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Study protocol
Rationale and design of South Asian Birth Cohort (START): a Canada-India collaborative study
Anand SS, Vasudevan A, Gupta M, Morrison K, Kurpad A, Teo KK, Srinivasan K
BMC Public Health 2013, 13:79 (28 January 2013)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/13/79/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-13-79.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/23356884

Study protocol
Design and methods for evaluating an early childhood obesity prevention program in the childcare center setting
Natale R, Scott SH, Messiah SE, Schrack MM, Uhlhorn SB, Delamater A
BMC Public Health 2013, 13:78 (28 January 2013)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/13/78/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-13-78.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/23356862

Study protocol
Population based case--control study of serious non-fatal motorcycle crashes
Day L, Lenné MG, Symmons M, Hillard P, Newstead S, Allen T, McClure R
BMC Public Health 2013, 13:72 (25 January 2013)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/13/72/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-13-72.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/23351603

Correspondence
Harnessing the power of the grassroots to conduct public health research in sub-Saharan Africa: a case study from western Kenya in the adaptation of community-based participatory research (CBPR) approaches
Kamanda A, Embleton L, Ayuku D, Atwoli L, Gisore P, Ayaya S, Vreeman R, Braitstein P
BMC Public Health 2013, 13:91 (31 January 2013)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/13/91/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-13-91.pdf

Research article
Lifestyle change in Kerala, India: needs assessment and planning for a community-based diabetes prevention trial. K-DPP Needs Assessment
Daivadanam M, Absetz P, Sathish S, Thankappan KR, Fisher EB, Philip NE, Mathews E, Oldenburg B
BMC Public Health 2013, 13:95 (1 February 2013)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/13/95/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-13-95.pdf

Research article
Nondisclosure prosecutions and population health outcomes: examining HIV testing, HIV diagnoses, and the attitudes of men who have sex with men following nondisclosure prosecution media releases in Ottawa, Canada
O¿Byrne P, Willmore J, Bryan A, Friedman DS, Hendriks A, Horvath C, Massenat D, Bouchard C, Remis RS, Etches V
BMC Public Health 2013, 13:94 (1 February 2013)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/13/94/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-13-94.pdf

Research article
A cross-sectional study of secondhand smoke exposure and respiratory symptoms in non-current smokers in the U.S. trucking industry: SHS exposure and respiratory symptoms
Laden F, Chiu Y, Garshick E, Hammond SK, Hart JE
BMC Public Health 2013, 13:93 (1 February 2013)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/13/93/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-13-93.pdf

Research article
Exploring the potential for using results-based financing to address non-communicable diseases in low- and middle-income countries
Beane CR, Hobbs SH, Thirumurthy H
BMC Public Health 2013, 13:92 (1 February 2013)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/13/92/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-13-92.pdf

Research article
Hypertension in Northern Angola: prevalence, associated factors, awareness, treatment and control
Pires JE, Sebastião YV, Langa AJ, Nery SV
BMC Public Health 2013, 13:90 (31 January 2013)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/13/90/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-13-90.pdf

Research article
Exploring the gap between hand washing knowledge and practices in Bangladesh: a cross-sectional comparative study
Rabbi SE, Dey NC
BMC Public Health 2013, 13:89 (30 January 2013)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/13/89/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-13-89.pdf

Research article
Adiponectin in eutrophic and obese children as a biomarker to predict metabolic syndrome and each of its components
Klünder-Klünder M, Flores-Huerta S, García-Macedo R, Peralta-Romero J, Cruz M
BMC Public Health 2013, 13:88 (30 January 2013)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/13/88/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-13-88.pdf

Research article
Burden of childhood diseases and malnutrition in a semi-urban slum in southern India
Sarkar R, Sivarathinaswamy P, Thangaraj B, Sindhu KN, Ajjampur SS, Muliyil J, Balraj V, Naumova EN, Ward H, Kang G
BMC Public Health 2013, 13:87 (30 January 2013)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/13/87/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-13-87.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/23360429

