May 24, 2011

Latest Article Alert from BMC Public Health (180 articles)

The latest articles from BMC Public Health, published between 31-Mar-2011 and 23-May-2011

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Study protocol
Reducing psychological distress and obesity in Australian farmers by promoting physical activity
Brumby S, Chandrasekara A, McCoombe S, Torres S, Kremer P, Lewandowski P
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:362 (23 May 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/362/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-362.pdf

Study protocol
Randomised-controlled trial of a web-based dietary intervention for patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus: Study protocol of myDIDeA
Ramadas A, Quek K, Chan CK, Oldenburg B, Hussein Z
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:359 (21 May 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/359/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-359.pdf

Study protocol
Mechanistic Indicators of Childhood Asthma (MICA) Study: piloting an integrative design for evaluating environmental health
Gallagher J, Hudgens E, Williams A, Inmon J, Rhoney S, Andrews G, Reif D, Heidenfelder B, Neas L, Williams R, Johnson M, Ozkaynak H, Edwards S, Cohen Hubal E
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:344 (19 May 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/344/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-344.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/21595901

Study protocol
A randomised controlled trial for overweight and obese parents to prevent childhood obesity - Early STOPP (STockholm Obesity Prevention Program)
Sobko T, Svensson V, Ek A, Ekstedt M, Karlsson H, Johansson E, Cao Y, Hagstromer M, Marcus C
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:336 (18 May 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/336/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-336.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/21592388

Study protocol
Development of strategies for effective communication of food risks and benefits across Europe: Design and conceptual framework of the FoodRisC project
Barnett J, McConnon A, Kennedy J, Raats M, Shepherd R, Verbeke W, Fletcher J, Kuttschreuter M, Lima L, Wills J, Wall P
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:308 (13 May 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/308/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-308.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/21569458

Study protocol
The Mental Vitality at Work Study: Design of a Randomized Controlled Trial on the Effect of a Workers' Health Surveillance Mental Module for Nurses and Allied Health Professionals
Gartner FR, Ketelaar SM, Smeets O, Bolier L, Fischer E, van Dijk FJ, Nieuwenhuijsen K, Sluiter JK
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:290 (10 May 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/290/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-290.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/21569282

Study protocol
PLAYgrounds: Effect of a PE playground program in primary schools on PA levels during recess in 6 to 12 year old children. Design of a prospective controlled trial
Janssen M, Toussaint HM, Van Willem M, Verhagen EA
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:282 (8 May 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/282/abstract
Full text http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/282
PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-282.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/21548998

Study protocol
Peripheral and central arterial pressure and its relationship to vascular target organ damage in carotid artery, retina and arterial stiffness. Development and validation of a tool. The Vaso risk study
Garcia-Ortiz L, Ramos-Delgado E, Recio-Rodriguez JI, Agudo-Conde C, Martinez-Salgado C, Patino-Alonso MC, Rodriguez-Sanchez E, Gomez-Marcos MA, the Vaso risk group
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:266 (27 April 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/266/abstract
Full text http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/266
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PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/21524299

Study protocol
A cluster randomised school-based lifestyle intervention programme for the prevention of childhood obesity and related early cardiovascular disease (JuvenTUM 3)
Siegrist M, Hanssen H, Lammel C, Haller B, Halle M
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:258 (22 April 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/258/abstract
Full text http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/258
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PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/21513530

Study protocol
Evaluation of the impact of the voucher and accreditation approach on improving reproductive behaviors and RH status: Bangladesh
Rob U, Rahman M, Bellows B
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:257 (22 April 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/257/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-257.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/21513528

Study protocol
Testing the association between psychosocial job strain and adverse birth outcomes. Design and methods.
Larsen AD, Hannerz H, Obel C, Thulstrup AM, Bonde JP, Hougaard KS
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:255 (21 April 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/255/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-255.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/21510894

Study protocol
The Alcohol Intervention Training Program (AITP): A response to alcohol misuse in the farming community
Brumby SA, Kennedy AJ, Mellor D, McCabe MP, Ricciardelli LA, Head A, Mercer-Grant C
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:242 (19 April 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/242/abstract
Full text http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/242
PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-242.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/21501527

