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The latest articles from BMC Public Health, published between 13-Jan-2015 and 07-Apr-2015

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Research article
Training Sri Lankan public health midwives on intimate partner violence: a pre- and post-intervention study
Jayatilleke A, Yoshikawa K, Yasuoka J, Poudel KC, Fernando N, Jayatilleke A, Jimba M
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:331 (7 April 2015)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/331/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/s12889-015-1674-9.pdf

Research article
The cost of acute respiratory infections in Northern India: a multi-site study
Peasah SK, Purakayastha D, Koul PA, Dawood FS, Saha S, Amarchand R, Broor S, Rastogi V, Assad R, Kaul K, Widdowson M, Lal RB, Krishnan A
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:330 (7 April 2015)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/330/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/s12889-015-1685-6.pdf

Research article
Needs assessment of school and community physical activity opportunities in rural West Virginia: the McDowell CHOICES planning effort
Kristjansson AL, Elliott E, Bulger S, Jones E, Taliaferro AR, Neal W
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:327 (3 April 2015)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/327/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/s12889-015-1702-9.pdf

Research article
Work situation and self-perceived economic situation as predictors of change in burnout – a prospective general population-based cohort study
Norlund S, Reuterwall C, Höög J, Janlert U, Slunga Järvholm L
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:329 (3 April 2015)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/329/abstract
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Research article
Noise exposure and hypertension: investigation of a silent relationship
de Souza T, Périssé A, Moura M
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:328 (3 April 2015)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/328/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/s12889-015-1671-z.pdf

Research article
Motivation to quit smoking among HIV-positive smokers in Vietnam
Nguyen N, Tran B, Hwang LY, Markham CM, Swartz MD, Vidrine JI, Phan H, Latkin CA, Vidrine DJ
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:326 (3 April 2015)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/326/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/s12889-015-1672-y.pdf

Research article
Characteristics of Indigenous adults with poorly controlled diabetes in north Queensland: implications for services
Johnson D, McDermott R, Clifton P, D’Onise K, Taylor S, Preece C, Schmidt B
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:325 (3 April 2015)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/325/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/s12889-015-1660-2.pdf

Research article
Disability-adjusted-life-years losses in postmenopausal women with osteoporosis: a burden of illness study
Darbà J, Kaskens L, Pérez-Álvarez N, Palacios S, Neyro J, Rejas J
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:324 (2 April 2015)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/324/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/s12889-015-1684-7.pdf

Research article
HIV knowledge among male labor migrants in China
Yang B, Wu Z, Schimmele CM, Li S
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:323 (2 April 2015)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/323/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/s12889-015-1653-1.pdf

Research article
Correlation between mean body mass index in the population and prevalence of obesity in Brazilian capitals: empirical evidence for a population-based approach of obesity
Lobato J, Kale P, Velarde L, Szklo M, Costa A
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:322 (2 April 2015)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/322/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/s12889-015-1637-1.pdf

Research article
The role of population change in the increased economic differences in mortality: a study of premature death from all causes and major groups of causes of death in Spain, 1980–2010
Martínez D, Giráldez-García C, Miqueleiz E, Calle ME, Santos JM, Regidor E
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:321 (2 April 2015)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/321/abstract
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Research article
Mental distress predicts divorce over 16 years: the HUNT study
Idstad M, Torvik F, Borren I, Rognmo K, Røysamb E, Tambs K
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:320 (1 April 2015)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/320/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/s12889-015-1662-0.pdf

Research article
Anemia among children aged 2–5 years in the Gaza Strip- Palestinian: a cross sectional study
El Kishawi R, Soo K, Abed Y, Wan Muda W
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:319 (1 April 2015)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/319/abstract
Full text http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/319
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Research article
Patterns of physical activity and sedentary behavior in a representative sample of a multi-ethnic South-East Asian population: a cross-sectional study
Win A, Yen L, Tan K, Lim R, Chia K, Mueller-Riemenschneider F
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:318 (1 April 2015)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/318/abstract
Full text http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/318
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Research article
Consumption and drinking frequency of alcoholic beverage among women in Ghana: a cross-sectional study
Tampah-Naah A, Amoah S
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:317 (1 April 2015)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/317/abstract
Full text http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/317
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Research article
Assessing implementation fidelity of a community-based infant and young child feeding intervention in Ethiopia identifies delivery challenges that limit reach to communities: a mixed-method process evaluation study
Kim SS, Ali D, Kennedy A, Tesfaye R, Tadesse AW, Abrha TH, Rawat R, Menon P
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:316 (1 April 2015)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/316/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/s12889-015-1650-4.pdf

