April 25, 2014

Latest Article Alert from BMC Public Health

The latest articles from BMC Public Health, published between 09-Apr-2014 and 23-Apr-2014

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Debate
Building on the EGIPPS performance assessment: the multipolar framework as a heuristic to tackle the complexity of performance of public service oriented health care organisations
Marchal B, Hoerée T, da Silveira VC, Van Belle S, Prashanth NS, Kegels G
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:378 (17 April 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/378/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-14-378.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24742181

Research article
Risk factors of diarrhoeal disease in under-five children among health extension model and non-model families in Sheko district rural community, Southwest Ethiopia: comparative cross-sectional study
Gebru T, Taha M, Kassahun W
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:395 (23 April 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/395/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-14-395.pdf

Research article
Self-rated mental health and socio-economic background: a study of adolescents in Sweden
Hutton K, Nyholm M, Nygren JM, Svedberg P
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:394 (23 April 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/394/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-14-394.pdf

Research article
Traditional healers and the potential for collaboration with the national tuberculosis programme in Vanuatu: results from a mixed methods study
Viney K, Johnson P, Tagaro M, Fanai S, Linh NN, Kelly P, Harley D, Sleigh A
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:393 (23 April 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/393/abstract
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Research article
Be smart against cancer! A school-based program covering cancer-related risk behavior
Stölzel F, Seidel N, Uhmann S, Baumann M, Berth H, Hoyer J, Ehninger G
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:392 (23 April 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/392/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-14-392.pdf

Research article
Stress and cardiometabolic manifestations among Saudi students entering universities: a cross-sectional observational study
Al-Daghri NM, Al-Othman A, Al-Attas OS, Alkharfy KM, Alokail MS, Albanyan A, Sabico S, Chrousos GP
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:391 (23 April 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/391/abstract
Full text http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/391
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PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24755010

Research article
HIV serostatus and disclosure: implications for infant feeding practice in rural south Nyanza, Kenya
Onono MA, Cohen CR, Jerop M, Bukusi EA, Turan JM
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:390 (23 April 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/390/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-14-390.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24754975

Research article
Farmers' knowledge, practices and injuries associated with pesticide exposure in rural farming villages in Tanzania
Lekei EE, Ngowi AV, London L
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:389 (23 April 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/389/abstract
Full text http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/389
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PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24754959

Research article
Snacking patterns, diet quality, and cardiovascular risk factors in adults
Nicklas TA, O¿Neil CE, Fulgoni VL
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:388 (23 April 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/388/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-14-388.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24754905

Research article
Asthma prevalence, knowledge, and perceptions among secondary school pupils in rural and urban costal districts in Tanzania
Shimwela M, Mwita JC, Mwandri M, Rwegerera GM, Mashalla Y, Mugusi F
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:387 (23 April 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/387/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-14-387.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24754895

Research article
Prevalence and predictors of adult hypertension in Kabul, Afghanistan
Saeed KM, Rasooly MH, Brown NJ
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:386 (23 April 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/386/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-14-386.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24754870

Research article
Community perception on biomedical research: a case study of malariometric survey in Korogwe District, Tanga Region, Tanzania
Massawe IS, Lusingu JP, Manongi RN
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:385 (22 April 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/385/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-14-385.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24755404

Research article
The effects of mid-life socioeconomic disadvantage and perceived social support on trajectories of subsequent depressive symptoms among older Taiwanese women
Chen Y, Chiao C, Ksobiech K
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:384 (21 April 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/384/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-14-384.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24751187

Research article
Adherence to physical activity guidelines in older adults, using objectively measured physical activity in a population-based study
Jefferis BJ, Sartini C, Lee I, Choi M, Amuzu A, Gutierrez C, Casas J, Ash S, Lennnon LT, Wannamethee S, Whincup PH
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:382 (19 April 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/382/abstract
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PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24745369

Research article
Impacts of mobility disability and high and increasing body mass index on health-related quality of life and participation in society: a population-based cohort study from Sweden
Holmgren M, Lindgren A, de Munter J, Rasmussen F, Ahlström G
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:381 (17 April 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/381/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-14-381.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24742257

Research article
A study on knowledge, attitude, and practice towards premarital carrier screening among adults attending primary healthcare centers in a region in Oman
Al-Farsi OA, Al-Farsi YM, Gupta I, Ouhtit A, Al-Farsi KS, Al-Adawi S
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:380 (17 April 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/380/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-14-380.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24742222

