International Journal of Public Health via MedWorm.com MedWorm.com provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest items from the 'International Journal of Public Health' source. Thu, 09 Feb 2012 07:35:56 +0100 Acknowledgement http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5663107&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Ft7105874322m685p%2F Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Acknowledgement to ReviewersPages 1-3DOI 10.1007/s00038-012-0339-z Journal International Journal of Public HealthOnline ISSN 1661-8564Print ISSN 1661-8556 (Source: International Journal of Public Health) International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5663107 Thu, 02 Feb 2012 18:12:06 +0100 5663107 Does parental involvement make a difference in school-based nutrition and physical activity interventions? A systematic review of randomized controlled trials http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5663108&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fag7r34233677336u%2F Conclusions  There is a need for more studies comparing school-based interventions with and without a parental component, and dose, strategies and content of parental components of school-based interventions should be better reported in articles. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory ReviewPages 1-6DOI 10.1007/s00038-012-0335-3Authors Wendy Van Lippevelde, Department of Public Health, Ghent University, Ghent, BelgiumMaïté Verloigne, Department of Movement and Sport Sciences, Ghent University, Ghent, BelgiumIlse De Bourdeaudhuij, Department of Movement and Sport Sciences, Ghent University, Ghent, BelgiumJohannes Brug, Department of Epidemiology and the EMGO Institute for Health and Care Research, VU University Medical Center, Amsterdam, The NetherlandsMona Bjelland, D... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5663108 Thu, 02 Feb 2012 18:12:05 +0100 5663108 Socio-economic disparities in mortality due to pandemic influenza in England http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5663109&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fu311ml180572776r%2F Conclusion  Tackling socio-economic health inequalities is a central concept within public health, but has not always been a part of emergency preparedness plans. These data demonstrate the opportunity to reduce the overall impact and narrow inequalities by considering socio-economic disparities in future pandemic planning. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-6DOI 10.1007/s00038-012-0337-1Authors Paul D. Rutter, Imperial College, London, UKOliver T. Mytton, University of Oxford, Oxford, UKMatthew Mak, King’s College Hospital, London, UKLiam J. Donaldson, Imperial College, London, UK Journal International Journal of Public HealthOnline ISSN 1661-8564Print ISSN 1661-8556 (Source: International Journal of Public Health) International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5663109 Wed, 01 Feb 2012 17:12:22 +0100 5663109 Editorial http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5642045&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fj462155248357071%2F Content Type Journal ArticleCategory EditorialPages 1-1DOI 10.1007/s00038-012-0332-6 Journal International Journal of Public HealthOnline ISSN 1661-8564Print ISSN 1661-8556 (Source: International Journal of Public Health) International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5642045 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 06:47:44 +0100 5642045 Continuity and change at an international Journal http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5642046&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fr567x418v75187h5%2F Content Type Journal ArticleCategory EditorialPages 1-1DOI 10.1007/s00038-012-0333-5 Journal International Journal of Public HealthOnline ISSN 1661-8564Print ISSN 1661-8556 (Source: International Journal of Public Health) International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5642046 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 06:47:39 +0100 5642046 Geospatial analyses to prioritize public health interventions: a case study of pedestrian and pedal cycle injuries in New South Wales, Australia http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5642047&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fg984821174353876%2F Conclusions  LGAs at high risk for pedestrian injury tended to be urbanized metropolitan areas with a high population density, while high risk LGAs for pedal cycle injury tended to be either in urban regional areas, or on the margin of urbanized metropolitan areas. Geospatial analyses can assist policymakers and practitioners to identify high risk communities for which public health interventions can be prioritized. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-9DOI 10.1007/s00038-012-0331-7Authors Roslyn G. Poulos, School of Public Health and Community Medicine, The University of New South Wales, Sydney, NSW 2052 AustraliaShanley S. S. Chong, The NSW Injury Risk Management Research Centre, The University of New South Wales, Sydney, UNSW AustraliaJake... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5642047 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 06:47:38 +0100 5642047 Intersectoral action for health: more research is needed! http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5590236&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fg2u55411658w4257%2F Content Type Journal ArticleCategory EditorialPages 1-2DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0330-0Authors Louise Potvin, Médecine sociale et préventive, Université de Montréal, C. P. 6128, Succ. Centre-ville, Montréal, QC H3C 3J7, Canada Journal International Journal of Public HealthOnline ISSN 1661-8564Print ISSN 1661-8556 (Source: International Journal of Public Health) International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5590236 Tue, 10 Jan 2012 17:01:24 +0100 5590236 Bullying as a mediator of relationships between adiposity status and weapon carrying http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5590235&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fq8201821p4781rk5%2F Conclusions  Overweight and obese male students appear to be more likely to carry weapons for defensive and offensive purposes, a behavior mediated partially by bullying involvement. However, other factors may play a role as mediators in these etiological relationships. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-8DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0329-6Authors Atif Kukaswadia, Department of Community Health and Epidemiology, Queen’s University, Kingston, ON, CanadaWendy Craig, Department of Psychology, Queen’s University, Kingston, ON, CanadaIan Janssen, Department of Community Health and Epidemiology, Queen’s University, Kingston, ON, CanadaWilliam Pickett, Department of Community Health and Epidemiology, Queen’s University, Kingston, ON, Canada ... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5590235 Tue, 10 Jan 2012 17:01:24 +0100 5590235 Determinants of effective health promotion actions in local contexts: a study of the perceptions of municipal politicians http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5541383&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F1r14293381218q54%2F Conclusions  Paying attention to the possible impeding effects of structures, as well as enhancing institutional capacity, could open ways for a stronger focus on health promotion, including community participation, in local councils. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-9DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0328-7Authors Nina Simonsen-Rehn, Department of Public Health, Hjelt Institute, University of Helsinki, P.O. Box 41, 00014 University of Helsinki, FinlandRitva Laamanen, Department of Public Health, Hjelt Institute, University of Helsinki, P.O. Box 41, 00014 University of Helsinki, FinlandMats Brommels, Department of Public Health, Hjelt Institute, University of Helsinki, P.O. Box 41, 00014 University of Helsinki, FinlandSakari Suominen, Folkhälsan Rese... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5541383 Wed, 21 Dec 2011 20:07:28 +0100 5541383 Mass media information and adherence to Mediterranean diet: results from the Moli-sani study http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5541384&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fup3834u887274w9l%2F Conclusions  Exposure to mass media information is significantly associated with greater adherence to both Mediterranean diet and Mediterranean-like eating pattern, an association that public health strategies should take into account. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-9DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0327-8Authors Marialaura Bonaccio, Science Communication Unit, Fondazione di Ricerca e Cura “Giovanni Paolo II”, 86100 Campobasso, ItalyAugusto Di Castelnuovo, Laboratory of Genetic and Environmental Epidemiology, Research Laboratories, Fondazione di Ricerca e Cura “Giovanni Paolo II”, Largo Gemelli, 1, 86100 Campobasso, ItalySimona Costanzo, Laboratory of Genetic and Environmental Epidemiology, Research Laboratories, Fondazione di Ricerca e Cur... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5541384 Tue, 20 Dec 2011 16:44:48 +0100 5541384 Similarity of parents and physicians in the decision to vaccinate children against measles, mumps and rubella http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5519158&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fd5vr1m774578857p%2F Conclusions  Efforts to improve the number of parental decisions for vaccination should focus on the educational level of the parents as well as homophily of parents and physicians. Notably, homogeneity of parents and providers concerning age changes decisions in favor of vaccinating. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-8DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0326-9Authors P. Kriwy, Economic Sociology, University of Erlangen-Nuremberg, Findelgasse 7-9, 90402 Nuremberg, Germany Journal International Journal of Public HealthOnline ISSN 1661-8564Print ISSN 1661-8556 (Source: International Journal of Public Health) International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5519158 Thu, 15 Dec 2011 16:47:56 +0100 5519158 Evidence-based policy revisited: orientation towards the policy process and a public health policy science http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5499583&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fdlh0464411175330%2F Content Type Journal ArticleCategory CommentaryPages 1-3DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0321-1Authors Alfred Rütten, Institute of Sport Science and Sport, Friedrich-Alexander University Erlangen-Nuremberg, Gebberstr. 