Research article
The educational gradient of obesity increases among Swedish pregnant women: a register-based study
Bjermo H, Lind S, Rasmussen F
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:315 (1 April 2015)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/315/abstract
Full text http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/315
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Research article
The population attributable fraction of low education for mortality in South Korea with improvement in educational attainment and no improvement in mortality inequalities
Lim D, Kong K, Lee H, Lee W, Park S, Baik S, Park H, Jung-Choi K
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:313 (31 March 2015)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/313/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/s12889-015-1665-x.pdf

Research article
Healthy life expectancy and the correlates of self-rated health in Bangladesh in 1996 and 2002
Tareque M, Saito Y, Kawahara K
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:312 (31 March 2015)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/312/abstract
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Research article
Evolution of socioeconomic inequalities in smoking: results from the Portuguese national health interview surveys
Alves J, Kunst AE, Perelman J
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:311 (31 March 2015)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/311/abstract
Full text http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/311
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Research article
The differential effects of intimate terrorism and situational couple violence on mental health outcomes among abused Chinese women: a mixed-method study
Tiwari A, Chan K, Cheung D, Fong D, Yan E, Tang D
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:314 (31 March 2015)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/314/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/s12889-015-1649-x.pdf

Research article
Body mass index and depressive symptoms in middle aged and older adults
Noh J, Kwon Y, Park J, Kim J
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:310 (31 March 2015)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/310/abstract
Full text http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/310
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Research article
Job strain and unhealthy lifestyle: results from the baseline cohort study, Brazilian Longitudinal Study of Adult Health (ELSA-Brasil)
Griep R, Nobre A, Alves M, da Fonseca M, Cardoso L, Giatti L, Melo E, Toivanen S, Chor D
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:309 (31 March 2015)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/309/abstract
Full text http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/309
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Research article
Impact of the joint association between sex, age and diabetes on long-term mortality after acute myocardial infarction
Gao F, Lam C, Sim L, Koh T, Foo D, Ong H, Tong K, Tan H, Machin D, Wong K, Chan M, Chua T
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:308 (31 March 2015)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/308/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/s12889-015-1612-x.pdf

Research article
Prevalence and management of cardiovascular risk factors in Portuguese living in Portugal and Portuguese who migrated to Switzerland
Alves L, Azevedo A, Barros H, Vollenweider P, Waeber G, Marques-Vidal P
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:307 (31 March 2015)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/307/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/s12889-015-1659-8.pdf

Research article
Associations between psychological distress and the most concerning present personal problems among working-age men in Japan
Wada K, Eguchi H, Yoneoka D, Okahisa J, Smith DR
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:305 (31 March 2015)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/305/abstract
Full text http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/305
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Research article
Associations between e-cigarette access and smoking and drinking behaviours in teenagers
Hughes K, Bellis MA, Hardcastle KA, McHale P, Bennett A, Ireland R, Pike K
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:244 (31 March 2015)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/244/abstract
Full text http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/244
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Research article
“I have never experienced any problem with my health. So far, it hasn’t been harmful”: older Greek-Australian smokers’ views on smoking: a qualitative study
Mohammadnezhad M, Tsourtos G, Wilson C, Ratcliffe J, Ward P
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:304 (29 March 2015)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/304/abstract
Full text http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/304
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Research article
Patterns of accidental deaths in Kuwait: a retrospective descriptive study from 2003–2009
Al-Kandary N, Al-Waheeb S
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:302 (28 March 2015)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/302/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/s12889-015-1630-8.pdf

Research article
A cross-sectional analysis of the cost and affordability of achieving recommended intakes of non-starchy fruits and vegetables in the capital of Vanuatu
Jones HA, Charlton KE
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:301 (28 March 2015)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/301/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/s12889-015-1644-2.pdf

Research article
Impact of indoor air pollution from the use of solid fuels on the incidence of life threatening respiratory illnesses in children in India
Upadhyay A, Singh A, Kumar K, Singh A
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:300 (28 March 2015)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/300/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/s12889-015-1631-7.pdf