Research article
Unprotected sex among men who have sex with men living with HIV in Brazil: a cross-sectional study in Rio de Janeiro
Cunha CB, De Boni RB, Guimarães MR, Yanavich C, Veloso VG, Moreira RI, Hoagland B, Grinsztejn B, Friedman RK
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:379 (17 April 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/379/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-14-379.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24742202

Research article
Industrial air pollution in rural Kenya: community awareness, risk perception and associations between risk variables
Omanga E, Ulmer L, Berhane Z, Gatari M
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:377 (17 April 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/377/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-14-377.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24742166

Research article
Modelling the effects of media during an influenza epidemic
Collinson S, Heffernan JM
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:376 (17 April 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/376/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-14-376.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24742139

Research article
Cost savings of reduced constipation rates attributed to increased dietary fiber intakes: a decision-analytic model
Schmier JK, Miller PE, Levine JA, Perez V, Maki KC, Rains TM, Devareddy L, Sanders LM, Alexander DD
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:374 (17 April 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/374/abstract
Full text http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/374
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PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24739472

Research article
Protective factors against suicide among young-old Chinese outpatients
Chen Y, Tsai Y, Lee S, Lee H
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:372 (16 April 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/372/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-14-372.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24739419

Research article
Mortality risk associated with underweight: a census-linked cohort of 31,578 individuals with up to 32 years of follow-up
Roh L, Braun J, Chiolero A, Bopp M, Rohrmann S, Faeh D
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:371 (16 April 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/371/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-14-371.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24739374

Research article
School travel mode, parenting practices and physical activity among UK Year 5 and 6 children
Jago R, Wood L, Sebire SJ, Edwards MJ, Davies B, Banfield K, Fox KR, Thompson JL, Cooper AR, Montgomery AA
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:370 (16 April 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/370/abstract
Full text http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/370
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PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24739338

Research article
Parental encouragement of healthy behaviors: adolescent weight status and health-related quality of life
Nicholls L, Lewis AJ, Petersen S, Swinburn B, Moodie M, Millar L
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:369 (16 April 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/369/abstract
Full text http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/369
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PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24735656

Research article
Antiretroviral drug expenditure, pricing and judicial demand: an analysis of federal procurement data in Brazil from 2004-2011
Luo J, Oliveira MA, Ramos MB, Maia A, Osorio-de-Castro CG
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:367 (16 April 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/367/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-14-367.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24735589

Research article
Loneliness and health risk behaviours among Russian and U.S. adolescents: a cross-sectional study
Stickley A, Koyanagi A, Koposov R, Schwab-Stone M, Ruchkin V
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:366 (16 April 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/366/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-14-366.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24735570

Research article
Adherence to antiretroviral therapy and its associated factors among children at South Wollo Zone Hospitals, Northeast Ethiopia: a cross-sectional study
Arage G, Tessema GA, Kassa H
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:365 (15 April 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/365/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-14-365.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24735561

Research article
Adapting a community-based ART delivery model to the patients’ needs: a mixed methods research in Tete, Mozambique
Rasschaert F, Decroo T, Remartinez D, Telfer B, Lessitala F, Biot M, Candrinho B, Van Damme W
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:364 (15 April 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/364/abstract
Full text http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/364
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PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24735550

Research article
Individual, facility, and program factors affecting retention in a national weight management program
Spring B, Sohn M, Locatelli SM, Hadi S, Kahwati L, Weaver FM
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:363 (15 April 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/363/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-14-363.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24735508

Research article
Socioeconomic and demographic factors modify the association between informal caregiving and health in the Sandwich Generation
Do EK, Cohen SA, Brown MJ
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:362 (15 April 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/362/abstract
Full text http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/362
PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-14-362.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24735495

Research article
Perceived problems with computer gaming and internet use among adolescents: measurement tool for non-clinical survey studies
Holstein BE, Pedersen T, Bendtsen P, Madsen K, Meilstrup C, Nielsen L, Rasmussen M
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:361 (15 April 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/361/abstract
Full text http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/361
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PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24731270

Research article
Does the primary screening test influence women's anxiety and intention to screen for cervical cancer? A randomized survey of Norwegian women
Burger EA, Nygård M, Gyrd-Hansen D, Moger TA, Kristiansen IS
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:360 (15 April 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/360/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-14-360.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24735469

Research article
Association of socioeconomic status in childhood with major depression and generalized anxiety disorder: results from the World Mental Health Japan survey 2002–2006
Ochi M, Fujiwara T, Mizuki R, Kawakami N, World Mental Health Japan Survey Group
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:359 (14 April 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/359/abstract
Full text http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/359
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PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24735450