123b, 91058 Erlangen, Germany Journal International Journal of Public HealthOnline ISSN 1661-8564Print ISSN 1661-8556 (Source: International Journal of Public Health) International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5499583 Thu, 08 Dec 2011 18:11:30 +0100 5499583 The public health scientist as informal logician http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5481357&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F1q0343qk31831174%2F Content Type Journal ArticleCategory CommentaryPages 1-2DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0325-xAuthors Louise Cummings, School of Arts and Humanities, Nottingham Trent University, Clifton Campus, Clifton Lane, Nottingham, NG11 8NS UK Journal International Journal of Public HealthOnline ISSN 1661-8564Print ISSN 1661-8556 (Source: International Journal of Public Health) International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5481357 Mon, 05 Dec 2011 17:36:19 +0100 5481357 Use of evidence in local public health work in Denmark http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5452801&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fv08880417111p55n%2F Conclusion  There is a need for development and dissemination of methods for working with evidence-based public health in Danish municipalities. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-7DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0324-yAuthors Maja Larsen, Unit for Health Promotion Research, Institute of Public Health, University of Southern Denmark, Niels Bohrs Vej 9, 6700 Esbjerg, DenmarkGabriel Gulis, Unit for Health Promotion Research, Institute of Public Health, University of Southern Denmark, Niels Bohrs Vej 9, 6700 Esbjerg, DenmarkKjeld Møller Pedersen, Unit of Health Economics, Institute of Public Health, University of Southern Denmark, J.B. Winsløws Vej 9B, 5000 Odense, Denmark Journal International Journal of Public HealthOnline ISSN 1661-8564Print ISS... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5452801 Thu, 24 Nov 2011 17:45:20 +0100 5452801 Interviewer BMI effects on under- and over-reporting of restrained eating: evidence from a national Dutch face-to-face survey and a postal follow-up http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5452802&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fc11t2465g61m1260%2F Conclusion  In face-to-face interviews self-reported dietary restraint is distorted by interviewer BMI. This result has implications for public health surveys, the more so given the expanding obesity epidemic. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Brief ReportPages 1-5DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0323-zAuthors Rob Eisinga, Radboud University Nijmegen, P.O. Box 9104, 6500 HE Nijmegen, The NetherlandsManfred te Grotenhuis, Radboud University Nijmegen, P.O. Box 9104, 6500 HE Nijmegen, The NetherlandsJunilla K. Larsen, Radboud University Nijmegen, P.O. Box 9104, 6500 HE Nijmegen, The NetherlandsBen Pelzer, Radboud University Nijmegen, P.O. Box 9104, 6500 HE Nijmegen, The Netherlands Journal International Journal of Public HealthOnline ISSN 1661-8564Print ISSN 1661-8556 (S... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5452802 Thu, 24 Nov 2011 17:45:19 +0100 5452802 Obesity epidemics: inevitable outcome of globalization or preventable public health challenge? http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5414875&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fl252611271328315%2F Content Type Journal ArticleCategory EditorialPages 1-2DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0322-0Authors Kim D. Raine, Centre for Health Promotion Studies, School of Public Health, University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB, Canada Journal International Journal of Public HealthOnline ISSN 1661-8564Print ISSN 1661-8556 (Source: International Journal of Public Health) International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5414875 Thu, 10 Nov 2011 16:47:15 +0100 5414875 Gender, educational and age differences in meanings that underlie global self-rated health http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5414876&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F5375540n54j5h266%2F Conclusions  Investigators using the single question on self-rated health for comparing health across different population groups should be aware that the meaning of the question varies across different socio-demographic groups. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-11DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0320-2Authors Wim Peersman, Department of General Practice and Primary Health Care, Ghent University, Campus Heymans, 1K3, De Pintelaan 185, 9000 Ghent, BelgiumDirk Cambier, Department of Rehabilitation Sciences and Physiotherapy Ghent, Artevelde University College, Ghent University, Campus Heymans, 1B3, De Pintelaan 185, 9000 Ghent, BelgiumJan De Maeseneer, Department of General Practice and Primary Health Care, Ghent University, Campus Heymans, 1K3, De Pint... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5414876 Thu, 10 Nov 2011 06:45:55 +0100 5414876 Health, migration and border management: analysis and capacity-building at Europe’s borders http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5394074&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F360885k0w517308q%2F Conclusions  The EU is working towards a common immigration policy and integrated border management; however, a harmonized approach to migration and health is still lacking. Further research and piloting of the developed materials is needed to fully establish an adaptable, common toolkit. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-7DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0319-8Authors Jennifer Hollings, International Organization for Migration (IOM), Regional Office for the EEA, the EU and NATO, Brussels, BelgiumMariya Samuilova, Migration Health Division, International Organization for Migration (IOM), Regional Office for the EEA, the EU and NATO, Brussels, BelgiumRoumyana Petrova-Benedict, Migration Health Division, International Organization for Migration (IOM), ... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5394074 Sat, 05 Nov 2011 17:11:56 +0100 5394074 The associations of parental under-education and unemployment on the risk of preterm birth: 2003 Korean National Birth Registration database http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5394075&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fh063830856492465%2F Conclusions  We found that combined parental low educational level and combined parental unemployment increased the likelihood of preterm birth. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-8DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0318-9Authors Seung Han Shin, Department of Pediatrics, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul National University College of Medicine, 28 Yeongeon-Dong, Jongno-Gu, Seoul, 110-774 Republic of KoreaHyung-tak Lim, Department of Ophthalmology, Yonsei University College of Medicine, 50 Yonsei-ro, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul, 120-752 Republic of KoreaHyun-young Park, Division of Cardiovascular and Rare Diseases, Center for Biomedical Sciences, National Institutes of Health, 187 Osongsaengmyeong2(i)-ro, Gangoe-myeon, Cheongwon-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do, 36... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5394075 Fri, 04 Nov 2011 05:43:47 +0100 5394075 Measuring population mental health and social well-being http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5394076&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fj838868131013046%2F Conclusions  Social well-being and health behaviours correlate with both positive and negative mental health. These findings highlight the need to endorse comprehensive approaches to population mental health promotion. The inclusion of both positive and negative mental health indicators in future population health surveys is supported by the findings. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-10DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0317-xAuthors Eric Van Lente, Health Promotion Research Centre, National University of Ireland, 16 Distillery Road, Galway, IrelandMargaret M. Barry, Health Promotion Research Centre, National University of Ireland, 16 Distillery Road, Galway, IrelandMichal Molcho, Health Promotion Research Centre, National University of Ireland, 16 Di... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5394076 Wed, 02 Nov 2011 16:59:33 +0100 5394076 Prostate-specific antigen testing in Tyrol, Austria: prostate cancer mortality reduction was supported by an update with mortality data up to 2008 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5394077&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fb02k17865g1w22t7%2F Content Type Journal ArticleCategory CommentaryPages 1-3DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0316-yAuthors Fritz H. Schröder, The Erasmus Medical Center, P.O. Box 2040, Rotterdam, 3000 CA The NetherlandsMarco Zappa, Unit of Clinical and Descriptive Epidemiology, Institute for Study and Prevention of Cancer (ISPO), Via delle Oblate 2, Pontenuovo, 50143 Florence, Italy Journal International Journal of Public HealthOnline ISSN 1661-8564Print ISSN 1661-8556 (Source: International Journal of Public Health) International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5394077 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 16:51:18 +0100 5394077 Classification and regression trees http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5353259&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fb2j768505pk66677%2F Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Hints & KinksPages 1-4DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0315-zAuthors N. Speybroeck, Institute of Health and Society, Université Catholique de Louvain, Brussels, Belgium Journal International Journal of Public HealthOnline ISSN 1661-8564Print ISSN 1661-8556 (Source: International Journal of Public Health) International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5353259 Fri, 21 Oct 2011 05:48:06 +0100 5353259 Late pregnancy abortions: an analysis of Québec stillbirth data, 1981–2006 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5353261&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Frj2wqm305hxp5672%2F Conclusions  Late abortions in Québec are not common but do occur. Research is needed to determine whether the increase in rates over time reflects better reporting or a true increase. Improved surveillance of late abortions may be warranted. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Brief ReportPages 1-4DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0313-1Authors Nathalie Auger, Institut National de Santé Publique du Québec, 190, boulevard Crémazie Est, Montreal, QC H2P 1E2, CanadaGeoffroy Denis, Department of Social and Preventive Medicine, University of Montréal, PO Box 6128, succursale Centre-ville, Montreal, QC H3C 3J7, Canada Journal International Journal of Public HealthOnline ISSN 1661-8564Print ISSN 1661-8556 (Source: International Journal of Public Health) International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5353261 Fri, 21 Oct 2011 05:48:05 +0100 5353261 Migration and depressive symptoms in migrant-sending areas: findings from the survey of internal migration and health in China http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5353260&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F277v50472j7421m9%2F Conclusions  Labor out-migration has important consequences for the mental health in migrant-sending communities. There is an urgent need to address the psychological costs of migration and to promote regular remittances. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-8DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0314-0Authors Yao Lu, Columbia University, New York, USAPeifeng Hu, UCLA, Los Angeles, USADonald J. Treiman, UCLA, Los Angeles, USA Journal International Journal of Public HealthOnline ISSN 1661-8564Print ISSN 1661-8556 (Source: International Journal of Public Health) International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5353260 Fri, 21 Oct 2011 05:48:05 +0100 5353260 Effects of individual and social factors on preterm birth and low birth weight: empirical evidence from regional data in Italy http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5341718&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fdu972n1x42u7w3l7%2F Conclusions  Effects of mother’s characteristics on weight at birth and weeks of gestation are confirmed. The deprivation index does not affect these outcomes, showing the proper implementation of the Health System. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-8DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0311-3Authors Manuela Chiavarini, Department of Medical and Surgery Specialities and Public Health, University of Perugia, Perugia, ItalyFrancesco Bartolucci, Department of Economics, Finance and Statistics, University of Perugia, Via A. Pascoli, 20, 06124 Perugia, ItalyAlessio Gili, Department of Economics, Finance and Statistics, University of Perugia, Via A. Pascoli, 20, 06124 Perugia, ItalyLuca Pieroni, Department of Economics, Finance and Statistics, University of P... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5341718 Wed, 19 Oct 2011 05:55:49 +0100 5341718 Looking back for the future http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5319708&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F37322842250252k0%2F Content Type Journal ArticleCategory CommentaryPages 1-2DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0308-yAuthors Roderick J. Lawrence, Human Ecology Group, Institute for Environmental Sciences, Faculty of Economic and Social Sciences, University of Geneva, 7 route de Drize, 1227 Carouge, Switzerland Journal International Journal of Public HealthOnline ISSN 1661-8564Print ISSN 1661-8556 (Source: International Journal of Public Health) International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5319708 Tue, 11 Oct 2011 15:42:01 +0100 5319708 Determinants and stability over time of perception of health risks related to mobile phone base stations http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5309072&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F6k1p321535j641h5%2F Conclusion  Risk perception of MPBS is strongly associated with general concern, anxiety, depression, and stress, and rather instable over time. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-9DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0310-4Authors Bernd Kowall, Department of Epidemiology and International Public Health, Faculty of Public Health, University of Bielefeld, Bielefeld, GermanyJürgen Breckenkamp, Department of Epidemiology and International Public Health, Faculty of Public Health, University of Bielefeld, Bielefeld, GermanyMaria Blettner, Institute of Medical Biostatistics, Epidemiology, and Informatics, Johannes Gutenberg University, Mainz, GermanyBrigitte Schlehofer, Unit of Environmental Epidemiology, German Cancer Research Center, Heidelberg, GermanyJoachi... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5309072 Mon, 10 Oct 2011 15:05:04 +0100 5309072 Housing for health promotion http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5309074&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F551322h38g1x7162%2F Content Type Journal ArticleCategory EditorialPages 1-2DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0307-zAuthors Roderick J. Lawrence, Institute of Environmental Sciences, Human Ecology Group, University of Geneva, Battelle, Building D, 7 route de Drize, 1227 Geneva, Carouge, Switzerland Journal International Journal of Public HealthOnline ISSN 1661-8564Print ISSN 1661-8556 (Source: International Journal of Public Health) International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5309074 Mon, 10 Oct 2011 15:05:03 +0100 5309074 Balcova heart study: rationale and methodology of the Turkish cohort http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5309073&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fd5671823p47l3137%2F Conclusions  The project is unique for being the first community-based cohort on CVD risk factors in a Turkish setting. This project will have a valuable contribution on not only determining CVD risks, but also incorporating interventions for prevention. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-8DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0309-xAuthors Gül Ergör, Department of Public Health, Dokuz Eylul University Medical School, Inciralti, Izmir, TurkeyAhmet Soysal, Department of Public Health, Dokuz Eylul University Medical School, Inciralti, Izmir, TurkeyKaan Sözmen, Department of Public Health, Dokuz Eylul University Medical School, Inciralti, Izmir, TurkeyBelgin Ünal, Department of Public Health, Dokuz Eylul University Medical School, Inciralti, Izmir, TurkeyR... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5309073 Mon, 10 Oct 2011 15:05:03 +0100 5309073 Research on Roma health and access to healthcare: state of the art and future challenges http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5300619&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fw16x402197655177%2F Content Type Journal ArticleCategory EditorialPages 1-3DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0312-2Authors Maria Eva Földes, Faculty of Law, Department of European and International Law and Tilburg Law and Economics Centre (TILEC), Tilburg University, PO Box 90153, 5000 LE, Tilburg, The NetherlandsAlina Covaci, Roma Health Project, Open Society Foundations, 1051 Budapest, Hungary Journal International Journal of Public HealthOnline ISSN 1661-8564Print ISSN 1661-8556 (Source: International Journal of Public Health) International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5300619 Wed, 05 Oct 2011 05:47:40 +0100 5300619 Preventive youth health care in 11 European countries: an exploratory analysis http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5279701&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Feq66561363kj706p%2F Conclusion  The results should be interpreted as a preliminary step in mapping organizational features of YHC in Europe. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Brief ReportPages 1-5DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0305-1Authors Rosemarie C. N. Wieske, Health Sciences, University of Twente, Enschede, The NetherlandsMarianne G. Nijnuis, Youth Department, Municipal Health Services, Zeist, The NetherlandsBettie C. Carmiggelt, Dutch Child Health Knowledge Center, Utrecht, The NetherlandsMargreet M. Wagenaar-Fischer, TNO, Leiden, The NetherlandsMagda M. Boere-Boonekamp, Health, Technology and Services Research, University of Twente, P.O.Box 215, 7500 AE, Enschede, The Netherlands Journal International Journal of Public HealthOnline ISSN 1661-8564Print ISSN 1661-8556 (Source: Intern... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5279701 Thu, 29 Sep 2011 06:18:31 +0100 5279701 Factors associated with physical activity among Canadian high school students http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5279702&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F63v13861l871442m%2F Conclusions  Results highlight the importance of targeting multiple levels of influence to increase PA among youth. Programs should focus on older students, females and those who are inactive or moderately active. In addition, social modeling of PA and increasing self-efficacy around activity should be encouraged. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-10DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0306-0Authors Carly Leggett, Epidemiology and Cancer Registry, CancerCare Manitoba, RM OG008, 409 Tache Avenue, Winnipeg, MB R2H 2A6, CanadaMelinda Irwin, Yale School of Public Health, New Haven, CT, USAJane Griffith, Department of Community Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, CancerCare Manitoba, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, MB, CanadaLin Xue, CancerCare Manitoba, ... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5279702 Wed, 28 Sep 2011 05:48:15 +0100 5279702 Prevalence, awareness, treatment, control and risk factors for hypertension in a rural population in South India http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5255685&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fg50138053q1w225v%2F Conclusion  Hypertension is an emerging challenge in rural India. We need health promotion programs and reorientation of primary health care to improve hypertension detection and management. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-8DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0303-3Authors Prabhdeep Kaur, National Institute of Epidemiology (Indian Council of Medical Research), # R-127, 3rd Avenue, Tamil Nadu Housing Board, Ayapakkam, Chennai, IndiaSudha Ramachandra Rao, National Institute of Epidemiology (Indian Council of Medical Research), # R-127, 3rd Avenue, Tamil Nadu Housing Board, Ayapakkam, Chennai, IndiaEzhil Radhakrishnan, National Institute of Epidemiology (Indian Council of Medical Research), # R-127, 3rd Avenue, Tamil Nadu Housing Board, Ayapakkam, Chennai... