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

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Study protocol
A randomized controlled trial to assess the efficacy of an interactive mobile messaging intervention for underserved smokers: Project ACTION
Vidrine DJ, Fletcher FE, Danysh HE, Marani S, Irvin Vidrine J, Cantor SB, Prokhorov AV
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:696 (25 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/696/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-696.pdf

Study protocol
Legacy for Children
Perou R, Elliott MN, Visser SN, Claussen AH, Scott KG, Beckwith LH, Howard J, Katz LF, Smith C
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:691 (23 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/691/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-691.pdf

Study protocol
A phase II clinical trial of a dental health education program delivered by aboriginal health workers to prevent early childhood caries
Blinkhorn FA, Brown N, Freeman R, Humphris G, Martin A, Blinkhorn A
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:681 (21 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/681/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-681.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22909327

Research article
Parasite-based malaria diagnosis: Are Health Systems in Uganda equipped enough to implement the policy?
Kyabayinze DJ, Achan J, Nakanjako D, Mpeka B, Mawejje H, Mugizi R, Kalyango JN, D'Alessandro U, Talisuna AO, Van Geertruden J
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:695 (24 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/695/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-695.pdf

Research article
Changes in work situation and work ability in young female and male workers. A prospective cohort study
Boström M, Sluiter JK, Hagberg M
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:694 (24 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/694/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-694.pdf

Research article
Self-reported leisure time physical activity: a useful assessment tool in everyday health care
Rödjer L, Jonsdottir IH, Rosengren A, Björck L, Grimby G, Thelle DS, Lappas G, Börjesson M
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:693 (24 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/693/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-693.pdf

Research article
A cross sectional assessment of knowledge, attitude and practice towards Hepatitis B among healthy population of Quetta, Pakistan
Ul Haq N, Hassali M, Shafie AA, Saleem F, Farooqui M, Aljadhey H
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:692 (23 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/692/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-692.pdf

Research article
Validation of the Vivago Wrist-Worn accelerometer in the assessment of physical activity
Vanhelst J, Hurdiel R, Mikulovic J, Bui-Xuan G, Fardy P, Theunynck D, Béghin L
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:690 (22 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/690/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-690.pdf

Research article
What are patient factors associated with the quality of diabetes care?: results from the Korean National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey
Ko K, Kim B, Oh S, Um C, Shin D, Park S, Lee H
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:689 (22 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/689/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-689.pdf

Research article
Validation of food store environment secondary data source and the role of neighborhood deprivation in Appalachia, Kentucky
Gustafson AA, Lewis S, Wilson C, Pitts S
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:688 (22 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/688/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-688.pdf

Research article
Individual-level space-time analyses of emergency department data using generalized additive modeling
Vieira VM, Weinberg J, Webster TF
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:687 (22 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/687/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-687.pdf

Research article
Associations between reporting of cancer alarm symptoms and socioeconomic and demographic determinants: a population-based, cross-sectional study
Svendsen RP, Paulsen MS, Larsen PV, Hansen BL, Støvring H, Jarbøl DE, Søndergaard J
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:686 (22 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/686/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-686.pdf

Research article
Caregiving associated with selected cancer risk behaviors and screening utilization among women: cross-sectional results of the 2009 BRFSS
Reeves KW, Bacon K, Fredman L
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:685 (21 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/685/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-685.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22908937

Research article
Priorities for research in child maltreatment, intimate partner violence and resilience to violence exposures: results of an international Delphi consensus development process
Wathen CN, MacGregor JC, Hammerton J, Coben JH, Herrman H, Stewart DE, MacMillan HL
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:684 (21 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/684/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-684.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22908894

Research article
Implementing new health interventions in developing countries: why do we lose a decade or more?
Brooks A, Smith TA, de Savigny D, Lengeler C
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:683 (21 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/683/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-683.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22908877

Research article
The importance of work conditions and health for voluntary job mobility: a two-year follow-up
Reineholm C, Gustavsson M, Liljegren M, Ekberg K
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:682 (21 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/682/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-682.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22909352

Research article
Integrating a framework for conducting public health systems research into statewide operations-based exercises to improve emergency preparedness
Hunter JC, Yang JE, Petrie M, Aragón TJ
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:680 (20 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/680/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-680.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22905991

Research article
Controlling epidemic spread by social distancing: Do it well or not at all
Maharaj S, Kleczkowski A
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:679 (20 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/679/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-679.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22905965

Research article
Medical Expenditures Associated with Nonfatal Occupational Injuries among Immigrant and U.S.-born Workers
Xiang H, Shi J, Lu B, Wheeler K, Zhao W, Wilkins JR, Smith GA
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:678 (20 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/678/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-678.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22905938

Research article
Improving adherence to ante-retroviral treatment for people with harmful alcohol use in Kariobangi, Kenya through participatory research and action
Othieno CJ, Obondo AA, Muthoni M
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:677 (20 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/677/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-677.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22905910

Research article
Association between self-rated health and mortality: 10 years follow-up to the Pro-Saude cohort study
Nery Guimarães J, Chor D, Werneck G, Carvalho M, Coeli C, Lopes CS, Faerstein E
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:676 (20 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/676/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-676.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22905737

Research article
Prevalence of metabolic syndrome (MetS) in Chinese subjects gradually increased with impaired glucose homeostasis: a multicenter, clinical based, cross-sectional study
Xiang Y, Huang G, Zhou W, Che Z, Zhou P, Zhou Z
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:675 (20 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/675/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-675.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22905725

Research article
Implementation and effect of intensified case finding on diagnosis of tuberculosis in a large urban HIV clinic in Uganda: a retrospective cohort study.
Hermans S, Nasuuna E, van Leth F, Byhoff E, Schwarz M, Hoepelman A, Lange J, Manabe YC
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:674 (20 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/674/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-674.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22905704

Research article
Effects of a combined lifestyle score on 10-year mortality in Korean men and women: a prospective cohort study.
Yun J, Won S, Kimm H, Jee S
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:673 (20 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/673/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-673.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22900981

Research article
The ongoing impacts of hepatitis c - a systematic narrative review of the literature
Miller ER, McNally S, Wallace J, Schlichthorst M
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:672 (18 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/672/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-672.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22900973




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