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Study protocol
The Healthy Start project: a randomized, controlled intervention to prevent overweight among normal weight, preschool children at high risk of future overweight.
Olsen NJ, Buch-Andersen T, Händel MN, Østergaard LM, Pedersen J, Seeger C, Stougaard M, Trærup M, Livemore K, Mortensen EL, Holst C, Heitmann BL
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:590 (1 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/590/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-590.pdf

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Understanding how adherence goals promote adherence behaviours: a repeated measure observational study with HIV seropositive patients
Jones G, Hawkins K, Mullin R, Nepusz T, Naughton DP, Sheeran P, Petróczi A
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:587 (1 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/587/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-587.pdf

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Design and baseline characteristics of the Short bouTs of Exercise for Preschoolers (STEP) study
Alhassan S, Nwaokelemeh O, Mendoza A, Shitole S, Whitt-Glover MC, Yancey A
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:582 (1 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/582/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-582.pdf

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The Devon Active Villages Evaluation (DAVE) trial: Study protocol of a stepped wedge cluster randomised trial of a community-level physical activity intervention in rural southwest England
Solomon E, Rees T, Ukoumunne OC, Hillsdon M
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:581 (1 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/581/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-581.pdf

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Study protocol of a parent-focused child feeding and dietary intake intervention: the feeding healthy food to kids randomised controlled trial
Duncanson K, Burrows T, Collins C
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:564 (28 July 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/564/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-564.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22839300

Study protocol
International collaborative project to compare and track the nutritional composition of fast foods
Dunford E, Food Monitoring Group T
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:559 (27 July 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/559/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-559.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22838731

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Health and aging in elderly farmers: the AMI cohort
Peres K, Matharan F, Allard M, Amieva H, Baldi I, Barberger-Gateau P, Bergua V, Bourdel-Marchasson I, Delcourt C, Foubert-Samier A, Fourrier-Réglat A, Gaimard M, Laberon S, Maubaret C, Postal V, Raherison C, Rainfray M, Rascle N, Dartigues J
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:558 (27 July 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/558/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-558.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22839764

Study protocol
Knowledge exchange in the Pacific: The TROPIC (Translational Research into Obesity-prevention Policies for Communities) project
Mavoa HM, Waqa G, Moodie M, Kremer P, McCabe M, Snowdon W, Swinburn B
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:552 (25 July 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/552/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-552.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22830984

Study protocol
Walks4work: Rationale and study design to investigate walking at lunchtime in the workplace setting.
Brown DK, Barton JL, Pretty J, Gladwell VF
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:550 (25 July 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/550/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-550.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22830646

Research article
Socioeconomic inequalities in lipid and glucose metabolism in early childhood in a population-based cohort: the ABCD-Study
van den Berg G, van Eijsden M, Vrijkotte TG, Gemke RJ
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:591 (1 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/591/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-591.pdf

Research article
Colorectal cancer mortality and industrial pollution in Spain
López-Abente G, García-Pérez J, Fernández-Navarro P, Boldo E, Ramis R
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:589 (1 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/589/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-589.pdf

Research article
Differing trends in the association between obesity and self-reported health in Portugal and Switzerland. Data from national health surveys 1992-2007
Marques-Vidal P, Ravasco P, Paccaud F
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:588 (1 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/588/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-588.pdf

Research article
Individual and district-level predictors of alcohol use: cross sectional findings from a rural mental health survey in Australia
Inder KJ, Handley TE, Fitzgerald M, Lewin TJ, Coleman C, Perkins D, Kelly BJ
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:586 (1 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/586/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-586.pdf

Research article
Medical device assessment: scientific evidence examined by the French National Agency for Health - a descriptive study
Huot L, Decullier E, Maes-Beny K, Chapuis FR
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:585 (1 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/585/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-585.pdf

Research article
Getting back to work after injury: the UK Burden of Injurymulticentre longitudinal study
Kendrick D, Vinogravoda Y, Coupland C, Christie N, Lyons RA, Towner EL
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:584 (1 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/584/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-584.pdf

Research article
The effects of house moves during early childhood on child mental health at age 9 years
Rumbold AR, Giles LC, Whitrow MJ, Steele EJ, Davies CE, Davies MJ, Moore VM
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:583 (1 August 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/583/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-583.pdf

Research article
Cancer awareness among adolescents in Britain: a cross-sectional study
Kyle RG, Forbat L, Hubbard G
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:580 (31 July 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/580/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-580.pdf

Research article
Effect of survey instrument on participation in a follow-up study: a randomization study of a mailed questionnaire versus a computer-assisted telephone interview
Rocheleau CM, Romitti PA, Hockett Sherlock S, Sanderson WT, Bell EM, Druschel C
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:579 (31 July 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/579/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-579.pdf

Research article
Advances in childhood immunisation in South Africa: where to now? Programme managers¿ views and evidence from systematic reviews
Wiysonge CS, Ngcobo NJ, Jeena PM, Madhi SA, Schoub BD, Hawkridge A, Shey MS, Hussey GD
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:578 (31 July 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/578/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-578.pdf

Research article
Measuring patient activation in the Netherlands: translation and validation of the American short form Patient Activation Measure (PAM13)
Rademakers J, Nijman J, van der Hoek L, Heijmans M, Rijken M
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:577 (31 July 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/577/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-577.pdf

Research article
The FIFA Women's World Cup in Germany 2011 - A practical example for tailoring an event-specific enhanced infectious disease surveillance system
Takla A, Benzler J, Velasco E
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:576 (31 July 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/576/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-576.pdf

