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Thu, 09 Feb 2012 10:12:54 +0100 Editor Book Choice http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5623764&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Freprint%2F71%2F1%2F129%3Frss%3D1 (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5623764 Sun, 22 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5623764 Levels and functions of HIV/AIDS stigma within the Iranian community living in the Sydney metropolitan area http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5623763&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F71%2F1%2F115%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion: The findings suggest that HIV/AIDS stigma has instrumental and symbolic function, and concentrating solely on instrumental (HIV/AIDS transmission routes) factors is less likely to address it properly. Therefore, educational campaigns to reduce HIV/AIDS stigma should also focus on symbolic factors. The findings contribute to the knowledge area of better understanding of HIV/AIDS stigma among ethnic minorities of similar characteristics. The results are valuable for the Iranian community, health service providers, health educators and policy makers. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5623763 Sun, 22 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5623763 Behavioural precursors and HIV testing behaviour among African American women http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5623762&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F71%2F1%2F102%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion: The study’s findings reiterate the importance of applying behaviour change theories and measuring behavioural precursors in the design and evaluation of HIV testing campaigns. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5623762 Sun, 22 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5623762 Access to and use of reproductive health information among in-school adolescent girls in Lagos State, Nigeria http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5623761&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F71%2F1%2F90%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion: The National Comprehensive Sexuality Education Curriculum should be implemented in all the secondary schools in Lagos State and elsewhere in Nigeria. Access to and use of reproductive health information should be promoted through regular workshops, seminars, symposia, lectures and talks for parents, teachers, and students. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5623761 Sun, 22 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5623761 An exploratory mixed method assessment of low income, pregnant Hispanic women's understanding of gestational diabetes and dietary change http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5623760&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F71%2F1%2F80%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion: The overall profile of attitudes, knowledge, diet and willingness to change aspects of a diet offers additional direction on how to counsel this patient group on ways to decrease risk of GDM. Given Hispanic women’s elevated risk for GDM, small dietary changes presented in culturally relevant, straightforward messages about commonly eaten foods might result in improved health for the mother and the broader family. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5623760 Sun, 22 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5623760 From food to fuel: Perceptions of exercise and food in a community of food bloggers http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5623759&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F71%2F1%2F72%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion: These findings provide insight into how a community of food bloggers views the relationship between food and exercise, suggest ways that women practising dietary restraint perceive food and exercise, and encourage further research on food blogging. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5623759 Sun, 22 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5623759 Peer sexual health education: Interventions for effective programme evaluation http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5623758&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F71%2F1%2F62%3Frss%3D1 This article discusses the advantages and disadvantages of youth sexual health peer education programmes, the importance of programme evaluation, and strategies for developing effective programme evaluation tools. The value of conducting both process (programme delivery) and outcome (programme impact) evaluation is examined as well as methods for conducting these forms of assessment. Considering the wide range of peer education programmes and the diversity of communities served, the article concludes that the creation of a single evaluation method may be an impossible task. To address this challenge, principles for effective programme evaluation are proposed with tools that can be tailored to the unique goals of specific sexual health organizations. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5623758 Sun, 22 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5623758 Implementation of adolescent family-based substance use prevention programmes in health care settings: Comparisons across conditions and programmes http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5623757&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F71%2F1%2F53%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion: Fidelity assessment data can be successfully utilized for ongoing quality improvement of programme delivery. Programme choice appears to increase family engagement in programmes. Future effectiveness trials should assess approaches to integrate evidence-based family prevention programmes with adolescent health services. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5623757 Sun, 22 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5623757 The relation between adolescent self assessment of health and risk behaviours: Could a global measure of health provide indications of health risk exposures? http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5623756&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F71%2F1%2F39%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions: SRH could be an indicator of health risk in situations where other biomedical information about an adolescent is unavailable. It appears that mental health functioning might be one of the most important factors used to determine the overall health in this population of adolescents. The role of parents and other adult mentors might be crucial in assisting adolescents to make appropriate choices regarding underlying health risks related to overall health functioning. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5623756 Sun, 22 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5623756 The devil is in the details: Development of policy and procedure in the Battle River Project http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5623755&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F71%2F1%2F30%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion: The process of developing and implementing healthy school policy can be streamlined by planning for clear communication, involving all stakeholders, and by embedding health into the structures of a school jurisdiction. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5623755 Sun, 22 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5623755 Stroke survivors' evaluations of a stroke workbook-based intervention designed to increase perceived control over recovery http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5623754&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F71%2F1%2F17%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions: Those who used the intervention generally found it useful, with information and social support being perceived as being more useful than behavioural activities. Perceiving the behavioural activities as least useful may impede the uptake of recovery-promoting activities, which may have consequences for the effect of rehabilitation, and recovery. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5623754 Sun, 22 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5623754 Overweight, obesity, and strong attitudes: Predicting participation in physical activity in a predominantly Hispanic college population http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5623753&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F71%2F1%2F5%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion: Strong attitudes are an important determinant of participation in PA in this sample. Future studies might explore these relationships among other ethnic/demographic groups, as well as test the effectiveness of attitude change interventions for increasing PA. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5623753 Sun, 22 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5623753 Editorial http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5623752&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Freprint%2F71%2F1%2F3%3Frss%3D1 (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5623752 Sun, 22 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5623752 Serving inland rural communities through university clinics http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5510802&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F70%2F4%2F475%3Frss%3D1 Discussion: University clinics are an effective way of providing clinical placements for students and some healthcare for rural communities. Key aspects of the community context that make a university clinic viable are the degree of disadvantage in a community, the population density (or dispersion), the workforce available to supply health services in the public and private sectors, and the types of services that are demanded by policy or lobby groups and not yet supplied. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5510802 Wed, 14 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5510802 Australian dental students views on a compulsory internship scheme http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5510801&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F70%2F4%2F468%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion: Support for an internship scheme for dental graduates elicited a divided opinion amongst dental students. Many issues around financing and logistics have to be addressed before any such scheme could be implemented in Australia: there is a need to consult with dental graduates and promote the benefits to the student body. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5510801 Wed, 14 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5510801 Performance outcomes of an online first aid and CPR course for laypersons http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5510800&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F70%2F4%2F458%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions: The online course is effective. Its accessibility permits broader dissemination and use. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5510800 Wed, 14 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5510800 Media literacy and cigarette smoking in Hungarian adolescents http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5510799&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F70%2F4%2F446%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion: Based on this study’s findings, prevention and health promotion planners in Hungary should consider media literacy training as a possible addition to smoking prevention efforts in community- and school-based efforts. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5510799 Wed, 14 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5510799 Assimilating and following through with nutritional recommendations by adolescents http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5510798&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F70%2F4%2F435%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion: While dietary ratings are consistent and seem to be reinforced by the constant messages in favour of the Mediterranean diet aimed at adults, the minimum impact of this knowledge on the subjects’ habits observed in the study poses the need to seek new communicative strategies that are not exclusively based on providing adolescents with more information on proper diet. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5510798 Wed, 14 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5510798 The impact of additional weekdays of active commuting to school on children achieving a criterion of 300+ minutes of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5510797&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F70%2F4%2F428%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion: Results confirm the ubiquity of active commuting among young people. Even one additional day of active commuting helps to meet established criteria. In older girls active commuting is uniquely powerful in contributing to attainment of public health targets of MVPA. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5510797 Wed, 14 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5510797 User testing of consumer medicine information in Australia http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5510796&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F70%2F4%2F420%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions: Given CMI’s role in empowering patients with information, it follows that every attempt should be made to ensure that they are consumer friendly and usable. There is a strong argument that user testing should be employed in writing medicine information. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5510796 Wed, 14 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5510796 Taking the pain out of waiting: The oral health counselling experiences of parents of children with extensive dental caries http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5510795&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F70%2F4%2F407%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion: Future development of programmes should consider participants’ expressed need for parent counselling to be provided in patient-centred sessions. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5510795 Wed, 14 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5510795 Listening to indigenous health workers: Helping to explain the disconnect between policy and practice in oral health role development in remote Australia http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5510794&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F70%2F4%2F400%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion: The identification of barriers to role development operating at the level of the clinic and the community helps to explain the disconnect between policy and practice in the development of the oral health role of these community health personnel. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5510794 Wed, 14 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5510794 Substance-related knowledge, attitude, and behaviour among college students: Opportunities for health education http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5510793&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F70%2F4%2F383%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion: This study offers implications for substance use education opportunities on college campuses. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5510793 Wed, 14 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5510793 An entertainment-education study of stereotypes and prejudice against fat women: An evaluation of Fat Pig http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5510792&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F70%2F4%2F374%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion: Creating or using drama in education not according to theoretical approaches, such as the entertainment–education (EE) approach, may lead to paradoxical outcomes, completely contradict educational intentions, and even reinforce undesired attitudes and behaviours. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5510792 Wed, 14 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5510792 The role of exercise self-efficacy, perceived exertion, event-related stress, and demographic factors in predicting physical activity among college freshmen http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5510791&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F70%2F4%2F365%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion: This study adds to the body of knowledge related to predictors of physical activity and the applicability of Pender’s HPM to such studies. The study also provides insight into the impact of a natural disaster on physical activity. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5510791 Wed, 14 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5510791 Important Announcement http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5189838&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Freprint%2F70%2F3%2F361%3Frss%3D1 (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5189838 Wed, 31 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5189838 Editor's Book Choice http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5189837&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Freprint%2F70%2F3%2F359%3Frss%3D1 (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5189837 Wed, 31 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5189837 Ottawa panel evidence-based clinical practice guidelines for patient education programmes in the management of osteoarthritis http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5189836&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F70%2F3%2F318%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion: This review of the studies to date seems to indicate the potential of patient education for OA to positively affect pain, at least in the short-term, and exercise compliance in the longer term. While the programmes reviewed varied widely in the focus and approach of education, a number of promising ‘effective ingredients’ seem to be suggested by this review. The Ottawa Panel recommendations are in concordances with other clinical practice guidelines related to the efficacy of patient education for the management of OA, especially to improve pain, physical activity level, self-efficacy and quality of life. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5189836 Wed, 31 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5189836 A comprehensive competence-based approach in curriculum development: Experiences from African and European contexts http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5189835&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F70%2F3%2F301%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion: The products obtained (ie reference guides for competences) are only the visible part of the results of the far more fundamental change process that is the real reinforcement of competences and capacities of healthcare professionals in organizations aiming at better managing their resources, among which are human resources in healthcare. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5189835 Wed, 31 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5189835 Cost-effectiveness comparison of breast cancer screening and vascular event primary prevention with aspirin in Wales http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5189834&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F70%2F3%2F296%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions: Based on this analysis, perhaps policy makers might begin to consider the possibility of a health education campaign which clearly presents the benefits and risks of aspirin. As part of this consideration, further studies would appear to be warranted, such as economic and health impact studies on the existing use of aspirin in the community. aspirin, breast cancer, comparison, cost-effectiveness (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5189834 Wed, 31 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5189834 Categorizing health websites: E-knowledge, e-business and e-professional http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5189833&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F70%2F3%2F285%3Frss%3D1 This article presents three types of health website categories (e-knowledge, e-business and e-professional) which are currently being used to disseminate health-related information, services and medical literature to the health consumer and professional. Moreover, criteria which have been used to establish a health website’s category is demonstrated throughout this article and specific screen captures are used to illustrate each. At present, literature surrounding the categorization and evaluation of health websites is limited; therefore, much of the criteria generated have been developed from an extensive review and critique of current health websites. The presented criteria checklist forms the guiding framework for this article and assists in giving understanding to the categorizat... Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5189833 Wed, 31 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5189833 Re-visit to the school nurse and adolescents' medicine use http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5189832&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F70%2F3%2F274%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion: The school nurse may reduce the students’ proneness to use medicine when they experience complaints. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5189832 Wed, 31 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5189832 College students' use of compliance-gaining strategies to obtain prescription stimulant medications for illicit use http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5189831&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F70%2F3%2F260%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions: A compliance-gaining perspective provided a better understanding of the strategies college students are likely to use to obtain prescription stimulants from those with a legitimate prescription. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5189831 Wed, 31 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5189831 Health professionals' perceptions of sexual assault management: A Delphi Study http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5189830&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F70%2F3%2F249%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions: There is a need for a comprehensive management approach to sexual assault which includes clear prescriptive guidelines; workforce training and development; equitable access to services; and community education. Sexual assault is a serious public health issue. The adoption of a multilevel approach will support change and improve health outcomes for this group. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5189830 Wed, 31 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5189830 Parents as educators of sex and relationship education: The role for effective communication in British families http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5189829&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F70%2F3%2F240%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion: The results highlight the feasibility of using multimedia computer programs to educate and increase communication about sexual matters within families. Future research needs to focus on more diverse populations to assess the accuracy of this research and the possibility of developing parent programmes with the aim of educating parents so they can provide effective sex education to their children. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5189829 Wed, 31 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5189829 Editorial http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5189828&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Freprint%2F70%2F3%2F239%3Frss%3D1 (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5189828 Wed, 31 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5189828 Physical activity based professional development for teachers: The importance of whole school involvement http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4919018&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F70%2F2%2F225%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion: Participant teachers believed physical activity played an important role within the school setting, and recognized their role in the provision of opportunities for their students. However, they did not necessarily feel confident and competent to facilitate opportunities. A specific professional development intervention was introduced as one form of support to address this need. Teachers valued first-hand experience of professional development and reported particular enjoyment if they participated alongside their colleagues. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4919018 Thu, 09 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4919018 Knowledge about pandemic influenza in healthcare and non-healthcare students in London http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4919017&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F70%2F2%2F217%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions: There was a good level of knowledge about influenza, although this was not always reflected in intended behaviours with regards to vaccination and isolation. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4919017 Thu, 09 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4919017 Who attends physical activity programmes in deprived neighbourhoods? http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4919016&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F70%2F2%2F206%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions: Local authority driven physical activity sessions in low-income communities have low levels of participation. Activities with roots in the community are most effective at attracting local participants, particularly men. The most common communication mechanism is word of mouth but whether this is due to lack of investment and expertise in other promotional techniques is not clear. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4919016 Thu, 09 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4919016 Are incentive schemes effective in changing young people's behaviour? A systematic review http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4919015&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F70%2F2%2F192%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion: Evidence suggests that incentives schemes do not provide policy makers or practitioners with a simple route to improving young people’s health or other behaviours. However, there is evidence that incentives can be useful in encouraging positive health behaviour change where a simple or single action is required. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4919015 Thu, 09 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4919015 Stories to communicate risks about tobacco: Development of a brief scale to measure transportation into a video story - The ACCE Project http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4919014&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F70%2F2%2F184%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion: The VTS provides a rapid assessment of transportation that can be used in applied settings using video-based narratives. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4919014 Thu, 09 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4919014 Black parents speak out: The school environment and interplay with wellbeing http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4919013&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F70%2F2%2F176%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion: Findings suggested that for schools to enable the wellbeing and positive self-esteem of young people it is important to promote and provide an educational experience that responds to every child’s need for knowledge, linked to their unique experiences and histories. Though experiences in school are not the only factors that can affect the wellbeing of young people, it remains an important area to consider irrespective of ethnicity. Data from this study provides a conceptual and methodological basis for future large-scale and longitudinal investigations into the educational experiences of children from different ethnic groups and interplay with wellbeing, including health inequalities later in adult life. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4919013 Thu, 09 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4919013 Usefulness of a competency-based reflective portfolio for student learning on a Masters Health Promotion programme http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4919012&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F70%2F2%2F170%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion: The competency-based reflective portfolio is a very useful tool which draws together theoretical and experiential learning. It provides students with an opportunity to bring together the course as a whole and to integrate material across modules and tasks. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4919012 Thu, 09 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4919012 'I hope I haven't run over you': A case study of user participation in practice http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4919011&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F70%2F2%2F160%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion: Detailed and standardized guidelines like the Standard Method seemed not to be a guarantee of user participation. Guidelines such as the Standard Method might neglect the complexity of user participation, and could be a straitjacket for both professionals and users. They should include a requirement of documentation of how participation is ensured and practised in the specific context of each single course. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4919011 Thu, 09 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4919011 Readability and test-retest reliability of a psychometric instrument designed to assess HIV/AIDS attitudes, beliefs, behaviours and sources of HIV prevention information of young adults http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4919010&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F70%2F2%2F141%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion: We found no discernible difference in the reliability data among the respondents from the three countries. The instrument should be of interest to clinicians and researchers investigating the HIV risk behaviours of young adults and older age groups with an eighth grade reading level. The availability of this instrument may enhance HIV population and intervention studies internationally. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4919010 Thu, 09 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4919010 Comparison of two modes of delivery of first aid training including basic life support http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4919009&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F70%2F2%2F131%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion: After replacing one day of classroom-based training with on-line theory training, there was no significant difference in the first aid competencies of the study population, as measured by an equally-weighted combined score of basic life support and first aid theory. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4919009 Thu, 09 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4919009 A health website recommendation from Gold Coast general practitioners to their patients: A mixed method approach http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4919008&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F70%2F2%2F117%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion: More than half of the surveyed GPs actively recommend websites to their patients, with a GP’s sex, age and years of experience influencing his or her recommendation decisions. There are numerous and varied reasons as to why GPs ‘do’ or ‘do not’ recommend health websites to their patients. Web-based continuing medical education courses or programmes in medical schools may help GPs develop the skills necessary for the delivery of effective e-health care. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4919008 Thu, 09 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4919008 Guest Editorial: How stories help towards person-centered care http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4919007&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Freprint%2F70%2F2%2F115%3Frss%3D1 (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4919007 Thu, 09 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4919007 Meanings of food, eating and health in Punjabi families living in Vancouver, Canada http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4558411&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F70%2F1%2F102%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion: These findings add to understanding of the varied ways food practices are implicated in constructing ethnic identities, and provide insight into cultural influences on health behaviours. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4558411 Mon, 07 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4558411 Managers' understanding of workplace health promotion within small and medium-sized enterprises: A phenomenological study http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4558410&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F70%2F1%2F92%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion: Strategies focussing on employee health alone as a separate entity to the business agenda are likely to be ineffective for raising awareness of workplace health promotion activity within small and medium-sized enterprises. Findings suggest an integrated ecological approach needs to be reflected within policy and practice that extends beyond the individual employee. A revised programme planning framework, based upon the work of Green and Kreuter, identifies areas that health promotion practitioners need to consider for more meaningful engagement with workplace health promotion activity by managers to take place within the small and medium-sized enterprise setting. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4558410 Mon, 07 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4558410 What factors are important in smoking cessation amongst deprived communities?: A qualitative study http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4558409&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F70%2F1%2F84%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion: This study shows that smokers from deprived communities require more intensive, flexible and personalized support from a stop smoking service which should ideally be located in their community setting. A more innovative, tailored and less prescriptive approach to providing stop smoking services may help to improve cessation rates among smokers in deprived communities. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4558409 Mon, 07 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4558409 Community engagement for health promotion: Reducing injuries among Chinese people in New Zealand http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4558408&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F70%2F1%2F76%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion: The findings led to a series of seven steps as guidelines to engage the Chinese community to prevent and/or reduce injuries towards improving the quality of their lives. The underlying principles of the guidelines helped in the development of a community engagement approach for Chinese communities in Auckland, New Zealand. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4558408 Mon, 07 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4558408 Examining differences between light and heavier smoking vocational students: A pilot study http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4558407&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F70%2F1%2F67%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion: Given the disproportionately high rates of tobacco use among vocational/technical students, results from this study indicate that salient anti-tobacco programs that can be implemented at the vocational school and that target light and heavier smoking students are needed. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4558407 Mon, 07 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4558407 Can social support in the guise of an oral health education intervention promote mother-infant bonding in Chinese immigrant mothers and their infants? http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4558406&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F70%2F1%2F57%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion: Social support provided within the guise of a culturally-sensitive oral health education programme assisted socially-isolated immigrant mothers to improve the quality of their relationship with their infants. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4558406 Mon, 07 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4558406 A tale of two localities: Healthy eating on a restricted income http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4558405&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F70%2F1%2F48%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions: Prices varied enormously between the two areas. Local shops in one area offered a comparable price to shopping in the supermarkets. The Ingol area, with a large white working class population, was particularly poorly served for those on low incomes and the range of choices restricted. The percentages spent on food to meet the requirements of our healthy baskets and menus show that more than the national average – in both absolute and relative terms – would have to be spent to eat healthily. For the vulnerable and price dependent poor in Preston this will mean having to spend more on food and possibly more on travel to access basics, a healthy diet will cost more, while proportionally an unhealthy diet, as can be found in fast food outlets, may not be as expensive w... Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4558405 Mon, 07 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4558405 Integrating the chronic care model into a novel medical student course http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4558404&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F70%2F1%2F39%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions: Although medical students may not recognize it, they may already focus their actions and thinking regarding health improvement toward patient self-management of their chronic disease. Although students require education and training if the Model is to be widely used, they may be naturally attracted to it. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4558404 Mon, 07 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4558404 Screen-related sedentary behaviours of school-aged children: Principals' and teachers' perspectives http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4558403&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F70%2F1%2F32%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion: School principals and teachers were very concerned about excessive screen-related behaviour among school-aged children when away from school and suggested that interventions should emphasize increasing daily physical education, promoting recreational sports at or away from school, and engaging parents in regulating screen time at home. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4558403 Mon, 07 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4558403 The Iranian version of the exercise self-efficacy scale (ESES): Factor structure, internal consistency and construct validity http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4558402&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F70%2F1%2F21%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion: In general the findings suggest that the ESES with some minor changes is a reliable and valid measure of exercise self-efficacy among the Iranian diabetic population. However, further studies are needed to establish stronger psychometric properties for this scale. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4558402 Mon, 07 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4558402 Impact of a six-month empowerment-based exercise intervention programme in non-physically active adolescent Swedish girls http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4558401&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F70%2F1%2F9%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions: The EIP had an impact on adolescent girls’ general perceived self-efficacy and can be regarded as an outcome of empowerment that indicates the development of the adolescent girls’ ability to effectively deal with a variety of stressful situations in general. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4558401 Mon, 07 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4558401 Guest editorial: Safe, effective and efficient General Medical Practice consultations http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4558400&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Freprint%2F70%2F1%2F4%3Frss%3D1 (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4558400 Mon, 07 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4558400 Editorial http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4558399&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Freprint%2F70%2F1%2F3%3Frss%3D1 (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4558399 Mon, 07 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4558399 Editor's book choice http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4240711&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Freprint%2F69%2F4%2F447%3Frss%3D1 (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4240711 Wed, 08 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4240711 Finding self: A qualitative study of transgender, transitioning, and adulterated silicone http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4240710&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F69%2F4%2F439%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions: Several health-promotion issues were discovered. These included the need for safer transition options, the need for more cost effective transition options, the need to collect surveillance data, and the need for health promotion and action research. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4240710 Wed, 08 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4240710 Overweight, obesity and strong attitudes: Predicting participation in physical activity in a predominantly Hispanic college population http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4240709&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F69%2F4%2F427%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion: Strong attitudes are an important determinant of participation in physical activity in this sample. Future studies might explore these relationships among other ethnic/demographic groups, as well as test the effectiveness of attitude change interventions for increasing physical activity. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4240709 Wed, 08 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4240709 Body mass index, nutrient intakes, health behaviours and nutrition knowledge: A quantile regression application in Taiwan http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4240708&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F69%2F4%2F409%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions: Several important conclusions can be drawn. (1) Having a BMI which is too high or too low is a risk factor to health. (2) Quantile regression is a useful empirical method to evaluate crucial factors determining the entire distribution (high, medium and low) of BMI. (3) The econometric problem of endogeneity in regressors has to be considered and corrected when using a quantile regression approach. (4) BMI-relevant health education and policy can be evaluated and derived using quantile regression effects of an individual’s choices of nutrient intakes, health behaviours and nutrition knowledge. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4240708 Wed, 08 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4240708 Obesity, battle of the bulge-policy behind change: Whose responsibility is it and who pays? http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4240707&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F69%2F4%2F401%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion: When addressing responsibility for obese and overweight, all variables must be addressed: the individual, government, community and the food industry must lay claim to the impact of unhealthy choices and lack of access in the nation. The cost of obesity is astronomical. Billions of dollars are spent on health issues that are related to obesity. There are a few championing the cause of decreasing obesity and overweight in schools and communities throughout the States. Policy and legislative interventions have proven to be effective in regulating industry practices as it pertains to advertisement. There are those however that feel it is an individual’s responsibility to monitor their behavior as it pertains to their well-being. Obesity and overweight are more than an indivi... Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4240707 Wed, 08 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4240707 Applying motivational interviewing (MI) in counselling obese and overweight children and parents in Swedish child healthcare http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4240706&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F69%2F4%2F390%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion: MI training can have a substantial effect on child healthcare nurses’ clinical work on paediatric weight issues. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4240706 Wed, 08 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4240706 Evidence of secular changes in physical activity and fitness, but not adiposity and diet, in Welsh 12-13 year olds http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4240705&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F69%2F4%2F381%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion: We identified a trend towards increased physical activity among 12—13 year olds but there were no changes in dietary habits or adiposity. The findings indicate that increased physical activity, used in isolation without dietary modification, has no effect on adiposity. This study has demonstrated a need for large-scale studies to better evaluate existing and future initiatives targeting obesity in young people. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4240705 Wed, 08 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4240705 Demographic and lifestyle variables associated with obesity http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4240704&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F69%2F4%2F372%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion: This research highlights the need for more education emphasizing the importance of increased healthy behaviours versus use of diet products and fad diets to improve success of weight loss efforts. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4240704 Wed, 08 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4240704 Editorial http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4240703&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Freprint%2F69%2F4%2F371%3Frss%3D1 (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4240703 Wed, 08 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4240703 Letter to the Editor: A systematic review on computer-based education for patients with hypertension: What about effect sizes? http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3950073&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Freprint%2F69%2F3%2F365%3Frss%3D1 (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3950073 Thu, 09 Sep 2010 09:23:15 +0100 3950073 Invited book review: RS Hooker, JF Cawley, DP Asprey, Physician Assistant: Policy and Practice, 3rd edn. Philadelphia, PA: F.A. Davis, 2010. 668 pp. US$59.95. ISBN-13: 9780803618121; ISBN-10: 0803618123 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3950072&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Freprint%2F69%2F3%2F362%3Frss%3D1 (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3950072 Thu, 09 Sep 2010 09:23:15 +0100 3950072 Participatory development of an instrument for the elderly for an autonomous optimization of their nutrition and physical activity profile http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3950071&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F69%2F3%2F353%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion: When developing age-based counselling aids, particular support in structuring, reminding and simple handling must be taken into account. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3950071 Thu, 09 Sep 2010 09:23:15 +0100 3950071 Folic acid promotion for Hispanic women in Florida: A vitamin diary study http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3950070&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F69%2F3%2F344%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion: Compliance with multivitamin intake has numerous barriers.Therefore, continued educational efforts by public health practitioners are necessary in order to reach Hispanic/Latino populations known to have a high risk of neural tube defects. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3950070 Thu, 09 Sep 2010 09:23:15 +0100 3950070 Perceptions of teen pregnancy among high school students in Sweet Home, Oregon http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3950069&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F69%2F3%2F333%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions: To reduce teen pregnancy, the developmental asset model offers community members, teachers and parents guidelines to work together to develop key assets in youth that may protect against risky sexual behaviours. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3950069 Thu, 09 Sep 2010 09:23:15 +0100 3950069 Predicting the 'freshman 15': Environmental and psychological predictors of weight gain in first-year university students http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3950068&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F69%2F3%2F321%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions: These results suggest that the first year of university is a critical period for weight gain, especially for students living in residence. Greater understanding of risk factors associated with weight gain in first-year university students, particularly students living in residence, could lead to prevention of this weight gain and potential subsequent overweight and obesity. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3950068 Thu, 09 Sep 2010 09:23:15 +0100 3950068 The feasibility of assessing alcohol use among college students using wireless mobile devices: Implications for health education and behavioural research http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3950067&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F69%2F3%2F311%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion: Results indicate that the feasibility of using MDs for data collection may be influenced by user preferences and should be tested on different health behaviours in more diverse populations. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3950067 Thu, 09 Sep 2010 09:23:15 +0100 3950067 Towards an integrated approach to sexual health services: The contribution of NICE guidance on one-to-one interventions to prevent STIs and under 18 conceptions http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3950066&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F69%2F3%2F297%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion: Although one-to-one interventions are a comparatively narrow component of a strategic programme for the prevention of STIs and under 18 conceptions, this focus is central to addressing these challenges. This supports a much more integrated approach to service provision, within the context of modernization of sexual health services. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3950066 Thu, 09 Sep 2010 09:23:15 +0100 3950066 Randomized controlled trial to increase physical activity among insufficiently active women following their participation in a mass event http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3950065&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F69%2F3%2F287%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion: There was no difference in the increases in physical activity, which were greatest among least active participants, between intervention and control groups, suggesting that the tailored materials used in this trial did not have a greater impact than standard health information and contact alone. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3950065 Thu, 09 Sep 2010 09:23:15 +0100 3950065 Adolescents' preferences regarding sex education and relationship education http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3950064&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F69%2F3%2F277%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion: The results highlight the crucial role of experienced qualified SRE educators, but also the supplementary role of parents and peers as well as the auxiliary role of Internet sites, magazines, phone lines and schools. Stereotypical preferences of boys and girls outside SRE seem to be perpetuated in SRE, and special needs and mainstream adolescents’ preferences are consistent with their communication and education outside SRE. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3950064 Thu, 09 Sep 2010 09:23:15 +0100 3950064 Health beliefs about osteoporosis and osteoporosis screening in older women and men http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3950063&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F69%2F3%2F267%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion: Older adults demonstrate several beliefs that may be barriers to osteoporosis screening, including low belief in susceptibility to osteoporosis. These beliefs should be targeted with patient education to improve screening rates. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3950063 Thu, 09 Sep 2010 09:23:15 +0100 3950063 Review of the evidence for oral health promotion effectiveness http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3950062&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F69%2F3%2F257%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions: The authors conclude that, while there is good support for the incorporation of oral health into general health promotion, it will be important to monitor the outcomes in oral health terms. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3950062 Thu, 09 Sep 2010 09:23:15 +0100 3950062 Staff perspectives on the use of a computer-based concept for lifestyle intervention implemented in primary health care http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3950061&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F69%2F3%2F246%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion: Staff members have confidence in the computerized test and consider it a valuable tool. A development towards more lifestyle areas will make it even more useful. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3950061 Thu, 09 Sep 2010 09:23:15 +0100 3950061 Computer-based education for patients with hypertension: A systematic review http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3950060&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F69%2F3%2F236%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion: Computer-based interventions can be an effective means of changing certain health behaviours, but current research shows that these interventions must be used in concert with provider-based health education in order to create lasting changes in health behaviours. In order for the full benefits of computer-based interventions to be realized, these programmes must be fully integrated into general healthcare delivery. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3950060 Thu, 09 Sep 2010 09:23:15 +0100 3950060 Young people's use and views of a school-based sexual health drop-in service in areas of high deprivation http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3950059&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F69%2F3%2F227%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions: Locating sexual health drop-in clinics in schools within deprived communities makes them accessible to many vulnerable young people. Those having sex early attended, often before they had sex, and a large number of boys came for advice and condoms. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3950059 Thu, 09 Sep 2010 09:23:15 +0100 3950059 Cost-effectiveness of interventions to improve moderate physical activity: A study in nine UK sites http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3548596&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F69%2F2%2F211%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions: MPA interventions are cost-effective. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3548596 Mon, 10 May 2010 12:34:03 +0100 3548596 A tale of two cities: A study of access to food, lessons for public health practice http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3548595&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F69%2F2%2F200%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions: There is a need to engage proactively with the location of shops in urban areas, to ensure they offer a healthy range of options and are sited near to where people live. The number of fast food outlets needs to be controlled and the food they offer improved.This latter issue of the number of outlets and quality of fast food contributes to an overall obesogenic environment. Access to food is heavily dependent on having access to a car; local shopping and the quality of food on offer are important for key groups such as those on benefits, the elderly, single parents and others with limited access to a car. Proactive policy solutions may lie with the engagement of health agencies with the planning processes in local authorities to ensure that the food retail environment reflects ... Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3548595 Mon, 10 May 2010 12:34:03 +0100 3548595 University students' views of obesity and weight management strategies http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3548594&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F69%2F2%2F192%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions: The findings demonstrate that the complex nature of obesity is generally understood, suggesting that health education has been partially successful. Overall, there was support for obesity management strategies which can be built on. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3548594 Mon, 10 May 2010 12:34:02 +0100 3548594 The great boundary crossing: Perceptions on training pharmacists as supplementary prescribers in the UK http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3548593&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F69%2F2%2F183%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion: The coaching relationship between General Practitioner Designated Medical Practitioners and pharmacists served to embed skills and enhance confidence.The reflection skills gained by the pharmacist supplementary prescribers during their academic learning period appear to be important in their subsequent work-based learning. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3548593 Mon, 10 May 2010 12:34:02 +0100 3548593 Emergency contraception education for health and human service professionals: An evaluation of knowledge and attitudes http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3548592&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F69%2F2%2F175%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion: Among other educational and motivational tools to increase use of emergency contraception, training of human service professionals can increase the knowledge and attitudes necessary for informing their numerous clients about how to access emergency contraceptive pills as well as their safety and efficacy. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3548592 Mon, 10 May 2010 12:34:02 +0100 3548592 Don't forget the distributor! The importance of field testing draft educational materials with key gatekeepers before production and dissemination http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3548591&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F69%2F2%2F164%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion: Testing draft educational materials with key gatekeepers who work closely with Spanish-speaking Latinas before final development and dissemination is a critical component of an educational outreach effort. Incorporating feedback from these professionals can help enhance the quality of the end product; such feedback can also help researchers assess whether and how the materials will be disseminated. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3548591 Mon, 10 May 2010 12:34:02 +0100 3548591 Verbal versus numerical probabilities: Does format presentation of probabilistic information regarding breast cancer screening affect women's comprehension? http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3548590&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F69%2F2%2F150%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion: The study demonstrates that comprehension of information depends on: (1) women’s readiness to receive information; and (2) their education and numeracy skills in processing and interpreting probabilistic information, particularly, when presented in quantitative format. Attention must be paid to these factors when designing or communicating breast health information in order to ensure full comprehension of information, and to avoid any potential discrimination which people may face relating to their poor education or numeracy skills. Systematic investigation into the relationships among readiness, numeracy problems, and format preferences could help build effective guidelines for providing women with appropriate and comprehensible information. (Source: Health Education Jou... Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3548590 Mon, 10 May 2010 12:34:02 +0100 3548590 Working towards men's health: Findings from the Sefton men's health project http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3548589&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F69%2F2%2F139%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion: Men liked the convenient settings for the healthy lifestyle programme and its activities, although peer mentoring involves challenges over recruitment and support, and staff also benefited. Men made recommendations for acceptable locations, support for marginalized men, and appropriate incentives. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3548589 Mon, 10 May 2010 12:34:02 +0100 3548589 The WellingTONNE Challenge Toolkit: Using the RE-AIM framework to evaluate a community resource promoting healthy lifestyle behaviours http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3410461&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F69%2F1%2F126%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion: The RE-AIM framework provided valuable information concerning the uptake, implementation and usability of the WellingTONNE Challenge Toolkit, however, future research should address the behavioural outcomes associated with using the toolkit in order to provide a clearer understanding of how research can be translated into public health practice. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3410461 Fri, 26 Mar 2010 16:26:16 +0100 3410461 An ecological momentary assessment of the physical activity and sedentary behaviour patterns of university students http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3410460&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F69%2F1%2F116%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions Students participate in a range of sedentary behaviours that differ by gender. Results question public perception that selected sedentary behaviours, such as ‘watching television’, are responsible for declining levels of sport and exercise participation in this age group. Implications for interventions are considered. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3410460 Fri, 26 Mar 2010 16:26:16 +0100 3410460 Comprehension of a colon cancer pamphlet among American adults at least 50 years of age http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3410459&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F69%2F1%2F107%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion: Understanding the pamphlet was related to age, ethnic background, education, reading fluency and experiences in communication with health providers. Increasing communication between health providers and patients or tailoring the written materials to improve adults’ knowledge of colon cancer is recommended. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3410459 Fri, 26 Mar 2010 16:26:16 +0100 3410459 Perceived health status and utilization of specialty care: Racial and ethnic disparities in patients with chronic diseases http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3410458&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F69%2F1%2F95%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions: Efforts to improve outcomes should be tailored and provided in a culturally and linguistically appropriate manner. Bilingual efforts to promote specialty care and methods to eliminate patient and system level barriers are needed. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3410458 Fri, 26 Mar 2010 16:26:16 +0100 3410458 Identifying barriers to promoting healthy nutrition in New Zealand primary schools http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3410457&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F69%2F1%2F84%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion. New Zealand primary schools face a number of barriers to promoting healthy nutrition related to time and resource constraints, with limited influence on children’s diets in relation to home and community settings. Incremental actions to improve school food environments seem most effective, supported by external agency expertise. The nature of external support should to be tailored to the needs of the individual school. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3410457 Fri, 26 Mar 2010 16:26:16 +0100 3410457 Evaluating a web-based MMR decision aid to support informed decision-making by UK parents: A before-and-after feasibility study http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3410456&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F69%2F1%2F74%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions: We cannot extrapolate from our data to infer that the decision aid has changed decision-making outcomes or influenced vaccination uptake. However, findings suggest that it may increase knowledge about MMR and reduce decisional conflict to a level where parents can make an informed decision. A randomized controlled trial is now underway to expand on these findings. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3410456 Fri, 26 Mar 2010 16:26:16 +0100 3410456 Comparison of health locus of control between physicians and the general public http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3410455&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F69%2F1%2F63%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion: Physicians are more likely to have a higher chance control but lower family control than the general public. Further studies are needed to evaluate the relationships between individual physicians’ HLC and their health behaviours. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3410455 Fri, 26 Mar 2010 16:26:16 +0100 3410455 Recommendations for health reporting: Proposal of a working paper http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3410454&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F69%2F1%2F48%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion: Our work identifies the major issues entailed in correct health reporting, and constitutes a step forward in overcoming existing barriers between scientists and journalists. The aim is to encourage the mediation of ‘public-centred’ information, which limits the false hopes and expectations that may arise due to communication problems between the two worlds. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3410454 Fri, 26 Mar 2010 16:26:16 +0100 3410454 Evidence-based health policy: A preliminary systematic review http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3410453&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F69%2F1%2F43%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion: The six factors identified provide a framework for consideration for those whose work involves evidence-based health policy development. As a corollary, the failure to satisfy these factors in evidence-based health policy development may lead to resistance to policy change and further work is warranted. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3410453 Fri, 26 Mar 2010 16:26:16 +0100 3410453 Parents' and children's self-report of parenting factors: How much do they agree and which is more strongly associated with early adolescent alcohol use? http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3410452&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F69%2F1%2F31%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions: When comparing results across studies, it is important to identify whose report was used, parent or child, as the results may differ based on the reporter. Studies with limited resources may consider using parents’ reports about parental monitoring and using children’s reports for alcohol-specific communication, general communication and relationship satisfaction. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3410452 Fri, 26 Mar 2010 16:26:16 +0100 3410452 Food safety knowledge and behaviours of children (5-7 years) http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3410451&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F69%2F1%2F21%3Frss%3D1 The objective of this study was to determine knowledge of food hygiene amongst young children (5—7 years), and facilitators and barriers to application of knowledge. Few studies exist that explore the knowledge and attitudes of young children towards food hygiene. This is an important age group, as it is a time when attitudes and behaviours are developing, which may then be carried through to adulthood.Design: To determine knowledge, age-appropriate activities were designed, with teachers, based on expected learning outcomes for this age group. In-depth interviews were carried out to determine attitudes towards and barriers to observing hygienic practices.Setting: Infant schools were selected across the United Kingdom, differing in number of children registered, level of deprivation ... Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3410451 Fri, 26 Mar 2010 16:26:16 +0100 3410451 An evaluation of an occupational health advice service http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3410450&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F69%2F1%2F13%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion: Work-related illnesses can be addressed through support services that provide employees with independent OH advice and guidance. Furthermore, there is an apparent need for employee OH support that is based outside of the workplace. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3410450 Fri, 26 Mar 2010 16:26:16 +0100 3410450 The complexities of interprofessional learning/working: Has the agenda lost its way? http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3410449&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F69%2F1%2F4%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion: To focus the agenda on developing effective healthcare teams within an IPL framework would enable common understanding, language and evaluation processes. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3410449 Fri, 26 Mar 2010 16:26:16 +0100 3410449 Editor's Book Choice http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3410448&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Freprint%2F69%2F1%2F3%3Frss%3D1 (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3410448 Fri, 26 Mar 2010 16:26:16 +0100 3410448 Occupational stress, mental health status and stress management behaviors among secondary school teachers in Hong Kong http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3369331&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F68%2F4%2F328%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion Secondary teachers in Hong Kong have high occupational stress but insufficient stress coping resources. Cognitive-behavioral programs to enhance teachers’ stress management resources are recommended. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3369331 Mon, 15 Mar 2010 16:33:20 +0100 3369331 Behavioural change in type 1 diabetes self-management: Why and how? http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3369330&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F68%2F4%2F320%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions Individuals intensively self-managing their diabetes have a high degree of motivation to improve glycaemic control, but also require the assistance of health professionals in primary and secondary care to enable this to take place. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3369330 Mon, 15 Mar 2010 16:33:20 +0100 3369330 A qualitative evaluation of the views of community workers on the dental health education material available in New South Wales for culturally and linguistically diverse communities http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3369329&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F68%2F4%2F314%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion Producers of dental health information literature should research their potential user groups more carefully. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3369329 Mon, 15 Mar 2010 16:33:20 +0100 3369329 Do we need to understand the technology to get to the science? A systematic review of the concept of computer literacy in preventive health programs http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3369328&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F68%2F4%2F296%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion Findings show limited and inconsistent definitions of computer literacy in the literature on computer-based prevention interventions. Without a clear construct of computer literacy, it will be difficult to determine the impact of such programs on health information seeking and, ultimately, health status. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3369328 Mon, 15 Mar 2010 16:33:20 +0100 3369328 Does weight status influence weight-related beliefs and the consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages and fast food purchases in adolescents? http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3369327&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F68%2F4%2F284%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions Addressing perceived barriers to a healthy diet may lead to important risk reduction. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3369327 Mon, 15 Mar 2010 16:33:20 +0100 3369327 Comparison of health-related measures of two groups of adolescents in a rural southeastern county in the United States http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3369326&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F68%2F4%2F273%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion Thus, this research shows differences between similar populations in the same county and these differences must be explored further. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3369326 Mon, 15 Mar 2010 16:33:20 +0100 3369326 Men's health promotion in Canada: Current context and future direction http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3369325&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F68%2F4%2F266%3Frss%3D1 This article provides such an overview, focusing on research, policy and practice and suggesting what future direction men’s health promotion in Canada might take. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3369325 Mon, 15 Mar 2010 16:33:20 +0100 3369325 Living in a sweetie culture: Scottish parents' difficulties in maintaining their children's oral health http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3369324&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F68%2F4%2F255%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions Parents find it difficult to restrict their children’s sugar intake in an environment where sugary snacks are so readily available. More societal support in restricting children’s sugar intake is of central importance. Parents would benefit from more sympathetic and explicit diet and toothbrushing messages tailored to their individual circumstances from those involved in the care of children’s oral health. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3369324 Mon, 15 Mar 2010 16:33:20 +0100 3369324 Editor's Choice of Recent Publications http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3369323&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Freprint%2F68%2F4%2F253%3Frss%3D1 (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3369323 Mon, 15 Mar 2010 16:33:20 +0100 3369323 Editorial http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3369322&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Freprint%2F68%2F4%2F251%3Frss%3D1 (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3369322 Mon, 15 Mar 2010 16:33:20 +0100 3369322 Tanning behaviour among young frequent tanners is related to attitudes and not lack of knowledge about the dangers http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2841678&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F68%2F3%2F232%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions This population’s belief that they look healthier and feel better with a tan strongly influences the desire to tan. Therefore, future cancer information campaigns or other prevention efforts should directly address the desire to tan by encouraging the use of sunless tanning products as an alternative method of tanning. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2841678 Mon, 28 Sep 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2841678 Exploring pre-operational and concrete operational children's thinking on nutrition: A case study http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2841677&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F68%2F3%2F219%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion Many of the predictions about how the children would react to certain questions given their age appear to be consistent with the early writings of Piaget. The main implications of these findings could help health educators who focus on nutrition to tailor their educational programmes according to the cognitive abilities defined by Piaget, and reinforced by our findings. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2841677 Mon, 28 Sep 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2841677 Older adults' perspectives on home exercise after falls rehabilitation: Understanding the importance of promoting healthy, active ageing http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2841676&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F68%2F3%2F207%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion A grounded theory approach to research with older people can be a useful tool for informing health promotion workers and other health professionals in practice. This study helps us to acknowledge that from an older adult’s perspective, independence is highly valued, and encourages us to consider how we can then adopt this as a motivator for participation in healthy, active ageing. When working with older people, professionals need to adopt a holistic approach to their health, using a person-centred approach to promote positive, active ageing. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2841676 Mon, 28 Sep 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2841676 Perceptions of physical activity by older adults: A qualitative study http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2841675&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F68%2F3%2F196%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions A number of issues were raised. These included: the need for more specific information on the benefits of physical activity; the role of pain management in physical activity; the concept that involvement in physical activity in younger years leads to involvement when older; and the expressed desire of older people to engage in less age-appropriate physical activities. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2841675 Mon, 28 Sep 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2841675 'Eating beans ... that is a "no-no" for our times': Young Cypriots' consumer meanings of 'healthy' and 'fast' food http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2841674&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F68%2F3%2F186%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions and implications This article challenges the one-dimensional approach of the ‘nutrition value of foods’ approach for convincing young people to choose healthy foods and strongly suggests the need to provide them with opportunities to become aware of and critical about the symbolic value of eating choices. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2841674 Mon, 28 Sep 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2841674 An evaluation of the Local Exercise Action Pilots and impact on moderate physical activity http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2841673&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F68%2F3%2F179%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions Completers increased overall activity levels, including those sedentary and lightly active at pre-intervention who increased levels to recommended guidelines. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2841673 Mon, 28 Sep 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2841673 The effects of training medical students in motivational interviewing http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2841672&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F68%2F3%2F170%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion Four hours of training has a measurable effect on medical students’ style and verbal behaviour in simulated patient consultations, but is not sufficient to become proficient in motivational interviewing. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2841672 Mon, 28 Sep 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2841672 Dosing up on food and physical activity: New Zealand children's ideas about 'health' http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2841671&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F68%2F3%2F157%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion Students could usefully be encouraged to adopt socially critical understandings of what health might entail and broader, more holistic conceptualizations of health beyond matters of the ‘body’ alone. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2841671 Mon, 28 Sep 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2841671 Editorial http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2841670&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Freprint%2F68%2F3%2F155%3Frss%3D1 (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2841670 Mon, 28 Sep 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2841670 A discussion paper on the assessment of student learning outcomes for healthcare management http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2454774&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F68%2F2%2F140%3Frss%3D1 As employers, parents, and policy makers demand more accountability from higher education, transferring student learning to health services management practice is more important than ever. If educators want to give these stakeholders the evidence-based performance results they expect, assessment of student learning outcomes, as well as aggregate statistics on groups of students, is necessary. The purpose of this paper is to outline how healthcare management faculty can use a learning-centered approach to assess student learning outcomes, to discuss how assessment of student learning outcomes can be the most effective way to develop and transfer knowledge to practice, and to recommend implementation strategies for practical application in the classroom. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2454774 Mon, 01 Jun 2009 04:00:00 +0100 2454774 Prevalence of dental fear and anxiety amongst patients in selected dental clinics in Ghana http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2454773&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F68%2F2%2F130%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions Dental anxiety and fear has been found to be high amongst dental patients in Ghana. Females are more likely to report higher dental anxiety and fear scores than males. Dental surgeons and the whole dental team should be made aware of this situation and the appropriate treatment plan created for an anxious or fearful patient. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2454773 Mon, 01 Jun 2009 04:00:00 +0100 2454773 Oral health promotion for linguistically and culturally diverse populations: Understanding the local non-English-speaking population http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2454772&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F68%2F2%2F119%3Frss%3D1 Changes in the prevalence of oral diseases and the funding of National Health Service Dentistry in the United Kingdom have combined to emphasize the role of the dental team in the prevention of disease. As part of this, oral health promotion plays a vital role in local communities and educational settings. Like many other inner-city London boroughs, Lambeth, Southwark and Lewisham have linguistically and culturally diverse populations, accompanied in recent years by an increasing demand and need for oral health promotion for non English speakers and those with low English language proficiency. Using the population of Lambeth, Southwark and Lewisham as an example, this paper will highlight the complexity of developing oral health promotion resources for non-English-speaking populations, whe... Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2454772 Mon, 01 Jun 2009 04:00:00 +0100 2454772 Helping teenagers stop smoking: Comparative observations across youth settings in Cardiff http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2454771&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F68%2F2%2F111%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion Overall, when both practical delivery issues and young peoples' outcome measures were considered, specialist youth provisions were the most effective settings for delivery of this programme. Delivery of smoking awareness as part of a wider health curriculum for groups of excluded young people is also recommended. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2454771 Mon, 01 Jun 2009 04:00:00 +0100 2454771 Perceptions of healthy eating: A qualitative study of school-going children in South India http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2454770&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F68%2F2%2F94%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion A concerted effort is required to translate the knowledge of children into positive behaviour change towards healthy eating. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2454770 Mon, 01 Jun 2009 04:00:00 +0100 2454770 Increasing access to health education in eastern Uganda: Rethinking the role and preparation of volunteers http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2454769&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F68%2F2%2F83%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion While there is a high enthusiasm for the potential role of volunteers, by both the NGOs and the community, their preparation for health education so far does not measure up to the demands of the tasks they are to perform. The limited emphasis on skills in planning, organizing and methods of health education leaves the practice of health education haphazard and indicates failure to view the area as a professional field. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2454769 Mon, 01 Jun 2009 04:00:00 +0100 2454769 A Spanish language narrative simulation to prevent horseback riding head injury among rural youth http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2186136&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F68%2F1%2F63%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion The exercise was successfully integrated into both classes. Discussing its vocabulary and sentence structure prior to its administration would improve its effectiveness. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2186136 Fri, 13 Feb 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2186136 High fidelity? How should we consider variations in the delivery of school-based health promotion interventions? http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2186135&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F68%2F1%2F44%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion The model developed can inform the design of health promotion interventions and identify the level of fidelity which should be expected outside of a trial. We believe that this model can contribute to good practice in the implementation of evidence-based health promotion in schools. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2186135 Fri, 13 Feb 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2186135 Exploring the reality of applied partnerships: The case of the Greek school health education curriculum http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2186134&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F68%2F1%2F34%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions Overall an explicit trend of failure in the process of building partnerships was shown in terms of this case of SHE curriculum implementation. To explain this trend, it is necessary to engage in attempts to understand the culture and context of the case. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2186134 Fri, 13 Feb 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2186134 Patient views on three key service areas within hospital COPD care http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2186133&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F68%2F1%2F26%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion Patients have important views on services with which they are familiar and if consulted can significantly contribute to their development. This report has identified a lack of knowledge amongst the majority of patients consulted about recent key NHS medical and service developments. At a group level this impairs the contributions that patients may make to forming service profiles. At an individual level, lack of prior knowledge places patients in a vulnerable position when admitted to hospital and asked to make informed decisions about their care. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2186133 Fri, 13 Feb 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2186133 Toddler feeding: Expectations and experiences of low-income African American mothers http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2186132&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F68%2F1%2F14%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions and implications Data provided examples of maternal expectations and experiences, suggesting the development of healthy feeding patterns among some toddlers and provided evidence of less healthy feeding patterns in others. Evidence of less healthy feeding patterns included limiting toddler autonomy and food regulation, and misinterpretation of normative toddler behaviours. Because parenting practices and perceptions have been reported to contribute to social and environmental influences of obesity, this research could aid development of culturally sensitive nutrition education interventions. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2186132 Fri, 13 Feb 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2186132 What are New Zealand children eating at school? A content analysis of `consumed versus unconsumed' food groups in a lunch-box survey http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2186131&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F68%2F1%2F3%3Frss%3D1 In this study, the measured high proportions of unconsumed healthy foods (mainly fruit and vegetables), in comparison to unhealthy foods, being thrown away by school-children were of concern. The results indicate that schools and parents should pursue initiatives that support healthy diets for children as best practice. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2186131 Fri, 13 Feb 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2186131 Impact of an extra-curricular school sport programme on determinants of objectively measured physical activity among adolescents http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1994953&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F67%2F4%2F305%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion Short-term changes in physical activity identified in the LEAF intervention were not mediated by changes in hypothesized determinants. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1994953 Thu, 27 Nov 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1994953 Literacy and health literacy as defined in cancer education research: A systematic review http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1994952&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F67%2F4%2F285%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion This systematic review indicates that definitions of literacy and health literacy are not being used consistently in the cancer education literature. Best practice definitions of literacy and health literacy are important, especially when screening individuals for their understanding of cancer prevention and treatment information. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1994952 Thu, 27 Nov 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1994952 Sexual health services for young people in a rural area of Northern Ireland: A study of the key issues for those who provide them http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1994951&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F67%2F4%2F276%3Frss%3D1 Objective To identify the key issues for service providers in delivering high quality sexual health services, responsive to the needs of young people, in a rural area of Northern Ireland.Design A triangulation survey approach using questionnaires, in-depth interviews and focus groups was undertaken with a range of organizations and professionals currently providing sexual health services within the area.Setting The southern area of Northern Ireland, which is rural in nature and has a higher percentage of young people under 20 years old compared to the rest of the region and a rising rate of sexually transmitted infections. Method 48 organizations known or perceived to provide sexual health services to young people in the area were surveyed. In-depth interviews were held with 22 key informa... Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1994951 Thu, 27 Nov 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1994951 The effects of health status on the utilization of complementary and alternative medicine http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1994950&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F67%2F4%2F258%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions Estimates of CAM use in this sample are relatively low but consistent with large national surveys that over-sampled minorities. The article highlights the need to include quality of care when defining satisfaction with conventional health care and reinforces findings that cost of conventional care increases the use of CAM. Implications for the integration of CAM into the health care system are discussed. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1994950 Thu, 27 Nov 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1994950 `It usually happens in older women': Young women's perceptions about breast cancer http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1994949&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F67%2F4%2F243%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions All women need to be educated about breast cancer and to learn early intervention techniques such as breast self examination at an early age. Lack of knowledge about breast cancer and breast cancer risk may lead to inaccurate perceptions of the disease and a lack of utilization of early detection techniques. Low levels of knowledge and a lack of perceived risk coupled with the inundation of breast cancer information that focuses on older women reinforces the belief that young women are not at risk and do not need to be aware of breast cancer. Furthermore, these data strongly support the need for breast health and breast cancer education in young women. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1994949 Thu, 27 Nov 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1994949 Erratum http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1719459&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Freprint%2F67%2F3%2F240%3Frss%3D1 (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1719459 Wed, 20 Aug 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1719459 English general dental practitioners' views on the new contract: The problems of collecting information in a time of change http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1719458&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F67%2F3%2F231%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion More care should have been taken when piloting the questionnaire as the researchers under estimated the difficulties of collecting information in a time of change. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1719458 Wed, 20 Aug 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1719458 Chronic disease risk reduction with a community-based lifestyle change programme http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1719457&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F67%2F3%2F219%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion The CHIP is an intensive lifestyle change programme that lowers cardiovascular risks through 18 months. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1719457 Wed, 20 Aug 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1719457 Cardiovascular risk reduction for African-American men through health empowerment and anger management http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1719456&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F67%2F3%2F208%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion Intervention programmes aimed to integrate anger management and lifestyle change approaches with cardiovascular disease education, prevention, treatment and rehabilitation programmes would be beneficial for patients who want to avail themselves of these interventions (e.g. AMEN). (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1719456 Wed, 20 Aug 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1719456 Physical education in primary schools: Classroom teachers' perceptions of benefits and outcomes http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1719455&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F67%2F3%2F196%3Frss%3D1 Conclusion Teachers believed PE was beneficial as a vehicle for physical activity and positively impacted on learning and behaviour in the classroom. However, the reasons provided for including PE in their daily programmes were reflected in the delivery of programmes of little educational value. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1719455 Wed, 20 Aug 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1719455 A review of parental involvement in sex education: The role for effective communication in British families http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1719454&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F67%2F3%2F182%3Frss%3D1 A review of recent literature (2000—2006) has been undertaken to investigate the role of sex education within the family context, in order to engage with the problems of sexual health in British society. The findings which emerged were categorized under the following five themes: (1) Parental roles regarding sex education; (2) The importance of effective communication in the family; (3) Parent—child interaction: differences in gender and communication style; (4) Content of sex education; and (5) Parents as primary sexual educators. The findings highlighted the importance of communication, and showed a tendency of children and adolescents wanting to learn about sexual matters from their parents. Studies on communication of sexual issues emphasized the role of gender, psychologic... Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1719454 Wed, 20 Aug 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1719454 `If Michael Owen drinks it, why can't I?' -- 9 and 10 year olds' perceptions of physical activity and healthy eating http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1719453&cid=s_31278_51_f&fid=31278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhej.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F67%2F3%2F167%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions Children receive contradictory messages about food and diet, which they make sense of through their social interactions. The development of obesity prevention strategies and weight management programmes must take into account children's perspectives. Children should be given the opportunity to contribute to the development of initiatives that are set up to prevent and treat obesity. (Source: Health Education Journal) Health Education Journal journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1719453 Wed, 20 Aug 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1719453