Research article
Common mental disorders among adult members of ‘left-behind’ international migrant worker families in Sri Lanka
Siriwardhana C, Wickramage K, Siribaddana S, Vidanapathirana P, Jayasekara B, Weerawarna S, Pannala G, Adikari A, Jayaweera K, Pieris S, Sumathipala A
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:299 (28 March 2015)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/299/abstract
Full text http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/299
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Debate
Use and cumulation of evidence from modelling studies to inform policy on food taxes and subsidies: biting off more than we can chew?
Shemilt I, Marteau TM, Smith RD, Ogilvie D
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:297 (27 March 2015)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/297/abstract
Full text http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/297
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Research article
Female sex, poverty and globalization as determinants of obesity among rural South African type 2 diabetics: a cross-sectional study
Adeniyi O, Longo-Mbenza B, Ter Goon D
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:298 (27 March 2015)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/298/abstract
Full text http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/298
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Research article
It still takes a village: an epidemiological study of the role of social supports in understanding unexpected health states in young people
Davison C, Michaelson V, Pickett W
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:295 (27 March 2015)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/295/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/s12889-015-1636-2.pdf

Research article
Trends of rubella incidence during a 5-year period of case based surveillance in Zimbabwe
Chimhuya S, Manangazira P, Mukaratirwa A, Nziramasanga P, Berejena C, Shonhai A, Kamupota M, Gerede R, Munyoro M, Mangwanya D, Tapfumaneyi C, Byabamazima C, Shibeshi E, Nathoo K
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:294 (27 March 2015)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/294/abstract
Full text http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/294
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Research article
Short-term effects of a rights-based sexuality education curriculum for high-school students: a cluster-randomized trial
Constantine NA, Jerman P, Berglas NF, Angulo-Olaiz F, Chou C, Rohrbach LA
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:293 (26 March 2015)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/293/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/s12889-015-1625-5.pdf

Research article
The total sale of prescription drugs with an abuse potential predicts the number of excessive users: a national prescription database study
Rossow I, Bramness JG
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:288 (25 March 2015)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/288/abstract
Full text http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/288
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Research article
Family influences on physical activity and sedentary behaviours in Chinese junior high school students: a cross-sectional study
Wang X, Liu Q, Ren Y, Lv J, Li L
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:287 (25 March 2015)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/287/abstract
Full text http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/287
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Research article
A qualitative study of Chinese Canadian fathers’ smoking behaviors: intersecting cultures and masculinities
Mao A, Bottorff JL, Oliffe JL, Sarbit G, Kelly MT
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:286 (25 March 2015)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/286/abstract
Full text http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/286
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Research article
The rise in stunting in relation to avian influenza and food consumption patterns in Lower Egypt in comparison to Upper Egypt: results from 2005 and 2008 Demographic and Health Surveys
Kavle JA, El-Zanaty F, Landry M, Galloway R
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:285 (25 March 2015)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/285/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/s12889-015-1627-3.pdf

Research article
Variation and risk factors of drug resistant tuberculosis in sub-Saharan Africa: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Lukoye D, Ssengooba W, Musisi K, Kasule GW, Cobelens FG, Joloba M, Gomez GB
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:291 (25 March 2015)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/291/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/s12889-015-1614-8.pdf

Research article
A systematic review of the effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of peer education and peer support in prisons
Bagnall A, South J, Hulme C, Woodall J, Vinall-Collier K, Raine G, Kinsella K, Dixey R, Harris L, Wright N
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:290 (25 March 2015)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/290/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/s12889-015-1584-x.pdf

Research article
Large-scale implementation of alcohol brief interventions in new settings in Scotland: a qualitative interview study of a national programme
Fitzgerald N, Platt L, Heywood S, McCambridge J
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:289 (25 March 2015)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/289/abstract
Full text http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/289
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Research article
Associations between diet, physical activity and body fat distribution: a cross sectional study in an Indian population
Bowen L, Taylor AE, Sullivan R, Ebrahim S, Kinra S, Krishna K, Kulkarni B, Ben-Shlomo Y, Ekelund U, Wells J, Kuper H
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:281 (24 March 2015)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/281/abstract
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Research article
Parental perceptions of barriers and facilitators to preventing child unintentional injuries within the home: a qualitative study
Ablewhite J, Peel I, McDaid L, Hawkins A, Goodenough T, Deave T, Stewart J, Kendrick D
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:280 (24 March 2015)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/280/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/s12889-015-1547-2.pdf

Research article
Diet, physical activity and socio-economic disparities of obesity in Lebanese adults: findings from a national study
Chamieh M, Moore HJ, Summerbell C, Tamim H, Sibai A, Hwalla N
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:279 (21 March 2015)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/279/abstract
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Research article
Use of quantile regression to investigate changes in the body mass index distribution of Chinese adults aged 18–60 years: a longitudinal study
Ouyang Y, Wang H, Su C, Wang Z, Song Y, Xiao Y, Du W, Zhang B
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:278 (21 March 2015)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/278/abstract
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Research article
Impact of socioeconomic status and medical conditions on health and healthcare utilization among ageing Ghanaians
Saeed B, Xicang Z, Yawson A, Nguah S, Nsowah-Nuamah N
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:276 (20 March 2015)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/276/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/s12889-015-1603-y.pdf