Study protocol
Exercise and Nutrition Routine Improving Cancer Health (ENRICH): The protocol for a randomized efficacy trial of a nutrition and physical activity program for adult cancer survivors and carers
James EL, Stacey F, Chapman K, Lubans DR, Asprey G, Sundquist K, Boyes A, Girgis A
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:236 (15 April 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/236/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-236.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/21496251

Study protocol
Targeting young drinkers online: the effectiveness of a web-based brief alcohol intervention in reducing heavy drinking among college students: study protocol of a two-arm parallel group randomized controlled trial
Voogt CV, Poelen EA, Kleinjan M, Lemmers LA, Engels RC
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:231 (14 April 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/231/abstract
Full text http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/231
PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-231.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/21492412

Study protocol
PDA+: A Personal Digital Assistant for Obesity Treatment - An RCT testing the use of technology to enhance weight loss treatment for veterans
Duncan JM, Janke E, Kozak AT, Roehrig M, Russell SW, McFadden H, Demott A, Pictor A, Hedeker D, Spring B
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:223 (11 April 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/223/abstract
Full text http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/223
PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-223.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/21481253

Study protocol
Protocol for the ADDITION-Plus study: a randomised controlled trial of an individually-tailored behaviour change intervention among people with recently diagnosed type 2 diabetes under intensive UK general practice care
Griffin SJ, Simmons RK, Williams KM, Prevost A, Hardeman W, Grant J, Whittle F, Boase S, Hobbis I, Brage S, Westgate K, Fanshawe T, Sutton S, Wareham NJ, Kinmonth A, the ADDITION-Plus study team
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:211 (4 April 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/211/abstract
Full text http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/211
PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-211.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/21463520

Study protocol
The effectiveness of peer health coaching in improving glycemic control among low-income patients with diabetes: protocol for a randomized controlled trial
Ghorob A, Vivas M, De Vore D, Ngo V, Bodenheimer T, Chen E, Thom DH
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:208 (1 April 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/208/abstract
Full text http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/208
PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-208.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/21457567

Study protocol
Weight Care Project: Health professionals' attitudes and ability to assess body weight status - Study protocol
Moorhead A, Coates V, Hazlett D, Gallagher A, Murphy K, Nolan G, Dinsmore J
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:202 (31 March 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/202/abstract
Full text http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/202
PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-202.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/21453525

Debate
What could infant and young child nutrition learn from sweatshops?
Singer PA, Ansett S, Sagoe-Moses I
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:276 (5 May 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/276/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-276.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/21545745

Correspondence
Variations in food and drink advertising in UK monthly women's magazines according to season, magazine type and socio-economic profile of readers: a descriptive study of publications over 12 months
Adams J, Simpson E, White M
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:368 (23 May 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/368/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-368.pdf

Correspondence
GET WELL: an automated surveillance system for gaining new epidemiological knowledge
Hulth A, Rydevik G
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:252 (21 April 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/252/abstract
Full text http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/252
PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-252.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/21510860

Research article
Epidemiology of Tuberculosis in a low-incidence Italian region with high immigration rates: differences between not Italy-born and Italy-born TB cases
Odone A, Ricco M, Morandi M, Borrini BM, Pasquarella C, Signorelli C
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:376 (23 May 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/376/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-376.pdf

Research article
How do patient characteristics influence informal payments for inpatient and outpatient health care in Albania: Results of logit and OLS models using Albanian LSMS 2005
Tomini S, Maarse H
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:375 (23 May 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/375/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-375.pdf

Research article
Military veteran mortality following a survived suicide attempt
Weiner J, Richmond TS, Conigliaro J, Wiebe DJ
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:374 (23 May 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/374/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-374.pdf

Research article
Acceptability of Medical Male Circumcision in the Traditionally Circumcising Communities in Northern Tanzania
Wambura M, Mwanga JR, Mosha JF, Mshana G, Mosha F, Changalucha J
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:373 (23 May 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/373/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-373.pdf

