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Correction
Correction: Trends in sugar supply and consumption in Australia: is there an Australian Paradox?
Rikkers W, Lawrence D, Hafekost K, Mitrou F, Zubrick SR
BMC Public Health 2013, 13:1134 (5 December 2013)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/13/1134/abstract
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Research article
Reformulating partially hydrogenated vegetable oils to maximise health gains in India: is it feasible and will it meet consumer demand?
Downs SM, Gupta V, Ghosh-Jerath S, Lock K, Thow AM, Singh A
BMC Public Health 2013, 13:1139 (5 December 2013)
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Research article
Predictors of participation in preventive health examinations in Austria
Brunner-Ziegler S, Rieder A, Stein KV, Koppensteiner R, Hoffmann K, Dorner TE
BMC Public Health 2013, 13:1138 (5 December 2013)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/13/1138/abstract
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Research article
Effects of requested, forced and denied shift schedule change on work ability and health of nurses in Europe -Results from the European NEXT-Study
Galatsch M, Li J, Derycke H, Müller B, Hasselhorn H
BMC Public Health 2013, 13:1137 (5 December 2013)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/13/1137/abstract
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Research article
The Association between Hyperuricemia and Betel Nut Chewing in Taiwanese Men: a cross-sectional study
Tai T, Hsu C, Pai H, Liu W, Hsu Y
BMC Public Health 2013, 13:1136 (5 December 2013)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/13/1136/abstract
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Research article
Explaining the decline in coronary heart disease mortality in Turkey between 1995 and 2008
Unal B, Sözmen K, Ar¿k H, Gerçeklio¿lu G, Altun DU, ¿im¿ek H, Doganay S, Demiral Y, Aslan Ö, Bennett K, O´Flaherty M, Capewell S, Critchley J
BMC Public Health 2013, 13:1135 (5 December 2013)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/13/1135/abstract
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Research article
Cardiovascular disease in relation to diabetes status in immigrants from the Middle East compared to native Swedes: a cross-sectional study
Bennet L, Agardh C, Lindblad U
BMC Public Health 2013, 13:1133 (5 December 2013)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/13/1133/abstract
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The importance of parental beliefs and support for pedometer-measured physical activity on school days and weekend days among Canadian children
Vander Ploeg KA, Kuhle S, Maximova K, McGavock J, Wu B, Veugelers PJ
BMC Public Health 2013, 13:1132 (5 December 2013)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/13/1132/abstract
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Research article
Exploring the use of mobile phone technology for the enhancement of the prevention of mother-to-child transmission of HIV program in Nyanza, Kenya: a qualitative study
Jennings L, Ong¿ech J, Simiyu R, Sirengo M, Kassaye S
BMC Public Health 2013, 13:1131 (5 December 2013)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/13/1131/abstract
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Research article
Trends in influenza vaccination coverage in Portugal from 1998 to 2010: effect of major pandemic threats
Pinto CS, Nunes B, Branco MJ, Falcão JM
BMC Public Health 2013, 13:1130 (5 December 2013)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/13/1130/abstract
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Research article
Social media use by community-based organizations conducting health promotion: a content analysis
Ramanadhan S, Mendez SR, Rao M, Viswanath K
BMC Public Health 2013, 13:1129 (5 December 2013)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/13/1129/abstract
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Research article
Prevalence of latent tuberculosis infection in Sudan: a case-control study comparing interferon-gamma release assay and tuberculin skin test
Shakak AO, Khalil EA, Musa AM, Salih KA, Bashir AE, Ahmed AH, Idris FE, Elhassan AM
BMC Public Health 2013, 13:1128 (5 December 2013)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/13/1128/abstract
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Research article
Breast cancer in lesbians and bisexual women: systematic review of incidence, prevalence and risk studies
Meads C, Moore D
BMC Public Health 2013, 13:1127 (5 December 2013)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/13/1127/abstract
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Research article