Research article
Licit prescription drug use in a Swedish population according to age, gender and socioeconomic status after adjusting for level of multi-morbidity
Thorell K, Skoog J, Zielinski A, Borgquist L, Halling A
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:575 (31 July 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/575/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-575.pdf

Research article
Does the effect of gender modify the relationship between deprivation and mortality?
Salcedo N, Saez M, Bragulat B, Saurina C
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:574 (30 July 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/574/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-574.pdf

Research article
The experiences of women of reproductive age regarding health-promoting behaviours: A qualitative study
Baheiraei A, Mirghafourvand M, Mohammadi E, Mohammad-Alizadeh Charandabi S
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:573 (30 July 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/573/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-573.pdf

Research article
Net financial benefits of averting HIV infections among people who inject drugs in Urumqi, Xinjiang, Peoples Republic of China (2005¿2010)
Ni M, Fu L, Chen X, Hu X, Wheeler K
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:572 (29 July 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/572/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-572.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22839738

Research article
Substance use and risky sexual behaviours among sexually experienced Ghanaian youth
Doku D
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:571 (29 July 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/571/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-571.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22839700

Research article
Does school-based physical activity decrease overweight and obesity in children aged 6¿9 years? A two-year non-randomized longitudinal intervention study in the Czech Republic
Sigmund E, El Ansari W, Sigmundová D
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:570 (29 July 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/570/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-570.pdf

Research article
Acceptability of condom promotion and distribution among 10¿19 year-old adolescents in Mpwapwa and Mbeya rural districts, Tanzania
Exavery A, Mubyazi GM, Rugemalila J, Mushi AK, Massaga JJ, Malebo HM, Tenu F, Ikingura JJ, Malekia S, Makundi EA, Ruta AM, Ogondiek JW, Wiketye V, Malecela MN
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:569 (29 July 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/569/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-569.pdf

Research article
A summary index of infant and child feeding practices is associated with child growth in urban Shanghai
Ma J, Zhou L, Hu Y, Liu J, Liu S, Zhang J, Sheng X
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:568 (28 July 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/568/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-568.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22839527

Research article
Increased risk of cancer in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus: A retrospective cohort study in China
Zhang P, Chen Z, Lv D, Xu Y, Gu W, Zhang X, Le Y, Zhu H, Zhu Y
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:567 (28 July 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/567/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-567.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22839452

Research article
Factors associated with complete immunization coverage in children aged 12¿23 months in Ambo Woreda, Central Ethiopia
Etana B, Deressa W
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:566 (28 July 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/566/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-566.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22839418

Research article
Sociodemographic and socioeconomic differences in sleep duration and insomnia-related symptoms in Finnish adults
Lallukka T, Sares-Jäske L, Kronholm E, Sääksjärvi K, Lundqvist A, Partonen T, Rahkonen O, Knekt P
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:565 (28 July 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/565/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-565.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22839359

Research article
Quantity of documentation of maltreatment risk factors in injury-related paediatric hospitalisations
McKenzie K, Scott DA
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:563 (28 July 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/563/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-563.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22839206

Research article
the negative impact of living environment on intelligence quotient of primary school children in Baghdad city , Iraq: a cross-sectional study
Ghazi HF, Isa ZM, Aljunid S, Shah SA, Tamil AM, Abdal qader MA
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:562 (27 July 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/562/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-562.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22839101

Research article
Road traffic related mortality in Vietnam: Evidence for policy from a national sample mortality surveillance system
Ngo AD, Rao C, Thi Phuong Hoa N, Hoy D, Thi Quynh Trang K, Hill PS
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:561 (27 July 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/561/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-561.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22838959

Research article
Psychosocial factors associated with becoming a young father in Finland: a nationwide longitudinal study
Lehti V, Sourander A, Sillanmäki L, Helenius H, Tamminen T, Kumpulainen K, Almqvist F
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:560 (27 July 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/560/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-560.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22838840

Research article
Roll-your-own tobacco use among Canadian youth: is it a bigger problem than we think?
Leatherdale ST, Burkhalter R
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:557 (27 July 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/557/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-557.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22834563

Research article
Public perception of drinking water safety in South Africa 2002¿2009: a repeated cross-sectional study
Wright JA, Yang H, Rivett U, Gundry SW
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:556 (27 July 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/556/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-556.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22834485

Research article
Temporal trends and gender differentials in causes of childhood deaths at Ballabgarh, India - Need for revisiting child survival strategies
Krishnan A, Ng N, Kapoor SK, Pandav CS, Byass P
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:555 (26 July 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/555/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-555.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22834416

Research article
Different Points of a Continuum? Cross Sectional Comparison of the Current and Pre-contact Psychosocial Problems among the Different Categories of Adolescents in Institutional Care in Nigeria
Atilola O
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:554 (26 July 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/554/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-554.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22835146

Research article
Household knowledge, attitudes and practices related to pet contact and associated zoonoses in Ontario, Canada
Stull JW, Peregrine AS, Sargeant JM, Weese JS
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:553 (25 July 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/553/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-553.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22831165

Research article
Associations between fruit and vegetable intake, leisure-time physical activity, sitting time and self-rated health among older adults: cross-sectional data from the WELL study
Sodergren M, McNaughton SA, Salmon J, Ball K, Crawford D
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:551 (25 July 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/551/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-551.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22830932

Research article
Medication coaching program for patients with minor stroke or TIA: A pilot study
Sides E, Zimmer L, Wilson L, Pan W, Olson D, Peterson ED, Bushnell C
BMC Public Health 2012, 12:549 (25 July 2012)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/549/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-12-549.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/22830539




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