Research article
Using an autologistic regression model to identify spatial risk factors and spatial risk patterns of hand, foot and mouth disease (HFMD) in Mainland China
Bo Y, Song C, Wang J, Li X
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:358 (14 April 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/358/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-14-358.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24731248

Research article
Longitudinal trends in prostate cancer incidence, mortality, and survival of patients from two Shanghai city districts: a retrospective population-based cohort study, 2000-2009
Hu Y, Zhao Q, Rao J, Deng H, Yuan H, Xu B
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:356 (14 April 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/356/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-14-356.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24731197

Research article
A survey of retirement intentions of baby boomers: an overview of health, social and economic determinants
Taylor AW, Pilkington R, Feist H, Dal Grande E, Hugo G
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:355 (14 April 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/355/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-14-355.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24731726

Research article
Efficacy of a combined contraceptive regimen consisting of condoms and emergency contraception pills
Zhao R, Wu J, Li Y, Zhou Y, Ji H, Li Y
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:354 (14 April 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/354/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-14-354.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24725355

Research article
Work ability of Chinese migrant workers: the influence of migration characteristics
Han L, Shi L, Lu L, Ling L
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:353 (13 April 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/353/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-14-353.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24725332

Research article
Untying chronic pain: prevalence and societal burden of chronic pain stages in the general population - a cross-sectional survey
Häuser W, Wolfe F, Henningsen P, Schmutzer G, Brähler E, Hinz A
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:352 (13 April 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/352/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-14-352.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24725286

Research article
Trends in television time, non-gaming PC use and moderate-to-vigorous physical activity among German adolescents 2002–2010
Bucksch J, Inchley J, Hamrik Z, Finne E, Kolip P, the HBSC Study Group Germany
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:351 (12 April 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/351/abstract
Full text http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/351
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PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24725269

Research article
Setting the stage for chronic health problems: cumulative childhood adversity among homeless adults with mental illness in Vancouver, British Columbia
Patterson ML, Moniruzzaman A, Somers JM
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:350 (12 April 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/350/abstract
Full text http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/350
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PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24726046

Research article
How adolescents perceive their communities: a qualitative study that explores the relationship between health and the physical environment
Mmari K, Lantos H, Brahmbhatt H, Delany-Moretlwe S, Lou C, Acharya R, Sangowawa A
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:349 (12 April 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/349/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-14-349.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24726018

Research article
Making progress: the role of cancer councils in Australia in indigenous cancer control
Thompson SC, Shahid S, DiGiacomo M, Pilkington L, Davidson PM
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:347 (11 April 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/347/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-14-347.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24725974

Research article
Characteristics of smokers who have never tried to quit: evidence from the British Opinions and Lifestyle Survey
Sharma A, Szatkowski L
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:346 (11 April 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/346/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-14-346.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24721488

Research article
Using the community-based health planning and services program to promote skilled delivery in rural Ghana: socio-demographic factors that influence women utilization of skilled attendants at birth in Northern Ghana
Sakeah E, Doctor HV, McCloskey L, Bernstein J, Yeboah-Antwi K, Mills S
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:344 (10 April 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/344/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-14-344.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24721385

Research article
Perceptions of quality of life among Ugandan patients living with HIV: a qualitative study
Mutabazi-Mwesigire D, Seeley J, Martin F, Katamba A
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:343 (10 April 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/343/abstract
Full text http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/343
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PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24721338

Research article
The effects of food advertising and cognitive load on food choices
Zimmerman FJ, Shimoga SV
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:342 (10 April 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/342/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-14-342.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24721289

Research article
Accuracy of body fat percent and adiposity indicators cut off values to detect metabolic risk factors in a sample of Mexican adults
Macias N, Quezada AD, Flores M, Valencia ME, Denova-Gutiérrez E, Quiterio-Trenado M, Gallegos-Carrillo K, Barquera S, Salmerón J
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:341 (10 April 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/341/abstract
Full text http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/341
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PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24721260

Research article
Trend of microbiologically-confirmed tuberculosis in a low-incidence setting with high immigration rates
Lombardi G, Dal Monte P, Denicolò A, Tadolini M, Martelli G, Bacchi Reggiani M, Viale P, Landini M
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:340 (10 April 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/340/abstract
Full text http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/340
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PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24721236

