July 5, 2011

Latest Article Alert from BMC Public Health (24 articles)

The latest articles from BMC Public Health, published between 28-Jun-2011 and 04-Jul-2011

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Study protocol
A randomised controlled trial of extended brief intervention for alcohol dependent patients in an acute hospital setting (ADPAC)
Owens L, Butcher G, Gilmore I, Kolamunnage-Dona R, Oyee J, Perkins L, Walley T, Williamson P, Wilson K, Pirmohamed M
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:528 (4 July 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/528/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-528.pdf

Study protocol
Screen-time Weight-loss Intervention Targeting Children at Home (SWITCH): A randomized controlled trial study protocol
Maddison R, Ni Mhurchu C, Foley L, Epstein L, Jiang Y, Tsai M, Dewes O, Heke I
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:524 (30 June 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/524/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-524.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/21718543

Study protocol
Web-based interventions for weight loss and weight maintenance among rural midlife and older women: protocol for a randomized clinical trial
Hageman PA, Pullen CH, Hertzog M, Boeckner LS, Walker SN
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:521 (30 June 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/521/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-521.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/21718512

Study protocol
Cost-effectiveness of intensive inpatient treatments for severely obese children and adolescents in the Netherlands; a randomized controlled trial (HELIOS)
Makkes S, Halberstadt J, Renders CM, Bosmans JE, van der Baan-Slootweg OH, Seidell JC
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:518 (30 June 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/518/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-518.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/21718471

Study protocol
Test performance of faecal occult blood testing for the detection of bowel cancer in people with chronic kidney disease (DETECT) protocol
Wong G, Howard K, Chapman JR, Tong A, Bourke M, Hayen A, Macaskill P, Hope RL, Williams N, Kieu A, Allen R, Chadban S, Pollock C, Webster AC, Roger S, Craig JC
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:516 (29 June 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/516/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-516.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/21714917

Study protocol
Development, design, and conceptual issues of Project Zero Exposure: A program to protect young children from tobacco smoke exposure
Rosen LJ, Guttman N, Hovell MF, Ben Noach M, Winickoff JP, Tchernokovski S, Rosenblum JK, Rubenstein U, Seidmann V, Vardavas CI, Kleipeis NE, Zucker DM
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:508 (28 June 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/508/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-508.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/21711530

Correspondence
Contributions and challenges of cross-national comparative research in migration, ethnicity and health: insights from a preliminary study of maternal health in Germany, Canada and the UK
Salway SM, Higginbottom G, Reime B, Bharj KK, Chowbey P, Foster C, Friedrich J, Gerrish K, Mumtaz Z, O'Brien B
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:514 (29 June 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/514/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-514.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/21714893

Research article
Self-reported health status and access to health services in a sample of prisoners in Italy
Nobile CG, Flotta D, Nicotera G, Pileggi C, Angelillo IF
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:529 (4 July 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/529/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-529.pdf

Research article
Experience of sexual coercion and risky sexual behavior among Ugandan university students
Agardh A, Odberg-Pettersson K, Ostergren P
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:527 (4 July 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/527/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-527.pdf

Research article
Correlation between driving-related skill and alcohol use in young-adults from six European countries: the TEN-D by Night Project
Siliquini R, Bert F, Alonso F, Berchialla P, Colombo A, Druart A, Kedzia M, Siliquini V, Vankov D, Villerusa A, Manzoli L, (TEN-D by Night Group) T
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:526 (1 July 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/526/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-526.pdf

Research article
A Qualitative Exploration of Malaysian Cancer Patients' Perspectives on Cancer and its treatment
Farooqui M, Hassali MA, Shatar AK, Shafie AA, Seang TB, Farooqui MA
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:525 (1 July 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/525/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-525.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/21718547

Research article
Reproductive health and access to healthcare facilities: risk factors for depression and anxiety in women with an earthquake experience
Anwar J, Mpofu E, Matthews LR, Shadoul AF, Brock KE
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:523 (30 June 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/523/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-523.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/21718519

Research article
Agent-based simulation for weekend-extension strategies to mitigate influenza outbreaks
Mao L
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:522 (30 June 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/522/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-522.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/21718518

Research article
Rural-to-urban migration and its implication for New Cooperative Medical Scheme coverage and utilization in China
Qiu P, Yang Y, Zhang J, Ma X
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:520 (30 June 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/520/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-520.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/21718506

Research article
12-month mortality and loss-to-program in antiretroviral-treated children: The IeDEA pediatric West African Database to evaluate AIDS (pWADA), 2000-2008.
Ekouevi DK, Azondekon A, Dicko F, Malateste K, Toure P, Eboua FT, Kouadio K, Renner L, Peterson K, Dabis F, Signate-Sy H, Leroy V, pWADA I
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:519 (30 June 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/519/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-519.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/21718505

Research article
Expanded syringe exchange programs and reduced HIV infection among new injection drug users in Tallinn, Estonia
Uuskula A, Des Jarlais DC, Kals M, Ruutel K, Abel-Ollo K, Talu A, Sobolev I
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:517 (30 June 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/517/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-517.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/21718469

Research article
Care seeking and attitudes towards treatment compliance by newly enrolled tuberculosis patients in the district treatment programme in rural western Kenya: a qualitative study
Ayisi JG, vant Hoog AH, Agaya JA, Mchembere W, Nyamthimba PO, Muhenje O, Marston BJ
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:515 (29 June 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/515/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-515.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/21714895

Research article
Words matter: a qualitative investigation of which weight status terms are acceptable and motivate weight loss when used by health professionals?
Gray CM, Hunt K, Lorimer K, Anderson AS, Benzeval M, Wyke S
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:513 (29 June 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/513/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-513.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/21714892

Research article
Changes in Smoking Prevalence among U.S. Adults by State and Region: Estimates from the Tobacco Use Supplement to the Current Population Survey, 1992-2007
Jemal A, Thun M, Yu XQ, Hartman AM, Cokkinides V, Center MM, Ross H, Ward EM
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:512 (29 June 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/512/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-512.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/21714876

Research article
Controlling behavior, power relations within intimate relationships and intimate partner physical and sexual violence against women in Nigeria.
Antai D
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:511 (29 June 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/511/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-511.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/21714854

Research article
Effect of health insurance on delivery care utilization and perceived delays and barriers among southern Thai women
Liabsuetrakul T, Oumudee N
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:510 (28 June 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/510/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-510.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/21711550

Research article
Drug utilization patterns and reported health status in ethnic German migrants (Aussiedler) in Germany: a cross-sectional study
Volodina A, Bertsche T, Kostev K, Winkler V, Haefeli W, Becher H
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:509 (28 June 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/509/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-509.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/21711531

Research article
Why some do but most don't. Barriers and enablers to engaging low-income groups in physical activity programmes: a mixed methods study
Withall J, Jago R, Fox KR
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:507 (28 June 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/507/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-507.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/21711514

Research article
Policy Environment and Male Circumcision for HIV Prevention:Findings from a Situation Analysis Study in Tanzania
Mwanga JR, Wambura M, Mosha JF, Mshana G, Mosha F, Changalucha J
BMC Public Health 2011, 11:506 (28 June 2011)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/506/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-11-506.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/21708046

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