Research article
Validating child vaccination status in a demographic surveillance system using data from a clinical cohort study: evidence from rural South Africa
Ndirangu J, Bland R, Barnighausen T, Newell M
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:372 (23 May 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/372/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-372.pdf

Research article
Weight gain and incident obesity among male snus users
Hansson J, Galanti M, Magnusson C, Hergens M
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:371 (23 May 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/371/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-371.pdf

Research article
The cost of changing physical activity behaviour: evidence from a "physical activity pathway" in the primary care setting
Boehler CE, Milton KE, Bull FC, Fox-Rushby JA
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:370 (23 May 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/370/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-370.pdf

Research article
The role of gender in a smoking cessation intervention: a cluster randomized clinical trial
Puente D, Cabezas C, Rodriguez-Blanco T, Fernandez-Alonso C, Cebrian T, Torrecilla M, Clemente L, Martin C, (IAPP Network Node) I
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:369 (23 May 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/369/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-369.pdf

Research article
Characteristics of tuberculosis patients at intake in Cambodia, two provinces in China, and Viet Nam.
Hoa NB, Wei C, Sokun C, Jens LM, Hans RL
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:367 (23 May 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/367/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-367.pdf

Research article
Hospitalizations for varicella in children and adolescents in a referral hospital in Hong Kong, 2004 to 2008: A time series study
Chan JY, Tian L, Kwan YW, Chan WM, Leung CW
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:366 (23 May 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/366/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-366.pdf

Research article
Prevalence of obesity and associated risk factors among adults in Kinondoni municipal district, Dar es Salaam Tanzania.
Shayo GA, Mugusi FM
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:365 (23 May 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/365/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-365.pdf

Research article
Helping boys at-risk of criminal activity: qualitative results of a multi-component intervention
Lipman EL, Kenny M, Brennan E, O'Grady S, Augimeri L
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:364 (23 May 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/364/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-364.pdf

Research article
Underestimation of weight and its associated factors among overweight and obese adults in Pakistan: a cross sectional study
Bhanji S, Khuwaja A, Siddiqui F, Azam I, Kazmi K
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:363 (23 May 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/363/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-363.pdf

Research article
Using clinical trial data and linked administrative health data to reduce the risk of adverse events associated with the uptake of newly released drugs by older Australians: a model process
Whitstock MT, Pearce CM, Ridout SC, Eckermann EJ
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:361 (21 May 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/361/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-361.pdf

Research article
Delivery Practices and Associated Factors among Mothers seeking child welfare services in Selected health facilities in Nyandarua South District, Kenya
Wanjira C, Mwangi M, Mathenge E, Mbugua G, Ng'ang'a Z
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:360 (21 May 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/360/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-360.pdf

Research article
Polyunsaturated fatty acid intake and prevalence of eczema and rhinoconjunctivitis in Japanese children: The Ryukyus Child Health Study
Miyake Y, Tanaka K, Sasaki S, Arakawa M
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:358 (21 May 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/358/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-358.pdf

Research article
Experience of violence and adverse reproductive health outcomes, HIV risks among mobile female sex workers in India
Swain SN, Saggurti N, Battala M, Verma RK, Jain AK
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:357 (20 May 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/357/abstract
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Research article
Feasibility and safety of setting up a donor breastmilk bank in a neonatal prem unit in a resource limited setting: An observational, longitudinal cohort study.
Coutsoudis I, Adhikari M, Nair N, Coutsoudis A
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:356 (20 May 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/356/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-356.pdf

Research article
Spatial distribution of the risk of dengue fever in southeast Brazil, 2006-2007
Cordeiro R, Donalisio MR, Andrade VR, Mafra AC, Nucci LB, Brown JC, Stephan C
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:355 (20 May 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/355/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-355.pdf

Research article
Hong Kong Chinese School Children with Elevated Urine Melamine Levels: A Prospective Follow Up Study
Kong AP, Choi K, Ho C, Chan MH, Wong C, Liu EK, Chu WC, Chow VC, Lau JT, Chan JC
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:354 (20 May 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/354/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-354.pdf

