intervention over the long-term: 12-month findings from the Walking for Wellbeing in the West study
Fitzsimons CF, Baker G, Gray SR, Nimmo MA, Mutrie N
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:206 (19 March 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/206/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-206.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22429600

Research article
Community responses to communication campaigns for Influenza A (H1N1): a focus group study
Gray L, MacDonald C, Mackie B, Paton D, Johnston D, Baker MG
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:205 (19 March 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/205/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-205.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22429559

Research article
Global asthma prevalence in adults: findings from the cross-sectional world health survey
To T, Stanojevic S, Moores G, Gershon AS, Bateman ED, Cruz AA, Boulet L
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:204 (19 March 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/204/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-204.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22429515

Research article
Smoking and health-related quality of life in English general population: implications for economic evaluations
Vogl M, Wenig CM, Leidl R, Pokhrel S
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:203 (19 March 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/203/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-203.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22429454

Research article
Multimorbidity prevalence and patterns across socioeconomic determinants: a cross-sectional survey
Agborsangaya CB, Lau D, Lahtinen M, Cooke T, Johnson JA
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:201 (19 March 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/201/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-201.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22429338

Research article
Socioeconomic inequality in domains of health: results from the World Health Surveys
Hosseinpoor A, Stewart Williams J, Itani L, Chatterji S
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:198 (19 March 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/198/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-198.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22429978


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