Research article
Fertility desire and intention of people living with HIV/AIDS in Tanzania: a call for restructuring care and treatment services
Mmbaga EJ, Leyna GH, Ezekiel MJ, Kakoko DC
BMC Public Health 2013, 13:86 (30 January 2013)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/13/86/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-13-86.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/23360397

Research article
Disparities in attendance at diabetes self-management education programs after diagnosis in Ontario, Canada: a cohort study
Cauch-Dudek K, Victor J, Sigmond M, Shah BR
BMC Public Health 2013, 13:85 (30 January 2013)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/13/85/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-13-85.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/23360373

Research article
Association between perceived insufficient sleep, frequent mental distress, obesity and chronic diseases among US adults, 2009 behavioral risk factor surveillance system
Liu Y, Croft JB, Wheaton AG, Perry GS, Chapman DP, Strine TW, McKnight-Eily LR, Presley-Cantrell L
BMC Public Health 2013, 13:84 (29 January 2013)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/13/84/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-13-84.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/23360346

Research article
How has the flu virus infected the Web? 2010 influenza and vaccine information available on the Internet
Covolo L, Mascaretti S, Caruana A, Orizio G, Caimi L, Gelatti U
BMC Public Health 2013, 13:83 (29 January 2013)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/13/83/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-13-83.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/23360311

Research article
Organizational stressors associated with job stress and burnout in correctional officers: a systematic review
Finney C, Stergiopoulos E, Hensel J, Bonato S, Dewa CS
BMC Public Health 2013, 13:82 (29 January 2013)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/13/82/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-13-82.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/23356379

Research article
Japan Diabetes Outcome Intervention Trial-1(J-DOIT1), a nationwide cluster randomized trial of type 2 diabetes prevention by telephone-delivered lifestyle support for high-risk subjects detected at health checkups: Rationale, design, and recruitment
Sakane N, Kotani K, Takahashi K, Sano Y, Tsuzaki K, Okazaki K, Sato J, Suzuki S, Morita S, Izumi K, Kato M, Ishizuka N, Noda M, Kuzuya H
BMC Public Health 2013, 13:81 (29 January 2013)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/13/81/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-13-81.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/23356246

Research article
Changes in screen time activity in Norwegian children from 2001 to 2008: Two cross sectional studies
Øverby NC, Klepp K, Bere E
BMC Public Health 2013, 13:80 (29 January 2013)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/13/80/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-13-80.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/23356930

Research article
Sustainable development and public health: rating European countries
Seke K, Petrovic N, Jeremic V, Vukmirovic J, Kilibarda B, Martic M
BMC Public Health 2013, 13:77 (28 January 2013)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/13/77/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-13-77.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/23356822

Research article
The impact of the Cyprus comprehensive smoking ban on air quality and economic business of hospitality venues
Christophi CA, Paisi M, Pampaka D, Kehagias M, Vardavas C, Connolly GN
BMC Public Health 2013, 13:76 (27 January 2013)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/13/76/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-13-76.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/23351838

Research article
Determinants in adolescence for adult sickness absence in women and men: a 26-year follow-up of a prospective population based cohort (Northern Swedish cohort)
Mittendorfer-Rutz E, Hensing G, Westerlund H, Backheden M, Hammarström A
BMC Public Health 2013, 13:75 (26 January 2013)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/13/75/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-13-75.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/23351779

Research article
A cross-sectional survey on knowledge and perceptions of health risks associated with arsenic and mercury contamination from artisanal gold mining in Tanzania
Charles E, Thomas DS, Dewey D, Davey M, Ngallaba SE, Konje E
BMC Public Health 2013, 13:74 (25 January 2013)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/13/74/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-13-74.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/23351708

Research article
First national survival data for colorectal cancer among Saudis between 1994 and 2004: what's next?
Al-Ahwal MS, Shafik YH, Al-Ahwal HM
BMC Public Health 2013, 13:73 (25 January 2013)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/13/73/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-13-73.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/23351644

Research article
Relationship between area-level socioeconomic characteristics and outdoor NO2 concentrations in rural and urban areas of northern Spain
Fernández-Somoano A, Hoek G, Tardon A
BMC Public Health 2013, 13:71 (25 January 2013)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/13/71/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-13-71.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/23351567




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