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The latest articles from BMC Public Health, published between 21-May-2012 and 28-May-2012

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Study protocol
Triage of frail elderly with reduced exercise tolerance in primary care (TREE). A clustered randomized diagnostic study
van Mourik Y, Moons KG, Bertens LC, Reitsma JB, Hoes AW, Rutten FH
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:385 (28 May 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/385/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-385.pdf

Study protocol
The Do-Well study: protocol for a randomised controlled trial, economic and qualitative process evaluations of domiciliary welfare rights advice for socio-economically disadvantaged older people recruited via primary health care
Haighton C, Moffatt S, Howel D, McColl E, Milne E, Deverill M, Rubin G, Aspray T, White M
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:382 (28 May 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/382/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-382.pdf

Study protocol
Nutrition education intervention for dependent patients: protocol of a randomized controlled trial
Arija V, Martín N, Canela T, Anguera C, Castelao AI, García-Barco M, García-Campo A, González-Bravo AI, Lucena C, Martínez T, Fernández-Barrés S, Pedret R, Badia W, Basora J
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:373 (24 May 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/373/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-373.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22625878

Study protocol
Working on wellness (WOW): A worksite health promotion intervention programme
Kolbe-Alexander TL, Proper KI, Lambert EV, Van Wier MF, Pillay JD, Nossel C, Adonis L, Van Mechelen W
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:372 (24 May 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/372/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-372.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22625844

Study protocol
Feasibility and effectiveness of a targeted diabetes prevention program for 18 to 60-year-old South Asian migrants: design and methods of the DH!AAN study
Vlaar EM, van Valkengoed IG, Nierkens V, Nicolaou M, Middelkoop BJ, Stronks K
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:371 (23 May 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/371/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-371.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22621376

Correspondence
Using GRADE methodology for the development of public health guidelines for the prevention and treatment of HIV and other STIs among men who have sex with men and transgender people
Akl EA, Kennedy C, Konda K, Caceres CF, Horvath T, Ayala G, Doupe A, Gerbase A, Wiysonge CS, Segura ER, Schünemann HJ, Lo Y
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:386 (28 May 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/386/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-386.pdf

Research article
The cost of child health inequalities in Aotearoa New Zealand: a preliminary scoping study
Mills C, Reid P, Vaithianathan R
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:384 (28 May 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/384/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-384.pdf

Research article
A qualitative study of leadership characteristics among women who catalyze positive community change
Folta SC, Seguin RA, Ackerman J, Nelson ME
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:383 (28 May 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/383/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-383.pdf

Research article
Predictors of condom use and refusal among the population of Free State province in South Africa
Chandran T, Berkvens D, Chikobvu P, Nöstlinger C, Colebunders R, Williams B, Speybroeck N
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:381 (28 May 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/381/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-381.pdf

Research article
Prevalence and trends of the diabetes epidemic in South Asia: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Jayawardena R, Ranasinghe P, Byrne NM, Soares MJ, Katulanda P, Hills AP
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:380 (25 May 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/380/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-380.pdf

Research article
Disability among elderly rural villagers: report of a survey from Gonoshasthaya Kendra, Bangladesh.
Cherry N, Chowdhury M, Haque R, McDonald C, Chowdhury Z
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:379 (25 May 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/379/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-379.pdf

Research article
Blood pressure and particulate air pollution in schoolchildren of Lahore, Pakistan
Sughis M, Nawrot TS, Ihsan-ul-Haque S, Amjad A, Nemery B
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:378 (25 May 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/378/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-378.pdf

Research article
Gambling, housing conditions, community contexts and child health in remote Indigenous communities in the Northern Territory, Australia
Stevens M, Bailie RS
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:377 (25 May 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/377/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-377.pdf

Research article
Adopting and implementing nutrition guidelines in recreational facilities: Public and private sector roles. A multiple case study.
Olstad D, Raine KD, McCargar LJ
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:376 (25 May 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/376/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-376.pdf

Research article
Pre-marital sexual debut and its associated factors among in-school adolescents in Eastern Ethiopia
Oljira L-, Berhane Y-, Worku A-
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:375 (24 May 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/375/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-375.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22626258

Research article
The relationship between body composition and physical fitness in 14 year old adolescents residing within the Tlokwe local municipality, South Africa: The PAHL study
Monyeki M, Neetens R, Moss SJ, Twisk J
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:374 (24 May 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/374/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-374.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22626033

Research article
Assessment of eight HPV vaccination programs implemented in lowest income countries
Ladner J, Besson M, Hampshire R, Tapert L, Chirenje M, Saba J
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:370 (23 May 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/370/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-370.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22621342

Research article
Diagnostic and treatment delay among Tuberculosis patients in Afar Region, Ethiopia: A cross-sectional study
Belay M, Bjune G, Ameni G, Abebe F
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:369 (23 May 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/369/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-369.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22621312

Research article
The Changes in female physical and childbearing characteristics in China and potential association with risk of breast cancer
Zhang Q, Liu L, Wang F, Mu K, Yu Z
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:368 (21 May 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/368/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-368.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22612880




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