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Study protocol
The design of a real-time formative evaluation of the implementation process of lifestyle interventions at two worksites using a 7-step strategy (BRAVO@Work)
Wierenga D, Engbers LH, van Empelen P, Hildebrandt VH, van Mechelen W
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:619 (7 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/619/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-619.pdf

Study protocol
Interventions to delay institutionalization of frail older persons: design of a longitudinal study in the home care setting
de Almeida Mello J, Van Durme T, Macq J, Declercq A
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:615 (6 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/615/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-615.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22867442

Study protocol
Case-finding of dementia in general practice and effects of subsequent collaborative care; design of a cluster RCT
van den Dungen P, Moll van Charante EP, van Marwijk HW, van der Horst HE, van de Ven PM, van Hout HP
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:609 (4 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/609/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-609.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22863299

Study protocol
The impact of African ethnicity and migration on pregnancy in women living with HIV in the UK: design and methods
Tariq S, Pillen A, Tookey PA, Brown AE, Elford J
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:596 (2 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/596/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-596.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22853319

Study protocol
The development of the Be Active & Relax ¿Vitality in Practice¿ (VIP) project and design of an RCT to reduce the need for recovery in office employees
Coffeng JK, Hendriksen IJ, Duijts SF, Proper KI, van Mechelen W, Boot CR
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:592 (2 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/592/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-592.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22852835

Correspondence
External validity in healthy public policy: application of the RE-AIM tool to the field of housing improvement
Thomson HJ, Thomas S
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:633 (9 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/633/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-633.pdf

Correspondence
Quality of health news disseminated in the print media in developing countries: a case study in Iran
Ashorkhani M, Gholami J, Maleki K, Nedjat S, Mortazavi J, Majdzadeh R
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:627 (9 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/627/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-627.pdf

Research article
The Cedar Project: high incidence of HCV infections in a longitudinal study of young Aboriginal people who use drugs in two Canadian cities
Spittal PM, Pearce ME, Chavoshi N, Christian WM, Moniruzzaman A, Teegee M, Schechter MT
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:632 (9 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/632/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-632.pdf

Research article
Waist circumference a good indicator of future risk for type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease
Siren R, Eriksson JG, Vanhanen H
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:631 (9 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/631/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-631.pdf

Research article
Psychometric testing of the short version of the world health organization quality of life (WHOQOL-BREF) questionnaire among pulmonary tuberculosis patients in Taiwan
Chung W, Lan Y, Yang M
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:630 (9 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/630/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-630.pdf

Research article
Acceptance patterns and decision-making for human papillomavirus vaccination among parents in Vietnam: an in-depth qualitative study post-vaccination
Cover JK, Nghi N, LaMontagne D, Huyen D, Hien N, Nga L
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:629 (9 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/629/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-629.pdf

Research article
Life course socio-economic position and quality of life in adulthood: a systematic review of life course models
Niedzwiedz CL, Katikireddi SV, Pell JP, Mitchell R
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:628 (9 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/628/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-628.pdf

Research article
The relationship between changes in health behaviour and initiation of lipid-lowering and antihypertensive medications in individuals at high risk of ischaemic heart disease
Hempler NF, Krasnik A, Pisinger C, Jørgensen T
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:626 (8 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/626/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-626.pdf

Research article
Weight loss among female health care workers- a 1-year workplace based randomized controlled trial in the FINALE-health study
Christensen JR, Overgaard K, Carneiro IG, Holtermann A, Søgaard K
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:625 (8 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/625/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-625.pdf

Research article
Physical activity and health related quality of life
Anokye NK, Trueman P, Green C, Pavey TG, Taylor RS
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:624 (7 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/624/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-624.pdf

Research article
Sexual behaviour and risk factors for the acquisition of human papillomavirus infections in young people in Italy: suggestions for future vaccination policies
Panatto D, Amicizia D, Trucchi C, Casabona F, Lai P, Bonanni P, Boccalini S, Bechini A, Tiscione E, Zotti C, Coppola R, Masia G, Meloni A, Castiglia P, Piana A, Gasparini R
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:623 (7 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/623/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-623.pdf

Research article
Effects of psychosocial stimulation on improving home environment and child-rearing practices: results from a community-based trial among severely malnourished children in Bangladesh
Nahar B, Hossain M, Hamadani JD, Ahmed T, Grantham-McGregor S, Persson L
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:622 (7 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/622/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-622.pdf

Research article
Impact of community tracer teams on treatment outcomes among tuberculosis patients in South Africa
Bronner LE, Podewils LJ, Peters A, Somnath P, Nshuti L, Walt M, Mametja LD
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:621 (7 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/621/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-621.pdf

Research article
Revisiting current "barefoot doctors" in border areas of China: system of services, financial issue and clinical practice prior to introducing integrated management of childhood illness (IMCI)
Li X, Chongsuvivatwong V, Xia X, Sangsupawanich P, Zheng W, Ma K
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:620 (7 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/620/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-620.pdf

Research article
Legionella on board trains: effectiveness of environmental surveillance and decontamination
Quaranta G, Vincenti S, Ferriero A, Boninti F, Sezzatini R, Turnaturi C, Gliubizzi M, Munafò E, Ceccarelli G, Causarano C, Accorsi M, Del Nord P, Ricciardi W, Laurenti P
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:618 (7 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/618/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-618.pdf

Research article
Neighbourhood socioeconomic inequalities in incidence of acute myocardial infarction: a cohort study quantifying age- and gender-specific differences in relative and absolute terms
Koopman C, van Oeffelen AA, Bots ML, Engelfriet PM, Verschuren WM, van Rossem L, van Dis I, Capewell S, Vaartjes I
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:617 (7 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/617/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-617.pdf