Research article
Would school closure for the 2009 H1N1 influenza epidemic have been worth the cost?: a computational simulation of Pennsylvania
Brown ST, Tai JH, Bailey RR, Cooley PC, Wheaton WD, Potter MA, Voorhees RE, LeJeune M, Grefenstette JJ, Burke DS, McGlone SM, Lee BY
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:353 (20 May 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/353/abstract
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Research article
A hepatitis A, B, C and HIV prevalence and risk factor study in ever injecting and non-injecting drug users in Luxembourg associated with HAV and HBV immunisations
Removille N, Origer A, Couffignal S, Vaillant M, Schmit J, Lair M
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:351 (19 May 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/351/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-351.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/21595969

Research article
Relationships between stress, coping and depressive symptoms among overseas university preparatory Chinese students: a cross-sectional study
Chou P, Chao YY, Yang H, Yeh G, Lee T
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:352 (19 May 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/352/abstract
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PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/21595974

Research article
Population-level effects of the national diabetes prevention programme (FIN-D2D) on the body weight, the waist circumference, and the prevalence of obesity
Salopuro TM, Saaristo T, Oksa H, Puolijoki H, Vanhala M, Ebeling T, Niskanen L, Tuomilehto J, Uusitupa M, Peltonen M
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:350 (19 May 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/350/abstract
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PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/21595955

Research article
Neighborhood Socioeconomic Status, Depression, and Health Status in the Look AHEAD (Action for Health in Diabetes) Study
Gary-Webb TL, Baptiste-Roberts K, Pham L, Wesche-Thobaben J, Patricio J, Pi-Sunyer F, Brown AF, Jones-Corneille L, Brancati FL, (larg) T
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:349 (19 May 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/349/abstract
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Research article
Fostering accurate HIV/AIDS knowledge among unmarried youths in Cameroon: Do family environment and peers matter?
Tsala Dimbuene Z, Kuate Defo B
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:348 (19 May 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/348/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-348.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/21595931

Research article
Asthma in an Urban Population in Portugal: A prevalence study
Correia-de-Sousa J, Espirito-Santo M, Colaco T, Almada-Lobo F, Yaphe J
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:347 (19 May 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/347/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-347.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/21595928

Research article
High rates of albuminuria but not of low eGFR in Urban Indigenous Australians: the DRUID Study
Maple-Brown LJ, Cunningham J, Hodge AM, Weeramanthri T, Dunbar T, Lawton PD, Zimmet PZ, Chadban SJ, Polkinghorne KR, Shaw JE, O'Dea K
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:346 (19 May 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/346/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-346.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/21595912

Research article
Childhood meat eating and inflammatory markers: The Guangzhou Biobank Cohort Study
Schooling CM, Jiang C, Lam T, Zhang W, Cheng K, Leung GM
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:345 (19 May 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/345/abstract
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PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/21595911

Research article
Body weight, weight perceptions and food intake patterns. A cross-sectional study among male recruits in the Norwegian National Guard.
Uglem S, Stea TH, Frolich W, Wandel M
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:343 (19 May 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/343/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-343.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/21595899

Research article
Married women's decision making power on modern contraceptive use in urban and rural southern Ethiopia
Bogale B, Wondafrash M, Tilahun T, Girma E
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:342 (19 May 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/342/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-342.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/21595897

Research article
Brucella spp. infection in large ruminants in an endemic area of Egypt: cross-sectional study investigating seroprevalence, risk factors and livestock owners' knowledge, attitudes and practices (KAPs).
Holt HR, Eltholth MM, Hegazy YM, El-Tras WF, Tayel AA, Guitian J
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:341 (19 May 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/341/abstract
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PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/21595871

Research article
Congenital rubella syndrome and autism spectrum disorder prevented by rubella vaccination - United States, 2001-2010
Berger BE, Navar-Boggan AM, Omer SB
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:340 (19 May 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/340/abstract
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PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/21592401

Research article
Knowledge, experience, and potential risks of dating violence among Japanese university students: a cross-sectional study
Ohnishi M, Nakao R, Shibayama T, Matsuyama Y, Oishi K, Miyahara H
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:339 (19 May 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/339/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-339.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/21592400