Risk perceptions of STIs/HIV and sexual risk behaviours among sexually experienced adolescents in the Northern part of Lao PDR
Sychareun V, Thomsen S, Chaleunvong K, Faxelid E
BMC Public Health 2013, 13:1126 (5 December 2013)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/13/1126/abstract
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Research article
The effect of psychosocial stress on single mothers' smoking
Sperlich S, Maina MN, Noeres D
BMC Public Health 2013, 13:1125 (5 December 2013)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/13/1125/abstract
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Research article
Awareness of diabetes mellitus among diabetic patients in the Gambia: a strong case for health education and promotion
Foma MA, Saidu Y, Omoleke SA, Jafali J
BMC Public Health 2013, 13:1124 (5 December 2013)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/13/1124/abstract
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Research article
The prevalence and determinants of impaired fasting glucose in the population of Taiwan
Chen C, Yeh MC
BMC Public Health 2013, 13:1123 (5 December 2013)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/13/1123/abstract
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Research article
Gender differences in exposure to SRH information and risky sexual debut among poor Myanmar youths
Thin Zaw PP, Liabsuetrakul T, McNeil E, Htay TT
BMC Public Health 2013, 13:1122 (5 December 2013)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/13/1122/abstract
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Research article
"The association between stressful life events and depressive symptoms among Cypriot university students: a cross-sectional descriptive correlational study"
Sokratous S, Merkouris A, Middleton N, Karanikola M
BMC Public Health 2013, 13:1121 (5 December 2013)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/13/1121/abstract
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Research article
Prevalence and belief in the continuation of female genital cutting among high school girls: a cross - sectional study in Hadiya zone, Southern Ethiopia
Tamire M, Molla M
BMC Public Health 2013, 13:1120 (5 December 2013)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/13/1120/abstract
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Research article
The association between indoor temperature and body mass index in children: the PIAMA birth cohort study
Scheffers FR, Bekkers MB, Kerkhof M, Gehring U, Koppelman GH, Schipper M, Haveman-Nies A, Wijga AH
BMC Public Health 2013, 13:1119 (5 December 2013)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/13/1119/abstract
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Research article
Clustering of health-related behaviors, health outcomes and demographics in Dutch adolescents: a cross-sectional study
Busch V, Van Stel HF, Schrijvers AJ, de Leeuw JR
BMC Public Health 2013, 13:1118 (4 December 2013)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/13/1118/abstract
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Research article
The H1N1 pandemic: media frames, stigmatization and coping
McCauley M, Minsky S, Viswanath K
BMC Public Health 2013, 13:1116 (3 December 2013)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/13/1116/abstract
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Research article
Facilitating HIV status disclosure for pregnant women and partners in rural Kenya: a qualitative study
Walcott MM, Hatcher AM, Kwena Z, Turan JM
BMC Public Health 2013, 13:1115 (2 December 2013)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/13/1115/abstract
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Research article
The new nordic diet -- consumer expenditures and economic incentives estimated from a controlled intervention
Jensen JD, Poulsen SK
BMC Public Health 2013, 13:1114 (2 December 2013)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/13/1114/abstract
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Research article
A cross-sectional study of low physical fitness, self-rated fitness and psychosocial factors in a sample of Finnish 18- to 64-year-old men
Kaasalainen KS, Kasila K, Villberg J, Komulainen J, Poskiparta M
BMC Public Health 2013, 13:1113 (1 December 2013)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/13/1113/abstract
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Research article
Empowerment, partner’s behaviours and intimate partner physical violence among married women in Uganda
Kwagala B, Wandera S, Ndugga P, Kabagenyi A
BMC Public Health 2013, 13:1112 (1 December 2013)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/13/1112/abstract
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PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24289495