Research article
The association between mental health symptoms and mobility limitation among Russian, Somali and Kurdish migrants: a population based study
Rask S, Castaneda AE, Koponen P, Sainio P, Stenholm S, Suvisaari J, Juntunen T, Halla T, Härkänen T, Koskinen S
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:275 (20 March 2015)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/275/abstract
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Research article
A cross-sectional analysis of the geographic distribution and causes of maternal mortality in South Africa: 2002–2006
Bomela NJ
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:273 (19 March 2015)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/273/abstract
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Research article
The Healthy Migrant Families Initiative: development of a culturally competent obesity prevention intervention for African migrants
Renzaho A, Halliday JA, Mellor D, Green J
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:272 (19 March 2015)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/272/abstract
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Research article
Associations between parental BMI, socioeconomic factors, family structure and overweight in Finnish children: a path model approach
Parikka S, Mäki P, Levälahti E, Lehtinen-Jacks S, Martelin T, Laatikainen T
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:271 (19 March 2015)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/271/abstract
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Research article
Sexual violence against female sex workers in The Gambia: a cross-sectional examination of the associations between victimization and reproductive, sexual and mental health
Sherwood JA, Grosso A, Decker MR, Peitzmeier S, Papworth E, Diouf D, Drame F, Ceesay N, Baral S
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:270 (19 March 2015)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/270/abstract
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Research article
The association of physical activity, body mass index and the blood pressure levels among urban poor youth in Accra, Ghana
Afrifa–Anane E, Agyemang C, Codjoe S, Ogedegbe G, de-Graft Aikins A
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:269 (19 March 2015)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/269/abstract
Full text http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/269
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Research article
Structured additive regression models with spatial correlation to estimate under-five mortality risk factors in Ethiopia
Ayele DG, Zewotir TT, Mwambi HG
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:268 (19 March 2015)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/268/abstract
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Research article
Activity limitations predict health care expenditures in the general population in Belgium
Van der Heyden J, Van Oyen H, Berger N, De Bacquer D, Van Herck K
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:267 (19 March 2015)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/267/abstract
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Research article
Investigating the relationship between self-rated health and social capital in South Africa: a multilevel panel data analysis
Lau Y, Ataguba JE
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:266 (19 March 2015)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/266/abstract
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Research article
Replication of a whole school ethos-changing intervention: different context, similar effects, additional insights
Hawe P, Bond L, Ghali LM, Perry R, Davison CM, Casey DM, Butler H, Webster CM, Scholz B
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:265 (19 March 2015)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/15/265/abstract
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Correction
Erratum to: Study protocol: evaluation of a parenting and stress management programme: a randomised controlled trial of Triple P Discussion Groups and Stress Control
Palmer ML, Henderson M, Sanders MR, Keown LJ, White J
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:256 (18 March 2015)
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Research article
“A welfare recipient may be drinking, but as long as he does as told – he may drink himself to death”: a qualitative analysis of project implementation barriers among Danish job consultants
Hansen M, Kloster S, Danquah I, Nielsen A, Becker U, Tjørnhøj-Thomsen T, Tolstrup J
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:264 (18 March 2015)
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Research article
Increased risk of tuberculosis among foreign-born persons with diabetes in California, 2010–2012
Demlow S, Oh P, Barry PM
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:263 (18 March 2015)
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Research article
Determinants of suboptimal breastfeeding practices in Nigeria: evidence from the 2008 demographic and health survey
Ogbo FA, Agho KE, Page A
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:259 (18 March 2015)
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Research article
A systematic review of transitions between cigarette and smokeless tobacco product use in the United States
Tam J, Day HR, Rostron BL, Apelberg BJ
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:258 (18 March 2015)
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Research article
Predictors of modern contraceptive use during the postpartum period among women in Uganda: a population-based cross sectional study
Rutaremwa G, Kabagenyi A, Wandera S, Jhamba T, Akiror E, Nviiri H
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:262 (18 March 2015)
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Research article