Research article
The World Starts With Me: A multilevel evaluation of a comprehensive sex education programme targeting adolescents in Uganda.
Rijsdijk LE, Bos AE, Ruiter RA, Leerlooijer JN, de Haas B, Schaalma HP
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:334 (18 May 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/334/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-334.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/21592369

Research article
Syndromic surveillance for influenza in two hospital emergency departments. Relationships between ICD-10 codes and notified cases, before and during a pandemic.
Moore K, Black J, Rowe S, Franklin L
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:338 (18 May 2011)
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BMC Public Health 2011, 11:337 (18 May 2011)
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BMC Public Health 2011, 11:335 (18 May 2011)
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Public Claims about Automatic External Defibrillators: An Online Consumer Opinions Study
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Brestoff JR, Perry IJ, Van den Broeck J
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:331 (18 May 2011)
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BMC Public Health 2011, 11:324 (17 May 2011)
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Yoshii H, Watanabe Y, Kitamura H, Chen J, Akazawa K
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:323 (17 May 2011)
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BMC Public Health 2011, 11:328 (17 May 2011)
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Seroprevalence of measles and natural rubella antibodies among children in Bangui, Central African Republic
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BMC Public Health 2011, 11:327 (17 May 2011)
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BMC Public Health 2011, 11:322 (16 May 2011)
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BMC Public Health 2011, 11:321 (16 May 2011)
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BMC Public Health 2011, 11:320 (16 May 2011)
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Wang M, Song H, Chen W, Lu C, Hu Q, Ren Z, Yang Y, Xu Y, Zhong A, Ling W
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:319 (16 May 2011)
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BMC Public Health 2011, 11:318 (16 May 2011)
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HIV epidemic in Far-Western Nepal: effect of seasonal labor migration to India
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Coniglio M, Platania M, Privitera D, Giammanco G, Pignato S
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BMC Public Health 2011, 11:301 (11 May 2011)
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Mortality by causes in HIV-infected adults: comparison with the general population
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Nicotine Dependence among Rural-Urban Migrants in China
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Perinatal outcomes among immigrant mothers over two periods in a region of central Italy
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BMC Public Health 2011, 11:288 (10 May 2011)
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BMC Public Health 2011, 11:287 (10 May 2011)
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BMC Public Health 2011, 11:277 (5 May 2011)
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BMC Public Health 2011, 11:275 (4 May 2011)
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BMC Public Health 2011, 11:272 (3 May 2011)
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BMC Public Health 2011, 11:268 (28 April 2011)
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BMC Public Health 2011, 11:267 (28 April 2011)
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BMC Public Health 2011, 11:261 (25 April 2011)
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BMC Public Health 2011, 11:260 (25 April 2011)
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Hunt K, Sweeting H, Sargent J, Lewars H, Young R, West P
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:259 (23 April 2011)
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Non-specific psychological distress, smoking status and smoking cessation: United States National Health Interview Survey 2005
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BMC Public Health 2011, 11:256 (22 April 2011)
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Lau JT, Lin C, Ho K, Lau M, Tsui H, Gu J, Lo K
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:254 (21 April 2011)
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BMC Public Health 2011, 11:253 (21 April 2011)
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BMC Public Health 2011, 11:251 (21 April 2011)
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BMC Public Health 2011, 11:250 (21 April 2011)
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BMC Public Health 2011, 11:249 (19 April 2011)
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BMC Public Health 2011, 11:247 (19 April 2011)
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Health problems among detainees in Switzerland: a study using the ICPC-2 classification
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BMC Public Health 2011, 11:245 (19 April 2011)
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BMC Public Health 2011, 11:244 (19 April 2011)
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Preventable maternal mortality: Geographic/rural-urban differences and associated factors from the population-based maternal mortality surveillance system in China
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BMC Public Health 2011, 11:241 (18 April 2011)
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BMC Public Health 2011, 11:240 (18 April 2011)
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Smokers' recall of Australian graphic cigarette packet warnings & awareness of associated health effects, 2005-2008
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BMC Public Health 2011, 11:238 (17 April 2011)
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BMC Public Health 2011, 11:234 (14 April 2011)
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