Research article
Working with men to prevent intimate partner violence in a conflict-affected setting: a pilot cluster randomized controlled trial in rural Cote d'Ivoire
Hossain M, Zimmerman C, Kiss L, Abramsky T, Kone D, Bakayoko-Topolska M, Annan J, Lehmann H, Watts C
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:339 (10 April 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/339/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-14-339.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24716478

Research article
A random spatial sampling method in a rural developing nation
Kondo MC, Bream KD, Barg FK, Branas CC
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:338 (10 April 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/338/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-14-338.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24716473

Research article
Abuse against elderly in India – The role of education
Skirbekk V, James K
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:336 (9 April 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/336/abstract
Full text http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/336
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PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24717052

Research article
Socio-demographic and lifestyle factors for child’s physical growth and adiposity rebound of Japanese children: a longitudinal study of the 21st century longitudinal survey in newborns
Franchetti Y, Ide H
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:334 (9 April 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/334/abstract
Full text http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/334
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PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24716901

Research article
Sedentary behavior and health outcomes among older adults: a systematic review
Rezende L, Rey-López J, Matsudo V, Luiz O
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:333 (9 April 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/333/abstract
Full text http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/333
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PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24712381

Research article
Symptomatic malaria diagnosis overestimate malaria prevalence, but underestimate anaemia burdens in children: results of a follow up study in Kenya
Choge JK, Magak NG, Akhwale W, Koech J, Ngeiywa MM, Oyoo-Okoth E, Esamai F, Osano O, Khayeka-Wandabwa C, Kweka EJ
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:332 (9 April 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/332/abstract
Full text http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/332
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PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24712340

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Increasing girls' physical activity during an organised youth sport basketball program: a randomised controlled trial protocol
Guagliano JM, Lonsdale C, Kolt GS, Rosenkranz RR
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:383 (21 April 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/383/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-14-383.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24751173

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On your feet: protocol for a randomized controlled trial to compare the effects of pole walking and regular walking on physical and psychosocial health in older adults
Fritschi JO, Brown WJ, van Uffelen JG
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:375 (17 April 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/375/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-14-375.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24742126

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Effectiveness of a complex intervention in reducing the prevalence of smoking among adolescents: study design of a cluster-randomized controlled trial
Leiva A, Estela A, Torrent M, Calafat A, Bennasar M, Yáñez A
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:373 (16 April 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/373/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-14-373.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24739452

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Occupational rehabilitation programs for musculoskeletal pain and common mental health disorders: study protocol of a randomized controlled trial
Fimland MS, Vasseljen O, Gismervik S, Rise M, Halsteinli V, Jacobsen HB, Borchgrevink PC, Tenggren H, Johnsen R
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:368 (16 April 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/368/abstract
Full text http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/368
PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-14-368.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24735616

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Protocol for the implementation and evaluation of a community-based intervention seeking to reduce dietary salt intake in Lithgow, Australia
Land M, Jeffery P, Webster J, Crino M, Chalmers J, Woodward M, Nowson C, Smith W, Flood V, Neal B
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:357 (14 April 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/357/abstract
Full text http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/357
PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-14-357.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24731226

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Longitudinal study of long-term smoking behaviour by biomarker-supported determination of exposure to smoke
Cunningham A, Sommarström J, Sisodiya AS, Errington G, Prasad K
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:348 (12 April 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/348/abstract
Full text http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/348
PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-14-348.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24725994

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Population impact of a high cardiovascular risk management program delivered by village doctors in rural China: design and rationale of a large, cluster-randomized controlled trial
Yan LL, Fang W, Delong E, Neal B, Peterson ED, Huang Y, Sun N, Yao C, Li X, MacMahon S, Wu Y
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:345 (11 April 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/345/abstract
Full text http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/345
PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-14-345.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24721435

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Proactive tobacco treatment for low income smokers: study protocol of a randomized controlled trial
Fu SS, van Ryn M, Burgess DJ, Nelson D, Clothier B, Thomas JL, Nyman JA, Joseph AM
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:337 (9 April 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/337/abstract
Full text http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/337
PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-14-337.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24716466

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Primary prevention of childhood obesity through counselling sessions at Swedish child health centres: design, methods and baseline sample characteristics of the PRIMROSE cluster-randomised trial
Döring N, Hansson LM, Andersson E, Bohman B, Westin M, Magnusson M, Larsson C, Sundblom E, Willmer M, Blennow M, Heitmann BL, Forsberg L, Wallin S, Tynelius P, Ghaderi A, Rasmussen F
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:335 (9 April 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/335/abstract
Full text http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/335
PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-14-335.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24717011








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