Hidden voices: prevalence and risk factors for violence against women with disabilities in Nepal
Puri M, Misra G, Hawkes S
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:261 (18 March 2015)
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Research article
Towards a physically more active lifestyle based on one’s own values: the results of a randomized controlled trial among physically inactive adults
Kangasniemi A, Lappalainen R, Kankaanpää A, Tolvanen A, Tammelin T
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:260 (18 March 2015)
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Research article
Influences on influenza transmission within terminal based on hierarchical structure of personal contact network
Shao Q, Jia M
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:257 (18 March 2015)
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Research article
Global epidemiology of type 1 diabetes in young adults and adults: a systematic review
Diaz-Valencia PA, Bougnères P, Valleron A
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:255 (17 March 2015)
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Research article
Do routinely measured risk factors for obesity explain the sex gap in its prevalence? Observations from Saudi Arabia
Garawi F, Ploubidis GB, Devries K, Al-Hamdan N, Uauy R
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:254 (17 March 2015)
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Research article
Socioeconomic indicators of health inequalities and female mortality: a nested cohort study within the United Kingdom Collaborative Trial of Ovarian Cancer Screening (UKCTOCS)
Bailey K, Ryan A, Apostolidou S, Fourkala E, Burnell M, Gentry-Maharaj A, Kalsi J, Parmar M, Jacobs I, Pikhart H, Menon U
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:253 (17 March 2015)
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Research article
From pills to patients: an evaluation of data sources to determine the number of people living with HIV who are receiving antiretroviral therapy in Germany
Schmidt D, Kollan C, Stoll M, Stellbrink H, Plettenberg A, Fätkenheuer G, Bergmann F, Bogner JR, van Lunzen J, Rockstroh J, Esser S, Jensen B, Horst H, Fritzsche C, Kühne A, an der Heiden M, Hamouda O, Bartmeyer B, ClinSurv Study Group
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:252 (17 March 2015)
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Research article
Adolescents’ use of the built environment for physical activity
Oreskovic NM, Perrin JM, Robinson AI, Locascio JJ, Blossom J, Chen ML, Winickoff JP, Field AE, Green C, Goodman E
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:251 (15 March 2015)
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Debate
Financial capability, health and disability
Allmark P, Machaczek K
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:243 (14 March 2015)
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Research article
Sequential dengue virus infections detected in active and passive surveillance programs in Thailand, 1994–2010
Bhoomiboonchoo P, Nisalak A, Chansatiporn N, Yoon I, Kalayanarooj S, Thipayamongkolgul M, Endy T, Rothman AL, Green S, Srikiatkhachorn A, Buddhari D, Mammen MP, Gibbons RV
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:250 (14 March 2015)
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Research article
Comparison of physical activity questionnaires for the elderly with the International Classification of functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) – an analysis of content
Eckert KG, Lange MA
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:249 (14 March 2015)
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Research article
Hypovitaminosis D in healthy children in Central Thailand: prevalence and risk factors
Reesukumal K, Manonukul K, Jirapongsananuruk O, Krobtrakulchai W, Hanyongyuth S, Chatsiricharoenkul S, Pratumvinit B
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:248 (14 March 2015)
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Research article
Metabolic syndrome in hypertensive adults from rural Northeast China: an update
Yu S, Guo X, Yang H, Zheng L, Sun Y
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:247 (14 March 2015)
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Research article
Novel use of three administrative datasets to establish a cohort for environmental health research
Telfar Barnard LF, Baker MG, Hales S, Howden-Chapman P
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:246 (14 March 2015)
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Research article
High school suicide in South Africa: teachers’ knowledge, views and training needs
Shilubane HN, Bos A, Ruiter R, van den Borne B, Reddy PS
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:245 (14 March 2015)
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Research article
Tuberculosis active case finding: uptake and diagnostic yield among minibus drivers in urban South Africa
Mabuto T, Zwane E, Chihota V, Gresak G, Charalambous S, Churchyard GJ, Hoffmann CJ
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:242 (14 March 2015)
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Research article
Maternal smoking and the risk of still birth: systematic review and meta-analysis
Marufu TC, Ahankari A, Coleman T, Lewis S
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:239 (13 March 2015)
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Research article
A scoping review and thematic analysis of social and behavioural research among HIV-serodiscordant couples in high-income settings
Mendelsohn JB, Calzavara L, Daftary A, Mitra S, Pidutti J, Allman D, Bourne A, Loutfy M, Myers T
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:241 (13 March 2015)
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Research article
Effects of first exposure to plain cigarette packaging on smoking behaviour and attitudes: a randomised controlled study