Research article
Neglected increases in rural road traffic mortality in China: findings based on health data from 2005 to 2010
Huang Y, Tian D, Gao L, Li L, Deng X, Mamady K, Hu G
BMC Public Health 2013, 13:1111 (1 December 2013)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/13/1111/abstract
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PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24289458

Research article
Associations between occupational indicators and total, work-based and leisure-time sitting: a cross-sectional study
Vandelanotte C, Duncan MJ, Short C, Rockloff M, Ronan K, Happell B, Di Milia L
BMC Public Health 2013, 13:1110 (1 December 2013)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/13/1110/abstract
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Research article
Predictors of validity and reliability of a physical activity record in adolescents
Verstraeten R, Lachat C, Ochoa-Avilés A, Hagströmer M, Huybregts L, Andrade S, Donoso S, Van Camp J, Maes L, Kolsteren P
BMC Public Health 2013, 13:1109 (1 December 2013)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/13/1109/abstract
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Research article
A systematic review of heterosexual anal intercourse and its role in the transmission of HIV and other sexually transmitted infections in Papua New Guinea
Kelly-Hanku A, Vallely A, Man W, Wilson D, Law G, Gray R
BMC Public Health 2013, 13:1108 (1 December 2013)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/13/1108/abstract
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PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24289271

Research article
Invasively-treated incidence of lower extremity peripheral arterial disease and associated factors in Taiwan: 2000--2011 nationwide hospitalized data analysis
Chang N, Chan C, Lu Y, Hsu J, Hsu Y, Chu D, Yang N
BMC Public Health 2013, 13:1107 (1 December 2013)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/13/1107/abstract
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Research article
Effect of breastfeeding promotion interventions on cost-effectiveness of rotavirus immunization in Indonesia
Suwantika AA, Postma MJ
BMC Public Health 2013, 13:1106 (1 December 2013)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/13/1106/abstract
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Research article
Nutritional knowledge as a determinant of vitamin and mineral supplementation during pregnancy
Popa AD, Ni¿¿ O, Graur (Arhire) LI, Popescu RM, Botnariu GE, Mihalache L, Graur M
BMC Public Health 2013, 13:1105 (1 December 2013)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/13/1105/abstract
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Research article
Body image and eating patterns among adolescents
Bibiloni M, Pich J, Pons A, Tur JA
BMC Public Health 2013, 13:1104 (1 December 2013)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/13/1104/abstract
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Research article
Association between neighborhood deprivation and fruits and vegetables consumption and leisure-time physical activity: a cross-sectional multilevel analysis
Alves L, Silva S, Severo M, Costa D, Pina MF, Barros H, Azevedo A
BMC Public Health 2013, 13:1103 (1 December 2013)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/13/1103/abstract
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Research article
Process evaluation of the Teamplay parenting intervention pilot: implications for recruitment, retention and course refinement
Jago R, Sebire SJ, Bentley GF, Turner KM, Goodred JK, Fox KR, Stewart-Brown S, Lucas PJ
BMC Public Health 2013, 13:1102 (1 December 2013)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/13/1102/abstract
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Research article
Correlates of consistent condom use among men who have sex with men recruited through the Internet in Huzhou city: a cross-sectional survey
Jin M, Yang Z, Dong Z, Han J
BMC Public Health 2013, 13:1101 (1 December 2013)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/13/1101/abstract
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Research article
Fit in 50 years: participation in high school sports best predicts one's physical activity after Age 70
Dohle S, Wansink B
BMC Public Health 2013, 13:1100 (1 December 2013)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/13/1100/abstract
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Research article
Type 2 diabetes patients' preferences and willingness to pay for lifestyle programs: a discrete choice experiment
Veldwijk J, Lambooij MS, van Gils PF, Struijs JN, Smit HA, de Wit GA
BMC Public Health 2013, 13:1099 (29 November 2013)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/13/1099/abstract
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Research article
Nutritional status of children under 5 years of age in the Brazilian Western Amazon before and after the Interoceanic highway paving: a population-based study
Ramalho AA, Mantovani SA, Delfino BM, Pereira TM, Martins AC, Oliart-Guzmán H, Brãna AM, Branco FL, Campos RG, Guimarães AS, Araújo TS, Oliveira CS, Codeço CT, Muniz PT, da Silva-Nunes M
BMC Public Health 2013, 13:1098 (28 November 2013)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/13/1098/abstract
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Research article
Predictors of antibiotics co-prescription with antimalarials for patients presenting with fever in rural Tanzania
Njozi M, Amuri M, Selemani M, Masanja I, Kigahe B, Khatib R, Kajungu D, Abdula S, Dodoo AN
BMC Public Health 2013, 13:1097 (27 November 2013)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/13/1097/abstract
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Research article
Children, parents and pets exercising together (CPET): exploratory randomised controlled trial
Morrison R, Reilly JJ, Penpraze V, Westgarth C, Ward DS, Mutrie N, Hutchison P, Young D, McNicol L, Calvert M, Yam PS
BMC Public Health 2013, 13:1096 (27 November 2013)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/13/1096/abstract
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PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24279294

Research article
A qualitative evidence synthesis of employees’ views of workplace smoking reduction or cessation interventions
Carroll C, Rick J, Leaviss J, Fishwick D, Booth A
BMC Public Health 2013, 13:1095 (26 November 2013)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/13/1095/abstract
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PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24274158




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