MedWorm.com provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest items from the 'Canadian Journal of Public Health' source. Sat, 10 Oct 2009 19:29:11 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2766574&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19722333%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Paradis G PMID: 19722333 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2766574 Tue, 30 Jun 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2766574 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2766573&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19722334%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Lessard R, Raynault MF PMID: 19722334 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2766573 Tue, 30 Jun 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2766573 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2766572&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19722335%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: McKay M PMID: 19722335 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2766572 Tue, 30 Jun 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2766572 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2766571&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19722336%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Telehealth Ontario call volume fluctuation reflects directly on ED GI visit data on a provincial basis. Telehealth Ontario GI call complaints are a timely, novel and representative data stream that shows promise for integration into a real-time syndromic surveillance system for detection of unexpected events. PMID: 19722336 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2766571 Tue, 30 Jun 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2766571 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2766570&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19722337%26dopt%3DAbstract DISCUSSION: Injuries severe enough to require a hospital admission were higher in First Nations communities in northern Ontario relative to those in northern and southern Ontario communities. Higher rates of certain injuries were also noted in northern compared with southern communities. This underscores the importance of using a geographic comparison group. PMID: 19722337 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2766570 Tue, 30 Jun 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2766570 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2766569&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19722338%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: The study permitted the construction of easily interpretable risk profiles of recurrent falling. These can guide clinicians and public health practitioners to identify high-risk individuals and to decide on the appropriate intervention and follow-up. PMID: 19722338 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2766569 Tue, 30 Jun 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2766569 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2766568&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19722339%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Our findings demonstrate that there are geographic differences and other sources of variation in the age at which Canadian children are diagnosed with autism. Further study is warranted to understand the factors contributing to these differences. Such research would inform best practices for early detection and timely access to treatment. PMID: 19722339 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2766568 Tue, 30 Jun 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2766568 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2766567&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19722340%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Integration of the Canadian recommendations into Canadian prenatal record forms may be an effective public health strategy for helping identify pregnancies at high risk for alcohol exposure, reducing the incidence of a FASD through appropriate prenatal intervention and referral, and facilitating early diagnosis of a FASD. PMID: 19722340 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2766567 Tue, 30 Jun 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2766567 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2766566&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19722341%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Ten years after folic acid fortification of the food supply, neither the CNF nor label values accurately reflect actual amounts of folate in foods. Further, overage differences by food category hinder the development of future strategies designed to strike the right balance between health benefits and risks; monitoring of fortified foods for their nutrient content is required. PMID: 19722341 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2766566 Tue, 30 Jun 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2766566 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2766565&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19722342%26dopt%3DAbstract DISCUSSION: Occupation appears to be of greater utility than economic sector for defining courses of action in public health. These research results make it possible to identify a set of occupations to target for preventive interventions in conjunction with other public health interventions. PMID: 19722342 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2766565 Tue, 30 Jun 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2766565 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2766564&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19722343%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Hawe P The social justice framing within the WHO Commission's Report on the Social Determinants of Health is vital. Yet it can too easily be dismissed as ideology and an unfit justification for major change. Although the general public acknowledges that structural factors, such as poverty, can affect health, they tend to see personal health behaviours as the strongest determinants of health, mirroring the main focus of health providers in recent decades. Thus a social reform agenda, while being an integral part of public health history, is nowadays too often seen as remote from the essential core of work in health. Translating the Commission's agenda into action therefore requires a recalibration of our entire health system, starting with an understanding of how complex issues... Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2766564 Tue, 30 Jun 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2766564 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2766563&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19722344%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Walking is a popular physical activity for Canadian adults, regardless of age, sex, BMI or income group, however, the prevalence of regular walking varies between demographic subgroups. Public health strategies that focus on promoting walking for exercise should consider these results when defining target audiences and designing interventions. PMID: 19722344 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2766563 Tue, 30 Jun 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2766563 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2766562&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19722345%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Our results identify important determinants of last-time condom use in both males and females in the CCHS 3.1. These findings may have important implications for the devising and implementation of safe sex programs in a Canadian population ages 15-49 years. PMID: 19722345 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2766562 Tue, 30 Jun 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2766562 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2766561&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19722346%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: This research provided insight into the unique meanings of sustainability held by different stakeholders during their involvement in a fall prevention program. The array of definitions held by stakeholders demonstrates how easily the efforts of those involved can become fragmented and, therefore, less effective in reaching the end goal of program sustainability when the project team is not working from the same definition of what that goal means. PMID: 19722346 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2766561 Tue, 30 Jun 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2766561 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2766560&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19722347%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Most foods offered in sports, recreational and cultural facilities are of low nutritional value. Citywide guidelines should be introduced to control the quality and the quantity of healthy foods and snacks sold in the municipal facilities. Although introducing these measures may be challenging, a majority of the municipal representatives agree with the proposed changes. They believe that a healthier food environment goes hand in hand with the practice of physical activity. PMID: 19722347 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2766560 Tue, 30 Jun 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2766560 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2766559&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19722348%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: The process to develop culturally sensitive and evidence-based materials for Chinese is detailed in this article. This multi-year project designed and distributed customized resource kits, through consultation with partners and stakeholders. Project outcomes will be further assessed one year after distribution of the kits. This project template may be useful for adaptation and use in other ethnocultural groups within and outside Ontario. PMID: 19722348 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2766559 Tue, 30 Jun 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2766559 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2541505&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19507713%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Paradis G PMID: 19507713 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2541505 Thu, 30 Apr 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2541505 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2541504&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19507714%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Butler-Jones D PMID: 19507714 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2541504 Thu, 30 Apr 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2541504 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2541503&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19507715%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Rutty CJ PMID: 19507715 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2541503 Thu, 30 Apr 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2541503 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2541502&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19507716%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Labonté R Economic events of the past year are beginning to create hardships for tens of thousands of Canadians. There are likely to be health effects as well, to the extent that unemployment and poverty rates rise. Conditions, however, will be much worse for those living in poorer countries. High-income countries are committing trillions of dollars in countercyclical spending and banking bail-outs. Poorer countries need to do the same, but lack the resources to do so. Yet foreign aid and fairer trade are widely expected to be among the first high-income country victims of the recession fallout as nations turn inwards and protectionist. This is neither good for global health nor necessary given the scale of untaxed (or unfairly taxed) wealth that could be harnessed for a ... Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2541502 Thu, 30 Apr 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2541502 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2541501&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19507717%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Simms CD, Persaud DD Poverty is an important determinant of ill health, mortality and suffering across the globe. This commentary asks what we can learn about poverty by looking at the way rich countries respond to the needs of vulnerable populations both within their own societies and those of low-income countries. Taking advantage of recent efforts to redefine child poverty in a way that is consistent with the World Health Organization's Commission on Social Determinants of Health, three sets of data are reviewed: levels of child well-being within 23 Organization of Economic Community Development countries; the amount of official development assistance these countries disburse to poor countries; and, government social transfers targeted at families as a percentage of GDP. An... Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2541501 Thu, 30 Apr 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2541501 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2541500&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19507718%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The results demonstrate that residents with lower income are responsible for disproportionate usage of hospitals, physicians and medications; due mainly (but not entirely) to higher disease prevalence. PMID: 19507718 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2541500 Thu, 30 Apr 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2541500 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2541499&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19507719%26dopt%3DAbstract DISCUSSION: Our findings highlight the need for more adequate social assistance benefit levels, but also point to the need for better income supports for low-waged workers in Ontario so that they have sufficient financial resources to purchase the food they need. PMID: 19507719 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2541499 Thu, 30 Apr 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2541499 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2541498&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19507720%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: The availability of healthful and unhealthful food varies across the Montréal CMA. Areas with lower education and more French-speaking households have a lesser availability of FVS. The association of FFO with high-traffic roadways and areas with high school attendance suggests a point for intervention via commercial zoning changes. PMID: 19507720 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2541498 Thu, 30 Apr 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2541498 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2541497&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19507721%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Better education of students on the role of CM specialists through increasing exposure to role models and demystifying inaccurate perceptions of CM through integration of public health with clinical medicine may potentially increase medical student entry into Community Medicine. PMID: 19507721 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2541497 Thu, 30 Apr 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2541497 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2541496&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19507722%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: The estimation of the size of Canada's public health physician workforce is currently limited by the lack of a clear definition and appropriate monitoring. It appears that, even with a reserve public health physician workforce that would almost double its numbers, Canada's available workforce is only 40% of projected requirements. Public health emergency preparedness planning exercises should clearly delineate public health physician roles and needs, and action should be taken accordingly to enhance the numbers of Canadian public health physicians and their capacity to meet these requirements. PMID: 19507722 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2541496 Thu, 30 Apr 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2541496 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2541495&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19507723%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Hatchette TF, Bastien N, Berry J, Booth TF, Chernesky M, Couillard M, Drews S, Ebsworth A, Fearon M, Fonseca K, Fox J, Gagnon JN, Guercio S, Horsman G, Jorowski C, Kuschak T, Li Y, Majury A, Petric M, Ratnam S, Smieja M, Van Caeseele P, As the world prepares for the next influenza pandemic, governments have made significant funding commitments to vaccine development and antiviral stockpiling. While these are essential components to pandemic response, rapid and accurate diagnostic testing remains an often neglected cornerstone of pandemic influenza preparedness. Clinicians and Public Health Practitioners need to understand the benefits and drawbacks of different influenza tests in both seasonal and pandemic settings. Culture has been the traditional gold standard for influenza... Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2541495 Thu, 30 Apr 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2541495 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2541494&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19507724%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Renaud L, Lagaé MC, Caron-Bouchard M As social elements of our environment, mass media are regarded as determinants of individual and population beliefs, social norms and habits. Since it is recognized that they influence population health, this study aims to obtain a better portrait of Quebec media content regarding physical activity and nutrition messages on a public health level. First, we analyzed the content of fictional television shows (n = 1 3) and advertisements broadcast during those shows (n = 68). Second, we reviewed the content of La Presse newspaper and of French television Société Radio-Canada from 1986 to 2005 with regard to physical activity and nutrition messages. Our results indicate a difference between how men and women are portrayed on Fren... Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2541494 Thu, 30 Apr 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2541494 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2541493&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19507725%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: El Shourbagi S For a long time, Québec has fostered the integration and social participation of people with an intellectual disability. However, few adaptations have been made in the context of integration. The current situation of these people is characterized by poverty, dependency, illiteracy and isolation. The "Processus de production du handicap" (Disability Creation Process) shows that this situation can be improved by adapting certain environmental elements, such as television and posters, to the characteristics of these people. These two modes of communication could respond to the needs of people with an intellectual disability by more directly fostering their social participation. This would contribute to increased acceptance of their differences on the part of t... Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2541493 Thu, 30 Apr 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2541493 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2541492&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19507726%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: This study supports a healthy immigrant effect in Canada. However, the healthy immigrant effect is only present in certain subgroups of immigrants. These findings are important for the planning of health services targeting immigrants. PMID: 19507726 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2541492 Thu, 30 Apr 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2541492 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2541491&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19507727%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: The nature of differences between foreign- and native-born adolescents varies across behaviours. As such, it is important to gain knowledge about the adjustment levels of these two groups with regard to specific components of well-being. Such knowledge is necessary for developing policies and programs to promote emotional and behavioural health. PMID: 19507727 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2541491 Thu, 30 Apr 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2541491 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2541489&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19507728%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Health care professionals, communities and policy-makers must urgently address sexual abuse and substance use. Exploring promotion of school and community involvement and family cohesion may be useful for sexual health interventions with Aboriginal students. PMID: 19507728 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2541489 Thu, 30 Apr 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2541489 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2541487&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19507729%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Prevalence and incidence of diagnosed diabetes were highest in Status Aboriginal women, but these rates have increased faster in men over the past decade, regardless of their location of residence. PMID: 19507729 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2541487 Thu, 30 Apr 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2541487 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2541485&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19507730%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: These chronically ill respondents perceive themselves as susceptible to extreme heat, have confidence in prevention, and almost all adopt recommended protective behaviours. A minority resists protective messaging. PMID: 19507730 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2541485 Thu, 30 Apr 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2541485 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2319096&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19263971%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The Quebec City population interviewed in this study had a high level of tolerance regarding needle distribution to drug addicts. Applied ethics could be a useful way to understand citizens' interpretation of public health interventions. PMID: 19263971 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2319096 Thu, 01 Jan 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2319096 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2319094&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19263972%26dopt%3DAbstract This article analyzes the limits of harm reduction strategies approved by the prison authorities and discusses the sources of resistance that continue to impede the realization of a pilot project to assess the feasibility of needle-exchange programs in detention in Canada. PMID: 19263972 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2319094 Thu, 01 Jan 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2319094 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2319090&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19263988%26dopt%3DAbstract The objective of this article is to show that a wider normative analysis should not be restricted to the elaboration of an ethical framework applicable to predetermined interventions. Such an analysis should also take into consideration how rational choices are made through the epistemological approach used by the experts. PMID: 19263988 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2319090 Thu, 01 Jan 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2319090 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2242871&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19263966%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Paradis G PMID: 19263966 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2242871 Thu, 01 Jan 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2242871 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2242868&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19263967%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Brunham RC PMID: 19263967 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2242868 Thu, 01 Jan 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2242868 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2242866&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19263968%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: LE(0) of Canadians is slipping relative to most of the other 13 countries, and more so for women than men. This phenomenon is explained by historically higher mortality rates from ischemic heart disease, cancer and respiratory system disease for all Canadians, coupled with recently lower improvement rates in most mortality risks for Canadian women and in cancers and diabetes for Canadian men. Improving the health and wellness of Canadians, particularly women, demands a priority focus on enhanced chronic disease detection and management as well as strategies to reduce obesity and tobacco use by addressing the determinants of these behavioural risk factors. PMID: 19263968 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2242866 Thu, 01 Jan 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2242866 