Maynard OM, Leonards U, Attwood AS, Bauld L, Hogarth L, Munafò MR
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:240 (13 March 2015)
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Research article
Community led active schools programme (CLASP) exploring the implementation of health interventions in primary schools: headteachers’ perspectives
Christian D, Todd C, Davies H, Rance J, Stratton G, Rapport F, Brophy S
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:238 (13 March 2015)
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Research article
The association between neighborhood economic hardship, the retail food environment, fast food intake, and obesity: findings from the Survey of the Health of Wisconsin
Laxy M, Malecki KC, Givens ML, Walsh MC, Nieto F
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:237 (13 March 2015)
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Research article
The change in motivating factors influencing commencement, adherence and retention to a supervised resistance training programme in previously sedentary post-menopausal women: a prospective cohort study
Viljoen J, Christie C
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:236 (12 March 2015)
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Research article
Cancer incidence and mortality for all causes in HIV-infected patients over a quarter century: a multicentre cohort study
Raffetti E, Albini L, Gotti D, Segala D, Maggiolo F, di Filippo E, Saracino A, Ladisa N, Lapadula G, Fornabaio C, Castelnuovo F, Casari S, Fabbiani M, Pierotti P, Donato F, Quiros-Roldan E, MASTER Cohort
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:235 (12 March 2015)
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Research article
Parental recommendations for population level interventions to support infant and family dietary choices: a qualitative study from the Growing Up in Wales, Environments for Healthy Living (EHL) study
Khanom A, Hill RA, Morgan K, Rapport FL, Lyons RA, Brophy S
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:234 (11 March 2015)
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Research article
Exploring comorbid use of marijuana, tobacco, and alcohol among 14 to 15-year-olds: findings from a national survey on adolescent substance use
White J, Walton D, Walker N
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:233 (10 March 2015)
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Research article
Association between gender inequality index and child mortality rates: a cross-national study of 138 countries
Brinda E, Rajkumar AP, Enemark U
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:97 (9 March 2015)
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Research article
Household food insecurity, diet, and weight status in a disadvantaged district of Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam: a cross-sectional study
Vuong T, Gallegos D, Ramsey R
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:232 (8 March 2015)
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Research article
USA’s expanded overseas tuberculosis screening program: a retrospective study in China
Liang S, Zhang J, Hu L, Chen J, Wu J, Huang Y, Zeng Y, Zhu Y, Li Z, Wen Y, Liang W, Zhuo J, He H
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:231 (7 March 2015)
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Research article
Number of visits to the emergency department and risk of suicide: a population- based case–control study
Kvaran R, Gunnarsdottir O, Kristbjornsdottir A, Valdimarsdottir UA, Rafnsson V
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:227 (7 March 2015)
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Research article
Improvement of HAART in Brazil, 1998–2008: a nationwide assessment of survival times after AIDS diagnosis among men who have sex with men
Malta M, da Silva CM, Magnanini M, Wirtz AL, Perissé AR, Beyrer C, Strathdee SA, Bastos FI
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:226 (7 March 2015)
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Research article
Influence of family and friend smoking on intentions to smoke and smoking-related attitudes and refusal self-efficacy among 9–10 year old children from deprived neighbourhoods: a cross-sectional study
McGee CE, Trigwell J, Fairclough SJ, Murphy RC, Porcellato L, Ussher M, Foweather L
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:225 (7 March 2015)
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Research article
Contribution of chronic diseases to the disability burden in a population 15 years and older, Belgium, 1997–2008
Yokota R, Berger N, Nusselder WJ, Robine J, Tafforeau J, Deboosere P, Van Oyen H
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:229 (7 March 2015)
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Research article
Different factors associated with loss to follow-up of infants born to HIV-infected or uninfected mothers: observations from the ANRS 12140-PEDIACAM study in Cameroon
Sidze L, Faye A, Tetang S, Penda I, Guemkam G, Ateba F, Ndongo J, Nguefack F, Texier G, Tchendjou P, Kfutwah A, Warszawski J, Tejiokem M
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:228 (7 March 2015)
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Debate
A critical review of population health literacy assessment
Guzys D, Kenny A, Dickson-Swift V, Threlkeld G
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:215 (4 March 2015)
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Debate
Meeting the International Health Regulations (2005) surveillance core capacity requirements at the subnational level in Europe: the added value of syndromic surveillance
Ziemann A, Rosenkötter N, Riesgo L, Fischer M, Krämer A, Lippert FK, Vergeiner G, Brand H, Krafft T
BMC Public Health 2015, 15:107 (7 February 2015)
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