Research article
Obesity and elevated blood pressure among adolescents in Lagos, Nigeria: a cross-sectional study
Oduwole AO, Ladapo TA, Fajolu IB, Ekure EN, Adeniyi OF
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:616 (7 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/616/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-616.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22867531

Research article
The impact of immigration and vaccination in reducing the incidence of hepatitis B in Catalonia (Spain)
Oviedo M, Muñoz M, Carmona G, Borras E, Batalla J, Soldevila N, Dominguez A
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:614 (6 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/614/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-614.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22867276

Research article
Is there really a pot of gold at the end of the rainbow? Has the Occupational Specific Dispensation, as a mechanism to attract and retain health workers in South Africa, leveled the playing field?
George GL, Rhodes B
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:613 (6 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/613/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-613.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22867099

Research article
Food patterns and dietary quality associated with organic food consumption during pregnancy; data from a large cohort of pregnant women in Norway
Torjusen H, Lieblein G, Næs T, Haugen M, Meltzer H, Brantsæter A
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:612 (6 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/612/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-612.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22862737

Research article
Family income trajectory during childhood is associated with adiposity in adolescence: a latent class growth analysis
Kendzor DE, Caughy MO, Owen MT
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:611 (5 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/611/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-611.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22863369

Research article
Is the high-risk strategy to prevent cardiovascular disease equitable? A pharmacoepidemiological cohort study
Wallach Kildemoes H, Diderichsen F, Krasnik A, Lange T, Andersen M
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:610 (4 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/610/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-610.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22863326

Research article
Non-seatbelt use and associated factors among Thai drivers during Songkran festival
Siviroj P, Peltzer K, Pengpid S, Morarit S
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:608 (4 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/608/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-608.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22863275

Research article
Availability of exercise facilities and physical activity in 2,037 adults: cross-sectional results from the Swedish neighborhood and physical activity (SNAP) study
Eriksson U, Arvidsson D, Sundquist K
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:607 (3 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/607/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-607.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22863215

Research article
A qualitative study on caretakers' perceived need of bed-nets after reduced malaria transmission in Zanzibar, Tanzania
Beer N, Ali AS, Eskilsson H, Jansson A, Abdul-Kadir FM, Rotllant-Estelrich G, Abass AK, Wabwire-Mangen F, Björkman A, Källander K
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:606 (3 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/606/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-606.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22863188

Research article
Perinatal and early life factors associated with symptoms of depression in Brazilian children
Pereira TS, Silva AA, Alves MT, Simoes VM, Batista RF, Rodriguez JD, Figueiredo FP, Lamy-Filho F, Barbieri MA, Bettiol H
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:605 (3 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/605/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-605.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22863172

Research article
Predictors of chronic food insecurity among adolescents in Southwest Ethiopia: a longitudinal study
Belachew T, Lindstrom D, Gebremariam A, Jira C, Hattori M, Lachat C, Huybregts L, Kolsteren P
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:604 (3 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/604/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-604.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22863140

Research article
Exposures to war-related traumatic events and post-traumatic stress disorder symptoms among displaced Darfuri female university students: an exploratory study
Badri A, Crutzen R, den Borne H
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:603 (3 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/603/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-603.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22863107

Research article
Randomised controlled trial of an automated, interactive telephone intervention (TLC Diabetes) to improve type 2 diabetes management: Baseline findings and six-month outcomes
Williams ED, Bird D, Forbes AW, Russell A, Ash S, Friedman R, Scuffham PA, Oldenburg B
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:602 (3 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/602/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-602.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22857017

Research article
Knowledge, attitudes and practices among people with chronic hepatitis B attending a hepatology clinic in Malaysia: A cross sectional study
Mohamed R, Ng CJ, Tong WT, Abidin SZ, Wong LP, Low WY
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:601 (3 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/601/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-601.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22856889

Research article
Applying what works: a systematic search of the transfer and implementation of promising Indigenous Australian health services and programs
McCalman J, Tsey K, Clifford A, Earles W, Shakeshaft A, Bainbridge R
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:600 (3 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/600/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-600.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22856688

Research article
Social, psychological, and environmental-structural factors determine consistent condom use among rural-to-urban migrant female sex workers in Shanghai China
Ye X, Shang M, Shen T, Pei B, Jiang X, Cai Y
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:599 (3 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/599/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-599.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22856643

Research article
The gender gap in mobility: A global cross-sectional study
Mechakra-Tahiri SD, Freeman EE, Haddad S, Samson E, Zunzunegui M
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:598 (2 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/598/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-598.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22856611

Research article
Mental health, duration of unemployment, and coping strategy: a cross-sectional study of unemployed migrant workers in eastern china during the economic crisis
Chen L, Li W, He J, Wu L, Yan Z, Tang W
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:597 (2 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/597/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-597.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22856556

Research article
Sexually transmitted infections associated syndromes assisted in the primary health care in Northeast, Brazil
Cavalcante EG, Araújo MA, Galvão MT, de Moura HJ, Gondim AP, da Silva RM
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:595 (2 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/595/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-595.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22853173

Research article
Air sampling procedures to evaluate microbial contamination: a comparison between active and passive methods in operating theatres
Napoli C, Marcotrigiano V, Montagna M
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:594 (2 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/594/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-594.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22853006

Research article
Changing epidemiologic patterns of deliberate self poisoning in a rural district of Sri Lanka
Senarathna L, Jayamanna SF, Kelly PJ, Buckley NA, Dibley MJ, Dawson AH
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:593 (2 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/593/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-593.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22852867




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