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Correspondence
The science of epidemiology and the methods needed for public health assessments: a review of epidemiology textbooks
Gouda HN, Powles JW
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:139 (10 February 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/139/abstract
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PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24507570

Research article
Physical health-related quality of life predicts disability pension due to musculoskeletal disorders: seven years follow-up of the Hordaland Health Study Cohort
Haukenes I, Farbu EH, Riise T, Tell GS
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:167 (14 February 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/167/abstract
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Research article
Assessment of the prevalence of intestinal parasitosis and associated risk factors among primary school children in Chencha town, Southern Ethiopia
Abossie A, Seid M
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:166 (14 February 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/166/abstract
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Research article
An analysis of changes in mobility and safety of older drivers associated with a specific older driver on-road licensing test: a population study
Keall MD, Woodbury E
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:165 (14 February 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/165/abstract
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Research article
Evaluating the effects of the Lunchtime Enjoyment Activity and Play (LEAP) school playground intervention on children's quality of life, enjoyment and participation in physical activity
Hyndman BP, Benson AC, Ullah S, Telford A
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:164 (14 February 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/164/abstract
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Research article
Prevalence of depression among people with type 2 diabetes mellitus: a cross sectional study in Palestine
Sweileh WM, Abu-Hadeed HM, Al-Jabi SW, Zyoud SH
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:163 (13 February 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/163/abstract
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Research article
What type of rural?: assessing the variations in life expectancy at birth at small area-level for a small population province using classes of locally defined settlement types
Terashima M, Read Guernsey J, Andreou P
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:162 (13 February 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/162/abstract
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Research article
A cross-sectional, population-based study measuring comorbidity among people living with HIV in Ontario
Kendall CE, Wong J, Taljaard M, Glazier RH, Hogg W, Younger J, Manuel DG
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:161 (13 February 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/161/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-14-161.pdf

Research article
Important periods of weight development in childhood: a population-based longitudinal study
Glavin K, Roelants M, Strand BH, Júlíusson PB, Lie KK, Helseth S, Hovengen R
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:160 (13 February 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/160/abstract
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Research article
Vitamin D status among patients visiting a tertiary care center in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia: a retrospective review of 3475 cases
Alfawaz H, Tamim H, Alharbi S, Aljaser S, Tamimi W
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:159 (13 February 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/159/abstract
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Research article
Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome/human immunodeficiency virus knowledge, attitudes, and practices, and use of healthcare services among rural migrants: a cross-sectional study in China
Wang Y, Hao M, Lu F, Cochran C, Shen JJ, Xu P, Zeng G, Xu Y, Sun M, Li C, Li X, Chang F, Lu J
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:158 (13 February 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/158/abstract
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Research article
Television viewing through ages 2-5 years and bullying involvement in early elementary school
Verlinden M, Tiemeier H, Veenstra R, Mieloo CL, Jansen W, Jaddoe VW, Raat H, Hofman A, Verhulst FC, Jansen PW
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:157 (12 February 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/157/abstract
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Research article
Elementary school children's recess schedule and dietary intake at lunch: a community-based participatory research partnership pilot study
Hunsberger M, McGinnis P, Smith J, Beamer BA, O¿Malley J
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:156 (12 February 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/156/abstract
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Research article
No difference in sexual behavior of adolescent girls following Human Papilloma Virus vaccination: a case study two districts in Uganda; Nakasongola and Luwero
Aujo JC, Bakeera-Kitaka S, Kiguli S, Mirembe F
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:155 (12 February 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/155/abstract
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Research article
Lower vitamin D status is more common among Saudi adults with diabetes mellitus type 1 than in non-diabetics
Al-Daghri NM, Al-Attas OS, Alokail MS, Alkharfy KM, Yakout SM, Aljohani NJ, Al Fawaz H, Al-Ajlan AS, Sheshah ES, Al-Yousef M, Alharbi M
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:153 (11 February 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/153/abstract
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PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24517121

Research article
Prevalence of congenital heart defect in Guangdong province, 2008-2012
Wu L, Li B, Xia J, Ji C, Liang Z, Ma Y, Li S, Wu Y, Wang Y, Zhao Q
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:152 (11 February 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/152/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-14-152.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24517105

Research article
Parent and child interactions with two contrasting anti-obesity advertising campaigns: a qualitative analysis
Thomas SL, Olds T, Pettigrew S, Yeatman H, Hyde J, Dragovic C
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:151 (11 February 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/151/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-14-151.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24517101

Research article
Associations between socioeconomic, parental and home environment factors and fruit and vegetable consumption of children in grades five and six in British Columbia, Canada
Attorp A, Scott JE, Yew AC, Rhodes RE, Barr SI, Naylor P
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:150 (11 February 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/150/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-14-150.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24517088