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2242864&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19263969%26dopt%3DAbstract DISCUSSION: The higher prevalence of key chronic disease risk factors in northern Canadian populations and the increasing prevalence for many chronic diseases in both southern and northern populations signal a need for continual monitoring of chronic diseases and the development of appropriate prevention and management strategies. PMID: 19263969 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2242864 Thu, 01 Jan 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2242864 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2242862&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19263970%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: A complex geography of overweight is revealed. Small-scale studies, as well as methodological and data developments, are needed to deepen our understanding of this geography. PMID: 19263970 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2242862 Thu, 01 Jan 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2242862 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2242860&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19263971%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The Quebec City population interviewed in this study had a high level of tolerance regarding needle distribution to drug addicts. Applied ethics could be a useful way to understand citizens' interpretation of public health interventions. PMID: 19263971 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2242860 Thu, 01 Jan 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2242860 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2242858&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19263972%26dopt%3DAbstract This article analyzes the limits of harm reduction strategies approved by the prison authorities and discusses the sources of resistance that continue to impede the realization of a pilot project to assess the feasibility of needle-exchange programs in detention in Canada. PMID: 19263972 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2242858 Thu, 01 Jan 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2242858 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2242857&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19263973%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Jones J, Terashima M, Rainham D OBJECTIVE: To examine the relationship between density of fast food restaurants and measures of social and material deprivation at the community level in Nova Scotia, Canada. METHODS: Census information on population and key variables required for the calculation of deprivation indices were obtained for 266 communities in Nova Scotia. The density of fast food restaurants per 1000 individuals for each community was calculated and communities were divided into quintiles of material and psychosocial deprivation. One-way analysis of variance was used to investigate associations between fast food outlet densities and deprivation scores at the community level. RESULTS: A statistically significant inverse association was found between community-level m... Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2242857 Thu, 01 Jan 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2242857 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2242856&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19263974%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: The low nutritional quality of youths' food intakes is consistent with the high prevalence of nutrient inadequacies previously documented in this sample. The existing food acquisition strategies of homeless youth appear to be insufficient for them to meet their nutritional needs. PMID: 19263974 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2242856 Thu, 01 Jan 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2242856 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2242855&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19263975%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Butler-Jones D PMID: 19263975 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2242855 Thu, 01 Jan 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2242855 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2242854&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19263976%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Sullivan L PMID: 19263976 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2242854 Thu, 01 Jan 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2242854 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2242853&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19263977%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Hawe P, Potvin L Population-level health interventions are policies or programs that shift the distribution of health risk by addressing the underlying social, economic and environmental conditions. These interventions might be programs or policies designed and developed in the health sector, but they are more likely to be in sectors elsewhere, such as education, housing or employment. Population health intervention research attempts to capture the value and differential effect of these interventions, the processes by which they bring about change and the contexts within which they work best. In health research, unhelpful distinctions maintained in the past between research and evaluation have retarded the development of knowledge and led to patchy evidence about policies and ... Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2242853 Thu, 01 Jan 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2242853 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2242852&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19263978%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Di Ruggiero E, Rose A, Gaudreau K This paper outlines the results of an assessment respecting the extent of Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) funding in population health intervention research from 2001 to 2006. The analysis is presented within the context of the barriers and enablers to the generation, support for and uptake of population health intervention research. Given data quality concerns, the assessment should only be considered as an estimate of CIHR funding in this area. Eight percent of applications received in all CIHR competitions were in population health intervention research, of which 22% were funded over the period in question. The results show that the number and success of these applications tend to vary across peer review committees and among d... Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2242852 Thu, 01 Jan 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2242852 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2242851&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19263979%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: There is now an opportunity to apply lessons from the CHHI in planning PHIRIC. PMID: 19263979 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2242851 Thu, 01 Jan 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2242851 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2242850&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19263980%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Cameron R, Riley BL, Campbell HS, Manske S, Lamers-Bellio K The Canadian Cancer Society's Centre for Behavioural Research and Program Evaluation (CBRPE) is a national asset for building pan-Canadian capacity to support intervention studies that guide population-level policies and programs. This paper briefly describes CBRPE's experience in advancing this work in the field of prevention. The aim is to illuminate issues of central importance for advancing the goals of the Population Health Intervention Research Initiative for Canada. According to our experience, success in building the population intervention field will depend heavily on purposeful alignment across organizations to enable integration of research, evaluation, surveillance, policy and practice. CBRPE's capacity de... Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2242850 Thu, 01 Jan 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2242850 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2242849&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19263981%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Kendall PR This commentary discusses the importance of the Pan-Canadian Public Health Network in facilitating the coordination and infrastructure of Canada's public health system. Within Canada, effective intervention practice and research is at the forefront of public health, but there are questions regarding how best to conduct population health intervention research, how to put the evidence into practice and where the necessary resources will come from. These issues are presented using Canadian examples drawn from public health practice, research and policy in the British Columbia context. Sustained and persistent collaboration regarding population health intervention research among Canadian public health practitioners, researchers and policymakers akin to PHIRIC's mandate ... Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2242849 Thu, 01 Jan 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2242849 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2242848&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19263982%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: The evaluation respondents viewed the campaign positively and showed strong recall of the messaging. PMID: 19263982 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2242848 Thu, 01 Jan 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2242848 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2242847&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19263983%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Although location restrictions on smoking reduce SHS exposure and may serve to positively impact smoking behaviours, there is preliminary evidence that they may have a reduced impact on subpopulations such as low-income groups, although further research is needed. PMID: 19263983 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2242847 Thu, 01 Jan 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2242847 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2242845&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19263984%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Given the association between smoking status and income status, future policies to reduce smoking prevalence should include generic policies to reduce income disparity as well as targeted strategies to improve the social conditions of Aboriginal people. PMID: 19263984 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2242845 Thu, 01 Jan 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2242845 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2242843&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19263985%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: These results highlight the important role of substance use in explaining alcohol-related victimization among young adult Canadian drinkers and suggest that gender-specific prevention programs may be needed. PMID: 19263985 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2242843 Thu, 01 Jan 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2242843 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2242841&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19263986%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Since students with low social support for physical activity were less likely to be active, interventions to increase support and engagement in physical activity should be targeted to these students. In addition, considering that participation in school- and community-based sports increases the likelihood that students were active, practitioners should seek to enhance opportunities for participation in and access to these programs in order to increase the level of activity obtained by students. PMID: 19263986 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2242841 Thu, 01 Jan 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2242841 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2242839&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19263987%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: The Delphi exercise proved to be an effective approach to commence planning a coordinated local health system response to a pandemic. This process permitted advancement of the planning exercise to Phase 2 which aimed to develop operational plans for primary assessment centres, alternate care sites and hospital surge capacity. PMID: 19263987 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2242839 Thu, 01 Jan 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2242839 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2242837&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19263988%26dopt%3DAbstract The