Research article
Can food vouchers improve nutrition and reduce health inequalities in low-income mothers and young children: a multi-method evaluation of the experiences of beneficiaries and practitioners of the healthy start programme in England?
McFadden A, Green JM, Williams V, McLeish J, McCormick F, Fox-Rushby J, Renfrew MJ
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:148 (11 February 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/148/abstract
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PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24517737

Research article
Measuring underreporting and under-ascertainment in infectious disease datasets: a comparison of methods
Gibbons CL, Mangen MJ, Plass D, Havelaar AH, Brooke R, Kramarz P, Peterson KL, Stuurman AL, Cassini A, Fèvre EM, Kretzschmar ME
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:147 (11 February 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/147/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-14-147.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24517715

Research article
Implementing a free school-based fruit and vegetable programme: barriers and facilitators experienced by pupils, teachers and produce suppliers in the Boost study
Aarestrup A, Krølner R, Suldrup Jørgensen T, Evans A, Due P, Tjørnhøj-Thomsen T
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:146 (11 February 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/146/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-14-146.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24512278

Research article
Reliability and validity of the modified child and adolescent physical activity and nutrition survey (CAPANS-C) questionnaire examining potential correlates of physical activity participation among Chinese-Australian youth
Strugnell C, Renzaho A, Ridley K, Burns C
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:145 (11 February 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/145/abstract
Full text http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/145
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PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24512223

Research article
Changes in exposure to ‘life stressors’ in the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander population, 2002 to 2008
Stevens M, Paradies Y
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:144 (11 February 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/144/abstract
Full text http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/144
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PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24512200

Research article
Chronic disease burden associated with overweight and obesity in Ireland: the effects of a small BMI reduction at population level
Kearns K, Dee A, Fitzgerald AP, Doherty E, Perry IJ
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:143 (10 February 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/143/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-14-143.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24512151

Research article
Methods and feasibility of collecting occupational data for a large population-based cohort study in the United States: the reasons for geographic and racial differences in stroke study
MacDonald LA, Pulley L, Hein MJ, Howard VJ
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:142 (10 February 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/142/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-14-142.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24512119

Research article
Effects of financial incentives on motivating physical activity among older adults: results from a discrete choice experiment
Farooqui MA, Tan Y, Bilger M, Finkelstein EA
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:141 (10 February 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/141/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-14-141.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24512102

Research article
Process evaluation of an up-scaled community based child obesity treatment program: NSW Go4Fun®
Welsby D, Nguyen B, O'Hara BJ, Innes-Hughes C, Bauman A, Hardy LL
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:140 (10 February 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/140/abstract
Full text http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/140
PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-14-140.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24512080

Research article
The web of silence: a qualitative case study of early intervention and support for healthcare workers with mental ill-health
Moll SE
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:138 (8 February 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/138/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-14-138.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24507543

Research article
Sickness absence and disability pension due to otoaudiological diagnoses: risk of premature death – a nationwide prospective cohort study
Friberg E, Rosenhall U, Alexanderson K
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:137 (8 February 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/137/abstract
Full text http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/137
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PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24507477

Research article
Estimation of salt intake by 24-hour urinary sodium excretion: a cross-sectional study in Yantai, China
Xu J, Wang M, Chen Y, Zhen B, Li J, Luan W, Ning F, Liu H, Ma J, Ma G
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:136 (8 February 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/136/abstract
Full text http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/136
PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-14-136.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24507470

Research article
Effects of organisational-level interventions at work on employees' health: a systematic review
Montano D, Hoven H, Siegrist J
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:135 (8 February 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/135/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-14-135.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24507447

Study protocol
WalkMore: a randomized controlled trial of pedometer-based interventions differing on intensity messages
Tudor-Locke C, Swift DL, Schuna JM, Dragg AT, Davis AB, Martin CK, Johnson WD, Church TS
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:168 (15 February 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/168/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-14-168.pdf

Study protocol
Family group conferencing in youth care: characteristics of the decision making model, implementation and effectiveness of the Family Group (FG) plans
Asscher JJ, Dijkstra S, Stams GJ, Dekovi? M, Creemers HE
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:154 (11 February 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/154/abstract
Full text http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/154
PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-14-154.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24517167

Study protocol
The influence of HIV disease events/stages on smoking attitudes and behaviors: Project STATE (Study of Tobacco Attitudes and Teachable Events)
Vidrine DJ, Fletcher FE, Buchberg M, Li Y, Arduino RC, Gritz ER
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:149 (11 February 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/149/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-14-149.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24517853

Study protocol
The INSPIRED study: a randomised controlled trial of the whole person model of disease self-management for people with type 2 diabetes
Clarke DM, Baird DE, Perera DN, Hagger VL, Teede HJ
BMC Public Health 2014, 14:134 (8 February 2014)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/134/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2458-14-134.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/24507417










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