objective of this article is to show that a wider normative analysis should not be restricted to the elaboration of an ethical framework applicable to predetermined interventions. Such an analysis should also take into consideration how rational choices are made through the epistemological approach used by the experts. PMID: 19263988 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2242837 Thu, 01 Jan 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2242837 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2242835&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19263989%26dopt%3DAbstract DISCUSSION: Assessing compositional and contextual variations in health outcomes provides health researchers engaged in injury surveillance a way of showing how, and for which type of people, neighbourhood environments influence the likelihood that an individual will be hospitalized due to an intentional injury. This analysis suggests that prevention efforts exclusively focused on the individual may have a limited effect in reducing the occurrence of assault-related injuries, especially among young adults. PMID: 19263989 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2242835 Thu, 01 Jan 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2242835 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2157829&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19180790%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Lynkowski D PMID: 19180790 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2157829 Sat, 01 Nov 2008 04:00:00 +0100 2157829 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2117293&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19149382%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Paradis G PMID: 19149382 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2117293 Sat, 01 Nov 2008 04:00:00 +0100 2117293 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2117292&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19149383%26dopt%3DAbstract This study measures the distribution of harm reduction products in BC, identifies regional variation in distribution, and estimates the supply/demand ratio for needle and syringe units. METHODS: Using three years of administrative data (2004-2006) from the BCCDC, the quantity of harm reduction products distributed was calculated by Health Service Delivery Area (HSDA). Regional hepatitis C virus (HCV) case report rates were calculated to reflect potential variation in IDU populations at the HSDA-level and the number of needle and syringe units distributed per reported case of HCV was calculated and ranked by HSDA. To compare the demand for sterile injecting equipment to the distribution, the number of illicit drug injections per year was approximated using established estimates of IDU popul... Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2117292 Sat, 01 Nov 2008 04:00:00 +0100 2117292 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2117291&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19149384%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Findings suggest that since the introduction of Quebec's universal child care program, there was an increase in the use of regulated child care for families of preschool-aged children in the province, although by 2002 Quebec had not achieved the coverage of universal child care programs attained by many European countries. PMID: 19149384 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2117291 Sat, 01 Nov 2008 04:00:00 +0100 2117291 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2117290&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19149385%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: These middle-high class francophone parents identified no major obstacle to direct reporting of AEFI on a Website as long as this mode of reporting would be endorsed by their vaccine provider. PMID: 19149385 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2117290 Sat, 01 Nov 2008 04:00:00 +0100 2117290 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2117289&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19149386%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: There appears to be a relatively strong and growing presence of global health in Quebec universities--although the situation varies across institutions--with room for expansion. This trend is partly attributed to an increase in federal funding for and a growing awareness and profile of global health research activities since 2001 and to a growing expertise in global health research in the province. Students and new researchers, however, continue to face multiple challenges requiring special attention and targeted investment. We conclude with a set of recommendations for key stakeholders. PMID: 19149386 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2117289 Sat, 01 Nov 2008 04:00:00 +0100 2117289 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2117288&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19149387%26dopt%3DAbstract DISCUSSION: There has been a shift in the usage of public health, health promotion, and population health concepts over time. Country analysis revealed that Canadian researchers are leaders in population health, while researchers based in the United States are leaders in public health and health promotion. This may indicate differences rooted in the social, historical and economic traditions. Although the publication rate of articles described as 'population health' research is increasing, it is lacking an index term across major electronic databases. We suggest that without timely acceptance of terms, new concepts that represent different ways of thinking about health may be limited, delayed or glossed over. PMID: 19149387 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Heal... Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2117288 Sat, 01 Nov 2008 04:00:00 +0100 2117288 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2117287&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19149388%26dopt%3DAbstract This article highlights the need for an evaluation of current occupational exposure guidelines for pregnant women working with hazardous agents that have the potential of being reproductive toxins. Limited information regarding reproductive risks associated with many chemicals in the workplace presents challenges in the establishment of standards that are 'safe' for vulnerable populations, such as the fetus. The management of these risks must take into consideration the limitations of available knowledge as well as individual risk factors that may amplify the likelihood of adverse outcomes. In 1981, Quebec adopted a policy that provides "precautionary leave" or reassignment of pregnant workers to other jobs if they are exposed to a factor suspected to compromise their health or that of the... Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2117287 Sat, 01 Nov 2008 04:00:00 +0100 2117287 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2117286&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19149389%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Smith P, Frank J, Mustard C The psychosocial working environment is an important determinant of health status and health inequalities in Canada. Particular dimensions of the psychosocial work environment such as low job control, job strain and imbalances between perceived efforts and rewards have been related to cardiovascular disease (the leading cause of mortality in Canada) and poorer mental health status. Despite its importance to the health of Canadians and health inequalities in Canada, the national surveillance of the psychosocial work environment is decreasing. Currently, the surveillance of the psychosocial work environment in Statistic Canada's population health surveys is limited to convenience-based samples within particular health regions. Not including important ... Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2117286 Sat, 01 Nov 2008 04:00:00 +0100 2117286 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2117285&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19149390%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: The WHITE database has been very useful for descriptive epidemiological studies, monitoring health risk factors, benchmarking, and evaluating interventions. PMID: 19149390 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2117285 Sat, 01 Nov 2008 04:00:00 +0100 2117285 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2117284&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19149391%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Lowry RB Congenital anomalies (CA) are present in approximately 3% of all newborn babies and account for about 12% of paediatric hospital admissions. They represent an important public health problem. Surveillance is especially important so that preventive measures such as folic acid fortification can be properly assessed without resorting to a series of ad hoc studies. Canada's surveillance of CAs is weak, with only Alberta and British Columbia having established sytems. Most provinces have perinatal systems but their CA data are incomplete and they do not capture terminations of pregnancy. The same is true of the Public Health Agency of Canada's system. A new system, the Fetal Alert Network, has been proposed for Ontario, which represents a start but will require additional ... Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2117284 Sat, 01 Nov 2008 04:00:00 +0100 2117284 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2117283&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19149392%26dopt%3DAbstract We describe an evidence-based approach to enhancing the resilience of healthcare workers in preparation for an influenza pandemic, based on evidence about the stress associated with working in healthcare during the SARS outbreak. SARS was associated with significant long-term stress in healthcare workers, but not with increased mental illness. Reducing pandemic-related stress may best be accomplished through interventions designed to enhance resilience in psychologically healthy people. Applicable models to improve adaptation in individuals include Folkman and Greer's framework for stress appraisal and coping along with psychological first aid. Resilience is supported at an organizational level by effective training and support, development of material and relational reserves, effective le... Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2117283 Sat, 01 Nov 2008 04:00:00 +0100 2117283 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2117282&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19149393%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Gastrointestinal illness is still present in the Canadian population and presents a significant burden to the health care system. Whereas the HMDB likely underestimates the true rate of GI, it does capture cases that are serious enough to require hospitalization. This is a unique source of data and highlights other pathogen-specific disease data not currently collected through national surveillance tools (e.g., viruses). PMID: 19149393 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2117282 Sat, 01 Nov 2008 04:00:00 +0100 2117282 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2117281&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19149394%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: This brief F&V questionnaire can be used to identify people requiring nutritional counseling. Moreover, it can be used for both obese and non-obese populations. PMID: 19149394 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2117281 Sat, 01 Nov 2008 04:00:00 +0100 2117281 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2117280&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19149395%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: This study suggests that the prevalence of screened pathologies as part of the PRAIDA health service work-up are high in this population and therefore warrant continuation of their screening until guidelines are constituted. PMID: 19149395 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2117280 Sat, 01 Nov 2008 04:00:00 +0100 2117280 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2117279&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19149396%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: The association between poor language proficiency and poor self-reported health, and particularly its significantly greater impact on women, has implications for language training, health care and social services, and health information. PMID: 19149396 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2117279 Sat, 01 Nov 2008 04:00:00 +0100 2117279 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1970706&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19009917%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Paradis G PMID: 19009917 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1970706 Mon, 01 Sep 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1970706 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1970705&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19009918%26dopt%3DAbstract This article presents the main findings of a descriptive study inventorying public health research in Quebec funded by provincial and federal government bodies between 1999 and 2004. The database was created specifically for this project from the Banque de la recherche sociale et en santé (Health and Social Research Databank) of the Quebec Ministry of Health and Social Services, using a frame of reference to demarcate and categorize research in public health. The results reveal that public health research projects accounted for 13.6% of all projects in the aforementioned database, and were mainly concentrated in the research categories Population Health and Wellness and their Determinants (Etat de santé et de bien-être de la population et ses déterminants) (59.9% of pub... Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1970705 Mon, 01 Sep 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1970705 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1970704&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19009919%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Keelan J, Lazar H, Wilson K Immunization is a public health area in which the intergovernmental challenges of formulating a national policy are evident. It is also an area in which harmonization of policy across Canada is particularly critical. The National Immunization Strategy was a F/P/T initiative designed to achieve this policy goal. The combination of national guidelines and flexible federal funding via a trust has, to date, been effective in improving equality of access to vaccines in provincial/territorial programmes with limited intergovernmental discord. The long-term success of the initiative will, however, largely depend on ongoing federal financial support and provincial/territorial views on national guidelines. This approach to immunization is a model that would ... Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1970704 Mon, 01 Sep 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1970704 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1970703&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19009920%26dopt%3DAbstract DISCUSSION: We document a decreasing trend of pediatric serogroup-C IMD and an increase in median age of serogroup-C IMD cases since 2003, most likely explained by protection from immunization. While the proportion of serogroup-Y IMD has increased, incidence rates of non-C vaccine-preventable IMD have not increased in BC. While incorporation of MCV-4 in routine childhood immunization is desirable to address the few residual cases of non-C vaccine-preventable IMD, it would take several decades to appreciate a benefit from a modified childhood program. PMID: 19009920 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1970703 Mon, 01 Sep 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1970703 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1970702&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19009921%26dopt%3DAbstract DISCUSSION: The predicted NNV to prevent HZ and PHN are low even though vaccine efficacy is between 50-70%, which reflects the high incidence of these diseases among older adults. Results clearly show that the main benefit of HZ vaccination is prevention of morbidity caused by pain (as measured by QALYs lost) rather than mortality. PMID: 19009921 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1970702 Mon, 01 Sep 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1970702 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1970701&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19009922%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Drews SJ, Majury A, Jamieson F, Riley G, Mazzulli T, Low DE The Ontario Public Health Laboratories system (OPHL) is in the midst of a six-year plan to implement molecular tools for pandemic influenza diagnostics in one central and three regional public health laboratories. This plan has been formulated as a consequence of: (1) experiences gained through severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS), and comments of the members of the Expert Panel on SARS and Infectious Disease Control (i.e., the Walker report); (2) a review of pandemic preparedness literature; (3) historical and epidemiologic discussions about previous pandemics; and (4) suggestions made by various pandemic working committees. The OPHL plan includes: (1) an aggressive restructuring of the overall molecular microbio... Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1970701 Mon, 01 Sep 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1970701 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1970700&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19009923%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Total TB-related expenditures in Canada in 2004 were considerable, of which almost 60% were for curative services and only 40% for prevention and control activities. Regional differences likely reflect differences in accessibility of the populations to health care services, and greater interventions in communities with ongoing TB transmission. PMID: 19009923 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1970700 Mon, 01 Sep 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1970700 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1970699&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19009924%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Women with suspected infection and their children were generally well managed by the health care system. No clinical effect of congenital toxoplasmosis was noted during the studied period. PMID: 19009924 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1970699 Mon, 01 Sep 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1970699 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1970698&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19009925%26dopt%3DAbstract This article presents an overview of the development of the Canadian Best Practices Portal and in particular how an evolution in thinking about best practice methodology and evidence will contribute to an enriched knowledge base for health promotion and chronic disease prevention policy, practice and research. PMID: 19009925 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1970698 Mon, 01 Sep 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1970698 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1970697&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19009926%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Multiple sexual partners, unprotected oral sex, and increased age among MSM were the predominant risk factors contributing to this syphilis epidemic. Co-infection with HIV modified the clinical presentation of syphilis, necessitating a more intensive diagnostic and therapeutic approach. The interconnection of urban sexual networks has likely contributed to the dynamics of local syphilis transmission and suggests that effective interventions will require a coordinated national approach. PMID: 19009926 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1970697 Mon, 01 Sep 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1970697 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1970696&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19009927%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Poisoning by gases and vapors is identified as being an increasingly popular method of committing suicide in Taiwan among both genders under the age of 65 years. PMID: 19009927 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1970696 Mon, 01 Sep 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1970696 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1970695&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19009928%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: This work demonstrates how FCM may be used to extract and represent different perspectives of complex issues allowing for comparisons among stakeholders or knowledge groups. Comparison of multiple FCM employing the transitive closure may then be used to identify areas of agreement and controversy. PMID: 19009928 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1970695 Mon, 01 Sep 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1970695 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1970694&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19009929%26dopt%3DAbstract DISCUSSION: Although rates of tobacco smoking among respondents are high, there is considerable interest in cessation among current smokers. Recognizing that these youth are motivated to quit smoking, cessation programs may increase success by addressing peer smoking in prevention and cessation initiatives and including culturally appropriate strategies to promote mental health. PMID: 19009929 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1970694 Mon, 01 Sep 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1970694 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1970693&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19009930%26dopt%3DAbstract DISCUSSION: Comparison of self-reported and measured height and weight indicated that most survey respondents under-reported weight and over-reported height. Intentional or not, these biases were compounded in the BMI formula and affected the accuracy of self-reports as a tool for identifying weight problems. Self-reports may be easier to collect than body measurements but should not be used exclusively as an obesity surveillance tool. PMID: 19009930 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1970693 Mon, 01 Sep 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1970693 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1970692&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19009931%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: In this population, fortification with folic acid has resulted in cumulative increases of folate with no long-term reduction in tHcy or changes in Cbl or MMA. Possible deleterious effects of cumulative increases of folate, and beneficial effects of B-vitamin supplements in reducing tHcy and MMA, should be investigated. PMID: 19009931 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1970692 Mon, 01 Sep 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1970692 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1970691&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19009932%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Wille N, Blettner M PMID: 19009932 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1970691 Mon, 01 Sep 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1970691 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1906917&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18946948%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: PMID: 18946948 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1906917 Tue, 01 Jul 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1906917 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1765601&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18767264%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Bondy SJ, Johnson I, Cole DC, Bercovitz K BACKGROUND: Public health authorities have prioritized the identification of competencies, yet little empirical data exist to support decisions on competency selection among particular disciplines. We sought perspectives on important competencies among epidemiologists familiar with or practicing in public health settings (local to national). METHODS: Using a sequential, qualitative-quantitative mixed method design, we conducted key informant interviews with 12 public health practitioners familiar with front-line epidemiologists' practice, followed by a web-based survey of members of a provincial association of public health epidemiologists (90 respondents of 155 eligible) and a consensus workshop. Competency statements were drawn from ... Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1765601 Tue, 01 Jul 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1765601 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1765600&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18767265%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Borugian MJ, Kan L, Chu CC, Ceballos K, Gelmon KA, Gordon PB, Poole B, Tyldesley S, Olivotto IA BACKGROUND: The Screening Mammography Program of British Columbia (SMPBC) implemented voluntary, facilitated referral to diagnostic imaging ("Fast Track") after testing 5 interventions to reduce time from an abnormal screening mammogram to diagnosis. The purpose of this study was to compare time intervals for patients evaluated through the Fast Track process with patients who were not. METHODS: Data were extracted from the SMPBC database for women with abnormal screens conducted from January 1, 2003 to June 30, 2005 (N = 40,292). After exclusions, 39,607 screens were analyzed. Median and 90th percentile times were calculated from abnormal screen to diagnosis and for three subinterva... Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1765600 Tue, 01 Jul 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1765600 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1765599&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18767266%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: The majority of women accessing this program were over 35 years of age, and while nearly half were currently involved in the sex trade, cross-sectional screening did not reveal a substantial prevalence of STIs. Women who were not regular program attendees reported less sexual health care, and represented the only two cases of chlamydia found. Innovative programs that better serve the needs of populations that remain unable or unwilling to seek sexual health care in its current formats are needed. PMID: 18767266 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1765599 Tue, 01 Jul 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1765599 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1765598&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18767267%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Only 50% of women who participated in a specifically designed prison screening intervention were rescreened during the subsequent three years. Further work is needed to design, implement and evaluate follow-up initiatives of community cervical cancer screening programs for women who are at higher risk of developing cervical dysplasia. PMID: 18767267 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1765598 Tue, 01 Jul 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1765598 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1765597&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18767268%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Chamberlain EA, Solomon RM Despite the progress made between the early 1980s and the mid-1990s, traffic crashes remain the single largest cause of death among 15-24 year-old Canadians. In recent years, approximately 45% of these deaths have been alcohol-related and, no doubt, additional youth crash deaths are drug-related. While young people are significantly overrepresented in impairment-related deaths as drivers, their overrepresentation is even greater as passengers, pedestrians, bicyclists, and users of recreational vehicles. These crashes are not simply a function of young people's immaturity and lack of driving experience; they also reflect young people's hazardous patterns of alcohol and drug use. Under the Canadian constitution, the provinces have extensive legislative... Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1765597 Tue, 01 Jul 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1765597 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1765596&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18767269%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Consistent with other studies, a 50% reduction in spina bifida was associated with the post-fortification time period. Supporting the possibility that folic acid fortification may play a role in preventing other birth defects, a 20% reduction in atrial septal defects was also associated. The increase in abdominal wall defects, most notably gastroschisis, is likely related to pre-existing increasing trends documented in several regions around the world. The increase in pyloric stenosis and obstructive urinary tract defects was not expected and any causal relationship with folic acid fortification remains unclear. Similar studies by other birth defects surveillance systems in Canada and elsewhere are needed to confirm these trends. PMID: 18767269 [PubMed - in process] (Sourc... Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1765596 Tue, 01 Jul 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1765596 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1765595&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18767270%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Frequency of MCAD in BC is comparable to reports from other newborn screening programs. Persistence of elevated C8 levels and C8/C10 ratios in confirmed MCAD cases suggest that these are sensitive markers for newborn screening. Early detection and treatment have successfully prevented adverse health outcomes in patients with MCAD. PMID: 18767270 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1765595 Tue, 01 Jul 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1765595 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1765594&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18767271%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: This investigation reveals that in child care settings, E. coli O157:H7 outbreak screening policies based on reported symptoms only may be insufficient. We recommend that such policies be amended to include the collection of at least one stool culture from all children in attendance, regardless of symptom history. PMID: 18767271 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1765594 Tue, 01 Jul 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1765594 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1765593&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18767272%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: HUS cases were severely under-reported, the timeliness of reporting of these cases had no advantage when compared to the reporting of VTEC cases, and no public health action aimed at reducing the transmission of VTEC infections resulted from this surveillance system. The reportability of HUS in BC needs to be reconsidered, or its surveillance considerably improved. PMID: 18767272 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1765593 Tue, 01 Jul 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1765593 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1765592&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18767273%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Rousseau C, ter Kuile S, Munoz M, Nadeau L, Ouimet MJ, Kirmayer L, Crépeau F Migration flux is being transformed by globalization, and the number of people with either undocumented or with a precarious status is growing in Canada. There are no epidemiological data on the health and social consequences of this situation, but clinicians working in primary care with migrants and refugees are increasingly worried about the associated morbidity. This commentary summarizes findings from a pilot study with health professionals in the Montreal area and suggests that the uninsured population predicament is a national problem. Although ethical and legal issues associated with data collection by clinicians, institutions and governments need to be examined, estimating the public heal... Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1765592 Tue, 01 Jul 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1765592 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1765591&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18767274%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Harris MA, Levy AR, Teschke KE Despite variation in Canadian privacy laws between provinces and territories, increasing legislative protection of personal privacy has imposed restrictions on health research across the country. The effects of these restrictions on patient recruitment include increased study costs, durations, and decreased participation rates. Low participation rates can jeopardize the validity of research findings and the accuracy of measures of association by introducing non-response, or participation bias. We constructed simulations to assess potential effects of non-response bias on the accuracy of measures of association in a hypothetical case-control study. Small biases that alter the probability of selecting an exposed case can lead to dramatic inflation ... Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1765591 Tue, 01 Jul 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1765591 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1765590&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18767275%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: There exists a gap in the production and utilization of research knowledge for tobacco control policy. Tacit knowledge held by experts in Ontario tobacco control networks is an integral means of managing and evaluating research knowledge. Finally, this study builds on Weiss's concept of tactical model of evidence use by highlighting the utilization of research to enhance one's credibility. PMID: 18767275 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1765590 Tue, 01 Jul 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1765590 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1765589&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18767276%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Household income and dietary intake play significant roles in weight status among Nova Scotia children and youth. PMID: 18767276 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1765589 Tue, 01 Jul 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1765589 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1765588&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18767277%26dopt%3DAbstract DISCUSSION: The results indicate that the IPAQ holds promise as a culturally adaptable questionnaire for the liyiyiuch. However, modifications will help improve its acceptability for community members. PMID: 18767277 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1765588 Tue, 01 Jul 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1765588 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1765587&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18767278%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: High OPA is associated with reduced odds of chronic disease independent of LTPA. Accordingly, it is important that physical activity questionnaires carefully assess OPA in addition to LTPA. PMID: 18767278 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1765587 Tue, 01 Jul 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1765587 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1765586&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18767279%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Evoy BE, McDonald M, Frankish CJ Closing the health inequity gap can be seen as an issue of justice, however what concretely best serves the interest of justice is in dispute. It is argued that standard policy-making mechanisms are inadequate to address this issue, and therefore more and better public dialogue is required. Drawing on deliberative democratic theory and practice, three public organizing considerations are offered: organizing within the state sphere, organizing within the public sphere, and using cross strategies. It is recommended that public resources be provided to involve the public in deliberations about population health promotion issues related to the wicked problem of health inequities. PMID: 18767279 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of... Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1765586 Tue, 01 Jul 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1765586 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1765585&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18767280%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Kirkpatrick SI, Tarasuk V Food insecurity, which has been recognized as an important determinant of health, is estimated to have affected almost one in ten Canadian households in 2004. Analyses of indicators of household food insecurity on several recent population health surveys have shed light on markers of vulnerability and the public health implications of this problem. However, the lack of detailed information on the economic circumstances of households and inconsistent measurement across surveys thwart attempts to develop a deeper understanding of problems of food insecurity. To better inform the development and evaluation of policies to address food insecurity among Canadian households, more effective monitoring is needed. This requires the consistent administration of ... Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1765585 Tue, 01 Jul 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1765585 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1765584&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18767281%26dopt%3DAbstract This study reports the effectiveness of Action Schools! BC---Healthy Eating, a school-based fruit and vegetable (FV) intervention, in effecting change in: 1) students' intake of FV, 2) students' knowledge, attitudes and perceptions regarding FV, and 3) students' willingness to try new FV. METHODS: Five schools that represented geographic, socio-economic and size variation were recruited as Action Schools! BC--Healthy Eating intervention schools. A second set of five schools were selected as matched healthy eating usual practice schools. Student outcomes were measured at baseline and at 12-week follow-up using self-report questionnaires. Classroom logs and progress reports were used to assess implementation dose and fidelity. The intervention included school-wide activities based on individ... Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1765584 Tue, 01 Jul 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1765584 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1765583&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18767282%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: This research illuminates the inner workings of the policy process shaping PA in schools, identifying the unseen forces of the policy process that move issues forward. The findings provide valuable insight for building other healthy public policies. PMID: 18767282 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1765583 Tue, 01 Jul 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1765583 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1765582&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18767283%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Clinically-informed expertise and empirical evidence both contributed to identification of a group of 911 medical dispatch call determinants that plausibly represent HRI events. Once evaluated prospectively, these may be used in public health surveillance to better understand environmental health impacts on human populations and inform targeted public health interventions. PMID: 18767283 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1765582 Tue, 01 Jul 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1765582 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1765581&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18767284%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Health status plays a statistically significant but substantively small role in explaining progress and performance in school among a population-based cohort. Major Illness was more important than Minor Illness, and these two factors completely mediated the influence of Health Status at Birth on the outcome. The strength of the social, economic, and demographic variables underscores the importance of the broader factors that affect both health and educational outcomes. PMID: 18767284 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1765581 Tue, 01 Jul 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1765581 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1765580&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18767285%26dopt%3DAbstract DISCUSSION: These results suggest the need for place-based approaches to STI control. Innovative outreach strategies are suggested to address oil/gas workers' needs, including a locally tailored STI awareness campaign, condom distribution, expanded clinic hours, and onsite STI testing. PMID: 18767285 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1765580 Tue, 01 Jul 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1765580 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1765579&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18767286%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Current approaches to GFATM evaluation and accountability may compromise its positive impacts on capacity building in Nicaragua. Greater consideration needs to be given to ensuring more comprehensive evaluation of project implementation. PMID: 18767286 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1765579 Tue, 01 Jul 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1765579 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1740460&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18615944%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Breastfeeding rates in this area of Quebec have increased significantly in the past five years and are comparable with those in the rest of Canada. Breastfeeding exclusively up to six months is rare, and initiatives to support breastfeeding mothers in the hospital and in the community are having success. PMID: 18615944 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1740460 Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1740460 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1619758&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18615932%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Lynkowski D PMID: 18615932 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1619758 Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1619758 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1619757&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18615933%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Paradis G PMID: 18615933 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1619757 Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1619757 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1619756&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18615934%26dopt%3DAbstract This study documented the extent of tobacco promotions at the retail point-of-sale and examined associations between the extent of tobacco promotions and relevant city and store characteristics. METHODS: In each of 20 Ontario cities, 24 establishments were randomly selected from lists of convenience stores, gas stations, and grocery stores. Trained observers captured the range, type and intensity of tobacco promotions from April to July 2005. The extent of tobacco promotions was described using weighted descriptive statistics. Weighted t-tests and ANOVAs, and hierarchical linear modeling, were used to examine the relationships between tobacco promotions and city and store characteristics. RESULTS: Extensive tobacco promotions were found in Ontario stores one year prior to the implementatio... Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1619756 Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1619756 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1619755&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18615935%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Lower SES adolescents have higher rates of marijuana and alcohol risk behaviour than higher SES adolescents. PMID: 18615935 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1619755 Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1619755 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1619754&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18615936%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Given that needle exchange programs and other harm reduction services for IDUs in British Columbia are not readily available in many northern and rural areas, the risks associated with intravenous cocaine use among northern IDUs represent a serious public health challenge. Tailored harm reduction strategies should take into account the prominence of intravenous cocaine use as an HIV risk factor. In areas without well-established intravenous drug use monitoring programs, such as rural and remote areas, detoxification treatment records may serve as important sentinels for changing drug use patterns among IDUs. PMID: 18615936 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1619754 Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1619754 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1619753&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18615937%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Fischer B, Rehm J, Goldman B, Popova S While the public health problem of psychoactive drug use is well recognized, the emerging phenomenon of non-medical use of prescription opioids has been largely ignored in Canada. Most evidence on this issue and related harms in North America to date come from the United States (US), where the prevalence of non-medical opioid use in key populations, as well as related morbidity and mortality, recently have risen substantially. Also, given the increases in the overall consumption of prescription opioids similar to those in the US, a substantial expansion of problems related to non-medical opioid use appears to be occurring in Canada. For example, recent major increases in the use of prescription opioids--rather than heroin--are documented ... Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1619753 Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1619753 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1619752&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18615938%26dopt%3DAbstract This study confirms from a community-based sample of MSM that programming for prevention and treatment of HIV and STI need to be available and offered in the cyber setting, to ensure effective messaging and interventions reach this population. PMID: 18615938 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1619752 Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1619752 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1619751&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18615939%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: O'Byrne P, MacPherson PA This paper provides an overview of HIV viral loads in blood and genital fluids and how these relate to HIV transmission during sexual activity. Current knowledge around HIV viral loads and transmission are then discussed in relation to HIV disclosure laws in Canada. HIV counsellors and health care workers should ensure that their clients/patients are aware that blood viral load is not necessarily equivalent to genital tract viral load and that the development of drug resistance within the two compartments may be unrelated. This is an important factor in preventing the spread of HIV as well as for HIV-positive individuals in not unintentionally exposing themselves to potential legal repercussions. PMID: 18615939 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadi... Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1619751 Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1619751 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1619750&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18615940%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Mah CL Policy decisions about public health services differ from those for personal health services. Both require trade-offs between such policy goals as liberty, security, efficiency, and equity. In public health, however, decisions about who will approve, pay for, and deliver services are often accompanied by decisions on when and how to compel individual behaviour. Policy becomes complex because different stakeholders interpret evidence differently: stakeholders may assign different weights to policy goals and may even define the same goals differently. In the debate over mandatory annual influenza vaccination for health care workers, for example, proponents as well as opponents of mandatory vaccination may convey arguments in security terms. Those in favour of mandatory va... Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1619750 Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1619750 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1619749&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18615941%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Health inequalities related to long-term employment have important policy implications. They call for policies that would increase and maintain long term employment rates as part of a broader socioeconomic approach to health. Long term employment ensures income security and prevents the psychosocial experiences leading to mental and physical ill health. PMID: 18615941 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1619749 Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1619749 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1619748&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18615942%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Breslin FC, Koehoorn M, Cole DC BACKGROUND: Work participation is a common activity for young adolescents. Yet it may impact upon other aspects of their lives and their health. We sought to provide some of the first Canadian population-based estimates of 12 to 14 year olds' employment and work injury experiences, a group typically excluded from labour force statistics. METHODS: Secondary data analysis of school-based surveys in Ontario (ON) in 2003 and British Columbia (BC) in 2005. Questions provided information on participation in formal and informal work during the school year, number of hours worked, and the occurrence of a medically attended work injury for students 12 to 14 years old. Different sampling strategies were accounted for in the analyses, including the calcula... Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1619748 Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1619748 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1619747&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18615943%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: The PHNs indicated the introduction of EPD altered their practice by reducing their role in community-level intervention and health promotion activities. Although they identified benefits from undertaking EPD activities, they wanted resources and funding shifted into the public health system to better support PHNs' increase in scope of practice and historical roles in promoting the health of individuals, families and communities. PMID: 18615943 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1619747 Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1619747 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1619746&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18615944%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Breastfeeding rates in this area of Quebec have increased significantly in the past five years and are comparable with those in the rest of Canada. Breastfeeding exclusively up to six months is rare, and initiatives to support breastfeeding mothers in the hospital and in the community are having success. PMID: 18615944 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1619746 Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1619746 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1619745&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18615945%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Overall screening retention at the MBSP was 80% which meets national standards. However, additional efforts may be required to improve the retention rate of Asian and First Nations women as well as women who had an abnormal screening result or less than a grade 9 level of education. PMID: 18615945 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1619745 Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1619745 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1619744&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18615946%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: In the context of a single-payer, publicly-funded health care system, we did not find significant regional differences in endometrial cancer outcomes. PMID: 18615946 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1619744 Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1619744 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1619743&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18615947%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: These findings are of interest considering that PA is a critical but understudied component of individuals with diabetes, and this appears to be one of the first studies to directly examine the relationship between health-related behaviours and health care utilization and costs. The findings may be useful in guiding targeted health promotion programs for individuals with diabetes. The results also indicate that studies involving linkage of administrative and survey data could be over-represented by healthy individuals. PMID: 18615947 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1619743 Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1619743 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1619742&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18615948%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Heart disease prevention programs are needed in Chinese immigrant populations, especially aimed at increasing fruit/vegetable consumption and regular physical activity. Efforts are also needed to decrease tobacco use and to increase cholesterol testing. PMID: 18615948 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1619742 Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1619742 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1619775&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18457276%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Lynkowski D PMID: 18457276 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1619775 Sat, 01 Mar 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1619775 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1619774&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18457277%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Paradis G PMID: 18457277 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1619774 Sat, 01 Mar 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1619774 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1619773&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18457278%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: By providing a snapshot of views held by the public regarding childhood obesity in this large Canadian city, this study offers preliminary guidance about publicly acceptable intervention strategies for use by health promotion researchers and policy-makers. PMID: 18457278 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1619773 Sat, 01 Mar 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1619773 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1619772&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18457279%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: The results indicate a lower prevalence estimate of overweight and obesity among young children in the Capital Health region compared to other parts of Canada. The IOTF reference provides more conservative estimates than the CDC reference, accounted for more by the difference in estimates of obesity than by the difference in estimates for overweight. PMID: 18457279 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1619772 Sat, 01 Mar 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1619772 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1619771&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18457280%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Power EM Food insecurity is an urgent public health issue for Aboriginal people in Canada because of high rates of poverty; the effects of global climate change and environmental pollution on traditional food systems; and high rates of diet-related diseases. However, to date, public health has operated with conceptualizations of food security that were developed in non-Aboriginal contexts; they do not take full account of the traditional food practices of Aboriginal people or Aboriginal conceptualizations of food security. In this paper, I argue that there are unique food security considerations for Aboriginal people related to the harvesting, sharing and consumption of country or traditional foods, which impact the four pillars of food security: access, availability, supply a... Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1619771 Sat, 01 Mar 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1619771 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1619770&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18457281%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: These results should help clarify why some mothers in the Moose Factory region are at risk of not breastfeeding. This information will be useful in directing future research on the differences in breastfeeding rates among different Aboriginal Peoples' communities, and assist in the development of program policies specific to women who have one or more of the identified risk factors. PMID: 18457281 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1619770 Sat, 01 Mar 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1619770 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1619769&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18457282%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Neonatal vitamin A deficiency appears to be a significant risk factor for AOM and LRTIs in this population. PMID: 18457282 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1619769 Sat, 01 Mar 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1619769 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1619768&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18457283%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Our assessment indicates a potential program impact upon several intermediate impact measures, and in so doing highlights a promising nutrition capacity-promoting intervention. PMID: 18457283 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1619768 Sat, 01 Mar 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1619768 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1619767&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18457284%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Morris SK, Nguyen CK Clinical studies have shown the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccines to be very effective at preventing persistent infection by vaccine serotypes. The development of these new vaccines heralds a new era in cancer prevention. Gardasil, Merck's quadravalent HPV vaccine, has recently been licensed in Canada for women aged 9 to 26 years of age. It necessitates that health professionals become familiar with the vaccine, the evidence supporting its effectiveness and issues related to vaccine strategy, cost effectiveness, and remaining research questions. The vaccine is recommended in Canada for females aged 9 to 13 years and should also be offered to females aged 14 to 26 years. Ongoing research will determine the duration of protection conferred by the vaccine, ... Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1619767 Sat, 01 Mar 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1619767 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1619766&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18457285%26dopt%3DAbstract The objectives of this pilot study were to determine the extent of uptake, reasons for being/not being screened, and whether students at risk would be more likely to be screened. METHODS: The screening program was carried out between September 2005 and May 2006. Test kits were accessed through the school's health centre without first seeing the school nurse for counselling. Tests were processed non-nominally at the laboratory. A cross-sectional survey was offered to all students in the school to assess factors related to participation or non-participation. Univariate analysis was carried out for young women's sexual activity and risk taking, reasons for being participants or non-participants, risk behaviours, and knowledge about chlamydia. RESULTS: One hundred and sixty-three women (58%) h... Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1619766 Sat, 01 Mar 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1619766 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1619765&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18457286%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The elevated injury risk of young workers out of school suggests that school-based work safety education programs need to be supplemented with other prevention strategies that improve the fit between these young workers' experience and capabilities and the work environment. PMID: 18457286 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1619765 Sat, 01 Mar 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1619765 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1619764&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18457287%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Lower socio-economic status is associated with higher rates of depressed mood and anxiety in youth. PMID: 18457287 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1619764 Sat, 01 Mar 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1619764 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1619763&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18457288%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Edwards NC, MacLean Davison C Social justice is a core value of public health. However, the public health core competencies for Canada document (release 1.0) does not contain any explicit reference to the essential attributes of social justice within the competencies themselves. We argue that social justice attributes should be integrated into the core competencies and propose examples for consideration. PMID: 18457288 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1619763 Sat, 01 Mar 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1619763 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1619762&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18457289%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The general attitude of older adults towards reminder letters was favourable, and the reminders appear to have contributed to a modest increase in influenza vaccination rates. PMID: 18457289 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1619762 Sat, 01 Mar 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1619762 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1619761&cid=s_37746_46_f&fid=37746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18457290%26dopt%3DAbstract DISCUSSION: The message about public education in the face of emerging health threats is clear; that is, that public education is key. But we cannot end the public health presence there--public health researchers must evaluate the uptake of the message. PMID: 18457290 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] (Source: Canadian Journal of Public Health) Canadian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1619761 Sat, 01 Mar 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1619761