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5255685 Fri, 23 Sep 2011 05:53:52 +0100 5255685 From theory to practice: a Canadian case study of the utility of climate change adaptation frameworks to address health impacts http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5244338&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fh72749jk43266723%2F Conclusions  Risk management activities such as population health assessments, surveillance and public education and outreach can address many key risks related to climate hazards when information about the risks, vulnerable populations and time scales is made available to health officials. The development, analysis and transfer of this information should be considered a priority at all levels within the public health sector. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-8DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0292-2Authors Kaila-Lea Clarke, Department of Geography, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, CanadaPeter Berry, Water, Air and Climate Change Bureau, Health Canada, Ottawa, Canada Journal International Journal of Public HealthOnline ISSN 1661-8564Print ISSN 16... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5244338 Mon, 19 Sep 2011 13:43:11 +0100 5244338 A scoping review of intersectoral action for health equity involving governments http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5244340&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fg124781173726830%2F Conclusion  With this examination of cases across multiple countries and contexts, we can begin to clarify how intersectoral approaches to health equity have been used; however, the description of these complex, multi-actor processes in the published documents was generally superficial and sometimes entirely absent and improvements in such documentation in future publications is warranted. Richer sources of information such as interviews may facilitate a more comprehensive understanding from the perspective of multiple sectors involved. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory ReviewPages 1-9DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0302-4Authors Ketan Shankardass, The Centre for Research on Inner City Health, The Li Ka Shing Knowledge Institute of St. Michael’s Hospital, Toronto, Cana... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5244340 Mon, 19 Sep 2011 13:43:10 +0100 5244340 Adverse effects of effort–reward imbalance on work ability: longitudinal findings from the German Sociomedical Panel of Employees http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5244339&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fq66448334506x581%2F Conclusions  Work stress by ERI has an impact on work ability independent of and above that of other known explanatory variables. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-9DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0304-2Authors Matthias Bethge, Centre for Applied Rehabilitation Research, Hannover Medical School, Hannover, GermanyFriedrich Michael Radoschewski, Department of Health Care Research and Quality Management in Rehabilitation, Charité-Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Berlin, Germany Journal International Journal of Public HealthOnline ISSN 1661-8564Print ISSN 1661-8556 (Source: International Journal of Public Health) International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5244339 Mon, 19 Sep 2011 13:43:10 +0100 5244339 Prevalence and predictors of smoking and quitting during pregnancy in Serbia: results of a nationally representative survey http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5230734&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fk66621l568027512%2F Conclusion  Smoking during pregnancy in Serbia was two- to threefold higher than in the most affluent western countries. Target groups for action are women with lower education and socio-economic status, as well as health professionals and family members who smoke. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-9DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0301-5Authors Srmena Krstev, Serbian Institute of Occupational Health “Dr. Dragomir Karajovic”, Deligradska 29, 11000 Belgrade, SerbiaJelena Marinković, Institute of Medical Statistics and Informatics, School of Medicine, University of Belgrade, Belgrade, SerbiaSnežana Simić, Institute of Social Medicine, School of Medicine, University of Belgrade, Belgrade, SerbiaNikola Kocev, Institute of Medical Statistics and In... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5230734 Fri, 16 Sep 2011 05:45:58 +0100 5230734 The influence of social status on pre-school children’s eating habits, caries experience and caries prevention behavior http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5230735&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fm58006141404m192%2F Conclusions  Long-term use of baby bottles at night is the most important factor of ECC. Differences in feeding practices and preventive measures in the various SES groups are evident but not that significant as supposed. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-9DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0291-3Authors Klaus Pieper, Department of Pediatric and Community Dentistry, Philipps-University Marburg, Georg-Voigt. Str. 3, 35033 Marburg, GermanySimone Dressler, Department of Pediatric and Community Dentistry, Philipps-University Marburg, Georg-Voigt. Str. 3, 35033 Marburg, GermanyMonika Heinzel-Gutenbrunner, Department of Pediatric and Community Dentistry, Philipps-University Marburg, Georg-Voigt. Str. 3, 35033 Marburg, GermanyAnne Neuhäuser, Butzbach, Germany... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5230735 Mon, 12 Sep 2011 15:53:39 +0100 5230735 Does social support mediate or moderate socioeconomic differences in self-rated health among adolescents? http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5230738&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F48r5w64vq0435462%2F Conclusion  Father involvement seems to have the potential to mediate socioeconomic differences in health during adolescence. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-9DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0300-6Authors Ferdinand Salonna, Graduate School Kosice Institute for Society and Health, P.J. Safarik University, Kosice, SlovakiaAndrea Madarasova Geckova, Graduate School Kosice Institute for Society and Health, P.J. Safarik University, Kosice, SlovakiaIvan Zezula, Institute of Mathematics, P.J. Safarik University, Kosice, SlovakiaMaria Sleskova, Graduate School Kosice Institute for Society and Health, P.J. Safarik University, Kosice, SlovakiaJohan W. Groothoff, Department of Social Medicine, University Medical Center Groningen, University of Groningen, Groning... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5230738 Mon, 12 Sep 2011 15:53:38 +0100 5230738 Parallel-tracking bottom-up approaches within chronic disease prevention programmes http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5230737&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F483770n652q8k775%2F Content Type Journal ArticleCategory CommentaryPages 1-4DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0299-8Authors Glenn Laverack, 41 Algarth Road, Pocklington, UK Journal International Journal of Public HealthOnline ISSN 1661-8564Print ISSN 1661-8556 (Source: International Journal of Public Health) International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5230737 Mon, 12 Sep 2011 15:53:38 +0100 5230737 Socioeconomic position, resilience, and health behaviour among elderly people http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5230736&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fv32240mm03r116v4%2F Conclusions  Resilience could provide an important starting point for health promotion strategies, addressing resources rather than deficits and risk factors. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-9DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0294-0Authors Laura Perna, Helmholtz Zentrum München, German Research Center for Environmental Health, Institute of Health Economics and Health Care Management, P.O. Box 1129, 85758 Neuherberg, GermanyAndreas Mielck, Helmholtz Zentrum München, German Research Center for Environmental Health, Institute of Health Economics and Health Care Management, P.O. Box 1129, 85758 Neuherberg, GermanyMaria E. Lacruz, Helmholtz Zentrum München, Institute of Epidemiology (Epi-II), Neuherberg, GermanyRebecca T. Emeny, Helmholtz Zentrum Münc... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5230736 Mon, 12 Sep 2011 15:53:38 +0100 5230736 Exploring the quality of life (QOL) in the Indian software industry: a public health viewpoint http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5216168&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fj5ql656555q158l7%2F Conclusions  Our study helps in obtaining a clear understanding of the multifaceted risk factors prevailing in this sector, the majority of which can be effectively addressed by specific health promotional interventions. A dedicated health policy is mandated at both government and company levels. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-11DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0295-zAuthors Ayan Jha, Division of Epidemiology and Communicable Diseases, Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) Headquarters, New Delhi, IndiaSanjoy Kumar Sadhukhan, Department of Public Health Administration, All India Institute of Hygiene and Public Health, Kolkata, IndiaSaravanan Velusamy, Department of Biostatistics, Christian Medical College, Vellore, IndiaGargi Banerjee, Jalpaig... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5216168 Thu, 08 Sep 2011 05:52:37 +0100 5216168 The prevalence and management of cardiovascular risk factors in immigrant groups in Switzerland http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5216167&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F37w57n475r227221%2F Conclusions  Most CVRFs are unevenly distributed among immigrant groups in Switzerland, but these differences are due to disparities in age, leisure-time physical activity, being overweight/obesity and education. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-15DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0297-xAuthors Pedro Marques-Vidal, Institute of Social and Preventive Medicine (IUMSP), University Hospital and University of Lausanne, Route de la Corniche 2, 1066 Epalinges, SwitzerlandPeter Vollenweider, Department of Medicine, University Hospital (CHUV), Bugnon 21, 1011 Lausanne, SwitzerlandGérard Waeber, Department of Medicine, University Hospital (CHUV), Bugnon 21, 1011 Lausanne, SwitzerlandFred Paccaud, Institute of Social and Preventive Medicine (IUMSP), University ... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5216167 Thu, 08 Sep 2011 05:52:37 +0100 5216167 Lack of research-based standards for accessible housing: problematization and exemplification of consequences http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5216169&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fr652qk371u0447gg%2F Conclusion  Research-based standard definitions for housing design are necessary to ensure that they actually lead to enhanced accessibility, which is a prerequisite for the independence and health of persons with functional limitations. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-10DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0290-4Authors Tina Helle, Department of Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Lund University, Lund, SwedenAase Brandt, Department of Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Lund University, Lund, SwedenBjörn Slaug, Department of Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Lund University, Lund, SwedenSusanne Iwarsson, Department of Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Lund University, Lund, Sweden Journal International Journal of Public HealthOnlin... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5216169 Thu, 08 Sep 2011 05:52:36 +0100 5216169 Inequalities in therapeutic treatment during cardiac inpatient rehabilitation in Germany http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5201558&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fb2j6238054q47631%2F Conclusions  While the latter difference might be in line with the needs of different socio-economic groups, most differences are unlikely to be tailored to patients’ needs. Potential causes of inequalities in service provision like structural factors and aspects of the doctor–patient encounter should be further investigated. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-10DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0298-9Authors Thomas Altenhöner, Department of Health and Nursing, University of Applied Sciences of the Saarland, Saarbrücken, GermanyCarolin Baczkiewicz, Department of Health and Nursing, University of Applied Sciences of the Saarland, Saarbrücken, GermanyHeide Weishaar, Centre for Population Health Sciences, University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, UKMarcu... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5201558 Tue, 06 Sep 2011 05:48:31 +0100 5201558 Key challenges of housing and health from WHO perspective http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5201559&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F24524q1420360018%2F Content Type Journal ArticleCategory CommentaryPages 1-2DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0296-yAuthors Matthias Braubach, WHO Regional Office for Europe, European Centre for Environment and Health (Bonn Office), Hermann-Ehlers-Str. 10, 53113 Bonn, Germany Journal International Journal of Public HealthOnline ISSN 1661-8564Print ISSN 1661-8556 (Source: International Journal of Public Health) International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5201559 Tue, 06 Sep 2011 05:48:30 +0100 5201559 Improving the quality of research into the health of migrant and ethnic groups http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5173241&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F8611118251l61751%2F Content Type Journal ArticleCategory EditorialPages 1-2DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0293-1Authors Marleen Foets, Erasmus University of Rotterdam, Health Policy and Management, PO box 1738, 3000 DR, Rotterdam, The Netherlands Journal International Journal of Public HealthOnline ISSN 1661-8564Print ISSN 1661-8556 (Source: International Journal of Public Health) International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5173241 Fri, 26 Aug 2011 16:17:48 +0100 5173241 Erratum to: Association of life course socioeconomic disadvantage with future problem drinking and heavy drinking: gender differentials in the west of Scotland http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5167273&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F15912383625712m1%2F Content Type Journal ArticleCategory ErratumPages 1-1DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0285-1Authors G. David Batty, Department of Epidemiology and Public Health, UCL, 1-19 Torrington Place, London, WC1E 6BT UKAbita Bhaskar, Medical Research Council Social and Public Health Sciences Unit, Glasgow, UKCarol Emslie, Medical Research Council Social and Public Health Sciences Unit, Glasgow, UKMichaela Benzeval, Medical Research Council Social and Public Health Sciences Unit, Glasgow, UKGeoff Der, Medical Research Council Social and Public Health Sciences Unit, Glasgow, UKHeather Lewars, Medical Research Council Social and Public Health Sciences Unit, Glasgow, UKKate Hunt, Medical Research Council Social and Public Health Sciences Unit, Glasgow, UK Journal International Journal of Public HealthO... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5167273 Tue, 23 Aug 2011 05:56:20 +0100 5167273 The relationship between body mass index and socioeconomic and demographic indicators: evidence from Australia http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5152824&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F2033055482287463%2F Conclusions  Results show that there is a positive and concave relationship between age and higher BMI. Further, males tend to have higher BMI as compared to females. Higher BMI is also positively related to long-term health problems, reduced prosperity, being married and being born in Australia. Negative association with BMI is observed on those possessing a diploma and above. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-8DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0288-yAuthors Temesgen Kifle, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, AustraliaIsaac Hailemariam Desta, Catholic University of Eastern Africa, Nairobi, Kenya Journal International Journal of Public HealthOnline ISSN 1661-8564Print ISSN 1661-8556 (Source: International Journal of Public Health) International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5152824 Fri, 19 Aug 2011 16:01:46 +0100 5152824 Improving health and energy efficiency through community-based housing interventions http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5152823&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fa1x5196467204255%2F Conclusion  Improving the energy efficiency of older housing leads to health improvements and energy efficiency improvements. Multidisciplinary studies of housing interventions can create compelling evidence to support policies for sustainable housing developments which improve health. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-6DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0287-zAuthors Philippa Howden-Chapman, He Kainga Oranga/Housing and Health Research Programme, University of Otago, Wellington, New ZealandJulian Crane, He Kainga Oranga/Housing and Health Research Programme, University of Otago, Wellington, New ZealandRalph Chapman, School of Geography, Environment and Earth Sciences, Victoria University of Wellington, Wellington, New ZealandGeoff Fougere, He Kainga O... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5152823 Fri, 19 Aug 2011 16:01:46 +0100 5152823 The health and housing in transition study: a longitudinal study of the health of homeless and vulnerably housed adults in three Canadian cities http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5152825&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fh466562740806744%2F Conclusions  Our findings suggest that, regardless of housing status, participants had extremely poor overall health. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-15DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0283-3Authors Stephen W. Hwang, Centre for Research on Inner City Health, The Keenan Research Centre at the Li Ka Shing Knowledge Institute, St. Michael’s Hospital, 30 Bond Street, Toronto, ON M5B 1W8, CanadaTim Aubry, Centre for Research on Educational and Community Services, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, ON, CanadaAnita Palepu, Centre for Health Evaluation and Outcome Studies, Division of General Internal Medicine, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC, CanadaSusan Farrell, Royal Ottawa Health Care Group, Ottawa, ON, CanadaRosane Nisenbaum, Centre for Researc... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5152825 Fri, 19 Aug 2011 16:01:45 +0100 5152825 Self-reported health in urban–rural continuum: a grid-based analysis of Northern Finland Birth Cohort 1966 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5152826&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fm851q41015631773%2F Conclusion  Poor self-reported health is associated with individual’s residential area type, with the lowest occurrence in high-rise centres and higher elsewhere. The difference is likely explained, at least partly, by a complex of psychosocial factors, possibly different for women and men. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-9DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0286-0Authors Tiina Lankila, Department of Geography, University of Oulu, PO Box 3000, 90014 Oulu, FinlandSimo Näyhä, Institute of Health Sciences, University of Oulu, PO Box 5000, 90014 Oulu, FinlandArja Rautio, Centre for Arctic Medicine, Thule Institute, University of Oulu, PO Box 7300, 90014 Oulu, FinlandTanja Nordström, Institute of Health Sciences, University of Oulu, PO Box 5000, 90014... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5152826 Fri, 19 Aug 2011 06:39:16 +0100 5152826 Intersectoral action for health at a municipal level in Cuba http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5152828&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F675052841l778273%2F Conclusions  The study demonstrates the feasibility of examining processes of intersectoral action for health processes and suggests that further examination in evaluating factors such as training, particular practices, etc., can be a fruitful direction to pursue comparatively and with analytical designs. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-9DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0279-zAuthors Jerry Spiegel, School of Population and Public Health, Faculty of Medicine, University of British Columbia, 430-2206 East Mall, Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z3, CanadaMilagros Alegret, Centro Provincial de Higiene y Epidemiología, Santa Clara, CubaVeronic Clair, School of Population and Public Health, Faculty of Medicine, University of British Columbia, 430-2206 East Mall, Vanc... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5152828 Tue, 16 Aug 2011 06:18:28 +0100 5152828 A model program for hepatitis B vaccination and education of schoolchildren in rural China http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5152827&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fe537776518147j42%2F Conclusions  This program offers an effective and sustainable model for HBV catch-up vaccination and education that can be replicated throughout China, as well as in other underserved HBV-endemic regions, as a strategy to reduce chronic HBV infection, liver failure, and liver cancer. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-8DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0289-xAuthors Jonathan J. Chen, Asian Liver Center at Stanford University, 490 S. California Avenue, Suite 300, Palo Alto, CA 94306, USAEllen T. Chang, Asian Liver Center at Stanford University, 490 S. California Avenue, Suite 300, Palo Alto, CA 94306, USAYi-Ren Chen, Asian Liver Center at Stanford University, 490 S. California Avenue, Suite 300, Palo Alto, CA 94306, USAMeredith B. Bailey, Asian Liver Ce... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5152827 Tue, 16 Aug 2011 06:18:28 +0100 5152827 Material and meaningful homes: mental health impacts and psychosocial benefits of rehousing to new dwellings http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5136386&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fl618853742583rt1%2F Conclusions  Rehousing has substantial impacts on residential conditions and on psychosocial benefits, and lesser (possibly indirect) impacts upon mental health. Housing is a complex intervention applied to a heterogeneous group for a range of reasons. Hence its impacts result from different aspects of residential change for particular types of household. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-11DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0275-3Authors Ade Kearns, Urban Studies, School of Social and Political Sciences, University of Glasgow, 25 Bute Gardens, Glasgow, G12 8RS UKElise Whitley, Urban Studies, School of Social and Political Sciences, University of Glasgow, 25 Bute Gardens, Glasgow, G12 8RS UKPhil Mason, Urban Studies, School of Social and Political Sciences, University of Glasg... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5136386 Sat, 13 Aug 2011 06:05:18 +0100 5136386 Parental symptoms and children’s use of medicine for headache: data reported by parents from five Nordic countries http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5136387&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fu5l6u43r96r91675%2F Conclusions  Parents’ symptom experience seems to influence their children’s medicine use over and above medicine use indicated by symptoms. Two potential explanations are suggested: a socialization pathway and/or a pathway through adverse living conditions. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-7DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0284-2Authors Anette Andersen, National Institute of Public Health, University of Southern Denmark, Øster Farimagsgade 5A, 1353 Copenhagen, DenmarkBjørn E. Holstein, National Institute of Public Health, University of Southern Denmark, Øster Farimagsgade 5A, 1353 Copenhagen, DenmarkLeeni Berntsson, Institute of Health and Care Sciences, Gothenburg University, PO Box 100, SE 405 30 Gothenburg, SwedenEbba Holme Hansen, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Scienc... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5136387 Sat, 13 Aug 2011 06:05:17 +0100 5136387 Plateau in obesity and overweight in a cross sectional study of low, middle and high socioeconomic status schoolchildren between 2004 and 2009 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5129227&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fpw65413708w44567%2F Conclusions  Obesity and overweight remain high, but the increase of earlier years has abated. Children from low SES schools and in younger age groups remained most at risk of obesity. Preventive measures, physical activity and nutrition interventions are needed. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-5DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0280-6Authors Jennifer A. O’Dea, Department of Health Education & Nutrition Education, Faculty of Education & Social Work, University of Sydney, Building A35, Sydney, NSW 2006, AustraliaTrang D. H. Nguyen Hoang, International Public Health, Sydney School of Public Health, The University of Sydney, A27-Edward Ford Building, Sydney, AustraliaMichael J. Dibley, International Public Health, Sydney School of Public Health, The University of Sydney, A27-... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5129227 Fri, 12 Aug 2011 06:17:33 +0100 5129227 The importance of successful place integration for perceived health in very old age: a qualitative meta-synthesis http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5105459&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fv466253172nm5x8l%2F Conclusion  The results can be useful in constructing and implementing guidelines for more holistic approaches to housing provision for senior citizens. Further, the study delivers a deeper understanding about how very old people live their lives, useful for practitioners as well as it contributes to theory development within the context of ageing and environments. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-7DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0282-4Authors Maria Haak, Department of Health Sciences, Lund University, P.O. Box 157, S-221 00 Lund, SwedenAgneta Malmgren Fänge, Department of Health Sciences, Lund University, P.O. Box 157, S-221 00 Lund, SwedenSusanne Iwarsson, Department of Health Sciences, Lund University, P.O. Box 157, S-221 00 Lund, SwedenSynneve Dahlin-Ivanoff, Institut... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5105459 Fri, 05 Aug 2011 05:59:05 +0100 5105459 Modifiable cardiovascular risk factors among adults in Aleppo, Syria http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5105460&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fu2132477355128n7%2F Conclusions  Adults in Syria have some of the world’s highest prevalence of CVD risk factors. Unhealthy behaviors and social norms unfavorable to women may explain some of such risk profiles. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-10DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0278-0Authors Radwan Al Ali, Syrian Center for Tobacco Studies, Aleppo, SyriaSamer Rastam, Syrian Center for Tobacco Studies, Aleppo, SyriaFouad M. Fouad, Syrian Center for Tobacco Studies, Aleppo, SyriaFawaz Mzayek, Syrian Center for Tobacco Studies, Aleppo, SyriaWasim Maziak, Syrian Center for Tobacco Studies, Aleppo, Syria Journal International Journal of Public HealthOnline ISSN 1661-8564Print ISSN 1661-8556 (Source: International Journal of Public Health) International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5105460 Thu, 04 Aug 2011 15:40:20 +0100 5105460 Socioeconomic position, gender, and inequalities in self-rated health between Roma and non-Roma in Serbia http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5105461&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fkv032k9x04qj800p%2F Conclusion  Roma in Serbia are at increased risk of poor SRH; Romani women experience the greatest burden of poor SRH. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-7DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0277-1Authors Teresa Janevic, Jackson Institute for Global Affairs, Global Health Initiative, Yale University, Rosenkranz Hall Room 248, New Haven, CT 06520-8206, USAJanko Jankovic, Institute of Social Medicine, School of Medicine, University of Belgrade, Belgrade, SerbiaElizabeth Bradley, Yale School of Public Health, Global Health Initiative, New Haven, CT, USA Journal International Journal of Public HealthOnline ISSN 1661-8564Print ISSN 1661-8556 (Source: International Journal of Public Health) International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5105461 Thu, 04 Aug 2011 15:40:19 +0100 5105461 Longitudinal associations between family characteristics and measures of childhood obesity http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5105462&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fbx963526023534v1%2F Conclusions  Several family characteristics predicted child BMI and WHtR 2 years later. These results contribute new knowledge about parental influence on child weight and weight gain and should be taken into account when planning interventions on the matter. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-9DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0281-5Authors Reetta Lehto, Folkhälsan Research Center, Paasikivenkatu 4, 00250 Helsinki, FinlandCarola Ray, Folkhälsan Research Center, Paasikivenkatu 4, 00250 Helsinki, FinlandEva Roos, Folkhälsan Research Center, Paasikivenkatu 4, 00250 Helsinki, Finland Journal International Journal of Public HealthOnline ISSN 1661-8564Print ISSN 1661-8556 (Source: International Journal of Public Health) International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5105462 Thu, 04 Aug 2011 15:40:17 +0100 5105462 Perceptions of the food environment are associated with fast-food (not fruit-and-vegetable) consumption: findings from multi-level models http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5060621&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F3355374534w50842%2F Conclusions  Perceived difficulty finding or accessing produce and high-quality groceries may support the eating of more fast food. Neighborhoods where food-environment perceptions are worst might benefit from interventions to improve availability, accessibility, and quality of healthy foods, towards shifting consumption away from fast foods. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-10DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0276-2Authors Sean C. Lucan, Department of Family and Social Medicine, Albert Einstein College of Medicine/Montefiore Medical Center, Bronx, NY, USANandita Mitra, Department of Biostatistics, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, USA Journal International Journal of Public HealthOnline ISSN 1661-8564Print ISSN 1661-8556 (Source: International Journal of ... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5060621 Wed, 20 Jul 2011 12:27:47 +0100 5060621 Treatment of hypertension in Germany: is there a social gradient? http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5015369&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Ft760511k294x1174%2F Conclusions  German survey data for antihypertensive treatment do not show any significant disadvantage for the lowest social class. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-7DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0274-4Authors Ulrich Laaser, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Bielefeld, POB 100131, 33501 Bielefeld, GermanyJürgen Breckenkamp, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Bielefeld, POB 100131, 33501 Bielefeld, GermanyVesna Bjegovic, Centre School of Public Health, Faculty of Medicine, University of Belgrade, Belgrade, Serbia Journal International Journal of Public HealthOnline ISSN 1661-8564Print ISSN 1661-8556 (Source: International Journal of Public Health) International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5015369 Thu, 07 Jul 2011 05:43:09 +0100 5015369 Association of life course socioeconomic disadvantage with future problem drinking and heavy drinking: gender differentials in the west of Scotland http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5004324&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fm776376810742176%2F Conclusion  Investigators should consider more carefully socioeconomic patterning of alcohol intake, and possibly other health-related behaviours, separately in men and women. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-8DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0270-8Authors G. David Batty, Department of Epidemiology and Public Health, UCL, 1-19 Torrington Place, London, WC1E 6BT UKAbita Bhaskar, Medical Research Council Social and Public Health Sciences Unit, Glasgow, UKCarol Emslie, Medical Research Council Social and Public Health Sciences Unit, Glasgow, UKMichaela Benzeval, Medical Research Council Social and Public Health Sciences Unit, Glasgow, UKGeoff Der, Medical Research Council Social and Public Health Sciences Unit, Glasgow, UKHeather Lewars, Medical Research Council Social and Publ... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5004324 Sat, 02 Jul 2011 21:31:41 +0100 5004324 What accounts for depressive symptoms among mothers? The impact of socioeconomic status, family structure and psychosocial stress http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4990092&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F0v544617782533r8%2F Conclusions  The findings are pointing to the importance of life-phase specific stressors for explaining depressive symptoms among mothers. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-12DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0272-6Authors Stefanie Sperlich, Hannover Medical School, Medical Sociology, Carl-Neuberg-Str. 1, 30625 Hannover, GermanySonja Arnhold-Kerri, Hannover Medical School, Medical Sociology, Carl-Neuberg-Str. 1, 30625 Hannover, GermanySiegfried Geyer, Hannover Medical School, Medical Sociology, Carl-Neuberg-Str. 1, 30625 Hannover, Germany Journal International Journal of Public HealthOnline ISSN 1661-8564Print ISSN 1661-8556 (Source: International Journal of Public Health) International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4990092 Tue, 28 Jun 2011 15:50:27 +0100 4990092 Public health impact of human papillomavirus vaccination on prevention of cervical cancer in France http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4981077&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fg672755n082t5102%2F Conclusion  The model results indicate that HPV vaccination offers additional protection against CC when combined with screening. The optimum starting age for vaccination varies depending on the observation period duration. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-10DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0273-5Authors Abdelkader El Hasnaoui, Laboratoires GlaxoSmithKline, Marly-le-Roi, FranceNadia Demarteau, Laboratoires GlaxoSmithKline, Rixensart, BelgiumDenis Granados, Laboratoires GlaxoSmithKline, Marly-le-Roi, FranceBaudouin Standaert, Laboratoires GlaxoSmithKline, Rixensart, BelgiumBruno Detournay, CEMKA-EVAL, 43 Boulevard du Maréchal Joffre, 92340 Bourg-la-Reine, France Journal International Journal of Public HealthOnline ISSN 1661-8564Print ISSN 1661-8556 (Source: Internatio... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4981077 Mon, 27 Jun 2011 17:51:15 +0100 4981077 Fathers’ intentions to accept human papillomavirus vaccination for sons and daughters: exploratory findings from rural Honduras http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4973459&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Ft81663j2123l572u%2F Conclusions  Few Honduran fathers were aware of HPV or HPV vaccination, but after receiving information, most would accept HPV vaccination for their sons and daughters. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-6DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0271-7Authors Rebecca B. Perkins, Boston, USAPooja K. Mehta, Boston, USASarah M. Langrish, Tegucigalpa, Honduras, USA Journal International Journal of Public HealthOnline ISSN 1661-8564Print ISSN 1661-8556 (Source: International Journal of Public Health) International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4973459 Thu, 23 Jun 2011 06:05:39 +0100 4973459 Poor housing, good health: a comparison of formal and informal housing in Johannesburg, South Africa http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4966099&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fc5q17105k6q73640%2F Conclusions  The health of the household heads residing in informal housing was significantly better than in formal housing. Explanations for this counter-intuitive finding include the fact that the informal housing dwellers were younger and recent migrants (the ‘healthy migrant’ phenomenon). Policy implications of the results are identified. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-9DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0269-1Authors Thea de Wet, Department of Anthropology and Development Studies, University of Johannesburg, Johannesburg, South AfricaSophie Plagerson, Centre for Social Development in Africa, University of Johannesburg, PO Box 524, Auckland Park, Johannesburg, 2006 South AfricaTrudy Harpham, London South Bank University, London, UKAngela Mathee, Environment and Heal... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4966099 Tue, 21 Jun 2011 20:38:22 +0100 4966099 Son preference and sex-selective abortion in China: informing policy options http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4950240&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fu3141h7867l8n816%2F Conclusions  Intensive local policy interventions have been successful in reducing the sex ratio in some areas and these should be disseminated widely. In addition, the law forbidding sex selection should be actively enforced, and the One Child Policy should be relaxed in some areas, to reduce the disproportionately high sex ratio in the second order births. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-7DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0267-3Authors Chi Zhou, Department of Public Health, Zhejiang University, 318 Yuhangtang Road, Hangzhou, 310058 People’s Republic of ChinaXiao Lei Wang, Department of Public Health, Zhejiang University, 318 Yuhangtang Road, Hangzhou, 310058 People’s Republic of ChinaXu Dong Zhou, Department of Public Health, Zhejiang University, 318 Yuhangtang Road, ... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4950240 Fri, 17 Jun 2011 10:50:19 +0100 4950240 Lessons from a Canadian province: examining collaborations between the mental health and justice sectors http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4950239&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F4j2v26m746764l13%2F Conclusions were validated through member checking. Conclusions  The findings highlight important considerations for cross-ministerial enterprises. If partnerships are constructed within the existing parameters of systems, the system with the most flexibility will be required to work around its partner’s constraints. The role of the adapter could be acknowledged by having the funding flow through the adapter’s system. Program development will involve a significant time investment including activities to become part of both systems’ culture through education, establishing a presence and identifying boundary spanners. Long-run implications for both systems should also be considered. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-8DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0268-2Author... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4950239 Fri, 17 Jun 2011 10:50:19 +0100 4950239 Inequality in self-rated health among immigrants, their descendants and ethnic Danes: examining the role of socioeconomic position http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4950242&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fj7t083j866k36438%2F Conclusion  Policies addressing inequalities in health between immigrants, their descendants, and ethnic Danes should target underlying socioeconomic inequalities. Further research of the effects of socioeconomic position on health among immigrants and descendants is needed. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-12DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0264-6Authors Cecilie Dinesen, Danish Research Centre for Migration, Ethnicity and Health (MESU), Department of Public Health, University of Copenhagen, Øster Farimagsgade 5, PO Box 2099, 1014 Copenhagen K, DenmarkSigne Smith Nielsen, Danish Research Centre for Migration, Ethnicity and Health (MESU), Department of Public Health, University of Copenhagen, Øster Farimagsgade 5, PO Box 2099, 1014 Copenhagen K, DenmarkLaust Hvas Mortensen... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4950242 Fri, 17 Jun 2011 10:50:17 +0100 4950242 Prostate-specific antigen testing in Tyrol, Austria: prostate cancer mortality reduction was supported by an update with mortality data up to 2008 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4950241&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fj18xt678357v8u56%2F Conclusions  This update strengthens our previously published results, namely that PSA testing offered to a population at no charge can reduce prostate cancer mortality. The extent of mortality reduction is in line with that reported in the other recent publications. However, our data do not permit us to fully assess the harms associated with PCA screening, and no recommendation for PSA screening can be made without a careful evaluation of overdiagnosis and overtreatment. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-6DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0266-4Authors Willi Oberaigner, Cancer Registry of Tyrol, TILAK GmbH, Anichstrasse 35, Innsbruck, AustriaUwe Siebert, Department of Public Health and Health Technology Assessment, University for Health Sciences, Medical Informatics and Tec... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4950241 Fri, 17 Jun 2011 10:50:17 +0100 4950241 Social determinants and surveillance in the new Millennium http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4929834&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F54g7181726445p87%2F Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-2DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0263-7Authors Stefano Campostrini, Department of Statistics, University Ca Foscari of Venice, Venice, ItalyV. David McQueen, Tucker, GA, USAThomas Abel, Division of Social and Behavioural Health Research, Institute of Social and Preventive Medicine, University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland Journal International Journal of Public HealthOnline ISSN 1661-8564Print ISSN 1661-8556 (Source: International Journal of Public Health) International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4929834 Thu, 09 Jun 2011 05:45:18 +0100 4929834 Changes in smoking behavior among college students following implementation of a strict campus smoking policy in Taiwan http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4918422&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fy30815gmk1ug5542%2F Conclusions  Implementation of a strict smoking policy in college prompted smokers to markedly reduce smoking in campus. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-7DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0265-5Authors Shu-Hui Chuang, Department of Health and Beauty Business Administration, Taiwan Shoufu University, No. 168, Nanshi Li, Madou Town, Tainan County, 72153 TaiwanSong-Lih Huang, Institute of Public Health, National Yang Ming University, 155, Sec. 2, Li-Nong Street, Taipei, Taiwan Journal International Journal of Public HealthOnline ISSN 1661-8564Print ISSN 1661-8556 (Source: International Journal of Public Health) International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4918422 Wed, 08 Jun 2011 05:47:02 +0100 4918422 Estimates of obesity trends in Brazil, 2006–2009 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4899846&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fl13725r134018522%2F Conclusion  Despite obesity rates in Brazil not being among the highest in the world, the rapid increase in these rates, greater in women than men, demand immediate care. These findings will help to formulate strategies needed to reduce and prevent obesity. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-7DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0262-8Authors Erly Catarina Moura, Center for Epidemiological Studies in Health and Nutrition, University of São Paulo (NUPENS-USP), Av Dr Arnaldo, 715, São Paulo, SP CEP 01246-904, BrazilRafael Moreira Claro, Center for Epidemiological Studies in Health and Nutrition, University of São Paulo (NUPENS-USP), Av Dr Arnaldo, 715, São Paulo, SP CEP 01246-904, Brazil Journal International Journal of Public HealthOnline ISSN 1661-8564Print ISSN 1661-85... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4899846 Wed, 25 May 2011 06:03:59 +0100 4899846 Times to drink: cross-cultural variations in drinking in the rhythm of the week http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4810527&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fl356h3h6875n5784%2F Conclusions  There are commonalities across cultures in drinking by time of day and day of the week, but the implications of the timing for alcohol-related problems are fairly culture-specific. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-11DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0259-3Authors Robin Room, School of Population Health, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, AustraliaPia Mäkelä, National Institute for Health and Welfare, Helsinki, FinlandVivek Benegal, National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences, Bangalore, IndiaThomas K. Greenfield, Alcohol Research Group, Public Health Institute, Emeryville, CA, USASiri Hettige, Sociology Department, University of Colombo, Colombo, Sri LankaNazarius M. Tumwesigye, School of Public Health, Makerere University, Kampala, UgandaRichard Wil... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4810527 Fri, 06 May 2011 16:25:08 +0100 4810527 Using factor analysis to identify dietary patterns in Iranian adults: Isfahan healthy heart program http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4793352&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F8j32457628667227%2F Conclusions  We identified four major dietary patterns. As dietary pattern analysis is useful to identify dietary behaviors in relation to health risks, the results can be practical. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-7DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0260-xAuthors Noushin Mohammadifard, Nutrition Department, Isfahan Cardiovascular Research Institute, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, P.O Box: 81465-1148, Isfahan, IranNizal Sarrafzadegan, Nutrition Department, Isfahan Cardiovascular Research Institute, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, P.O Box: 81465-1148, Isfahan, IranFatemeh Nouri, Nutrition Department, Isfahan Cardiovascular Research Institute, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, P.O Box: 81465-1148, Isfahan, IranFiroozeh Sajjadi, Nutrition Department, Isfah... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4793352 Wed, 04 May 2011 14:53:38 +0100 4793352 Experiences of violence among adolescents: gender patterns in types, perpetrators and associated psychological distress http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4810528&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fy0848l44p4272gk7%2F Conclusions  Experiences of several types of violence should be highlighted as factors associated with mental health problems in adolescents. The victim–perpetrator relationships of violence are gendered and likely influence the psychological distress association. Gendered hierarchies and norms likely influence the extent to which adolescents experience violence and how they respond to it in terms of psychological distress. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-9DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0258-4Authors Evelina Landstedt, Department of Health Sciences, Mid Sweden University, 85170 Sundsvall, SwedenKatja Gillander Gådin, Department of Health Sciences, Mid Sweden University, 85170 Sundsvall, Sweden Journal International Journal of Public HealthOnline ISSN 1661-8564... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4810528 Wed, 04 May 2011 14:53:37 +0100 4810528 The influence of organizational jurisdiction, organizational attributes, and training measures on perceptions of public health preparedness in Alberta http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4793353&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F14546j56178l2600%2F Conclusions  These findings help fill a gap in the literature with respect to identifying how organizational characteristics are associated with different aspects of preparedness. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-8DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0261-9Authors Justin N. Hall, School of Kinesiology and Health Studies, Queen’s University, 28 Division St, Kingston, Ontario K7L 3N6, CanadaSpencer Moore, School of Kinesiology and Health Studies, Queen’s University, 28 Division St, Kingston, Ontario K7L 3N6, CanadaAlan Shiell, Department of Community Health Sciences, Population Health Intervention Research Centre, University of Calgary, Calgary, AB, Canada Journal International Journal of Public HealthOnline ISSN 1661-8564Print ISSN 1661-8556 (Source: International Jour... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4793353 Tue, 03 May 2011 15:34:21 +0100 4793353 Agreement between web-based and paper versions of a socio-demographic questionnaire in the NutriNet-Santé study http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4793354&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F231mmu5145j46064%2F Conclusion  The web-based socio-demographic and economic questionnaire provided information of similar-to-superior quality compared to the traditional paper version, with substantial logistic and cost advantages. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-11DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0257-5Authors Anne-Claire Vergnaud, Unité de Recherche en Epidémiologie Nutritionnelle (UREN), UMR U557 Inserm/U1125 Inra/Cnam/Paris 13, CRNH IdF, SMBH Paris 13, 74 rue Marcel Cachin, 93017 Bobigny Cedex, FranceMathilde Touvier, Unité de Recherche en Epidémiologie Nutritionnelle (UREN), UMR U557 Inserm/U1125 Inra/Cnam/Paris 13, CRNH IdF, SMBH Paris 13, 74 rue Marcel Cachin, 93017 Bobigny Cedex, FranceCaroline Méjean, Unité de Recherche en Epidémiologie Nutritionnelle (UREN), UMR U557 Inserm/U... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4793354 Tue, 03 May 2011 05:56:10 +0100 4793354 The association of depressive symptoms and ischemic heart disease in older adults is not moderated by gender, marital status or education http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4770474&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F12134g3631232114%2F Conclusions  The association of depression and IHD seems independent from pivotal demographic variables. Possibly the impact of psychosocial factors in this sample of older people is weak compared to medical conditions and age. Also the possibility exists that a common factor such as a shared genetic vulnerability contributes to both depressive symptoms and IHD. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-7DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0256-6Authors Oskar Mittag, Department of Quality Management and Social Medicine, University Medical Center of Freiburg, Engelbergerstrasse 21, 79106 Freiburg, GermanyThorsten Meyer, Institute for Epidemiology, Social Medicine and Health Systems Research, Hannover Medical School, Carl-Neuberg-Str. 1, 30625 Hannover, Germany Journal Internation... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4770474 Tue, 26 Apr 2011 15:45:27 +0100 4770474 Early substance use initiation and suicide ideation and attempts among students in France and the United States http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4770475&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F8u1vl0t428t50261%2F Conclusions  The associations between substance use initiation and suicidal behaviors differed in the United States and France. These findings, placed into context, can assist the development and implementation of prevention strategies that seek to reduce the harmful consequences of early substance use among youth. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-11DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0255-7Authors Monica H. Swahn, Institute of Public Health, Partnership for Urban Health Research, Georgia State University, P.O. Box 3995, Atlanta, GA 30302-3995, USARobert M. Bossarte, Department of Psychiatry, University of Rochester, Rochester, USAMarie Choquet, Inserm, U669, Paris, FranceChristine Hassler, Inserm, U669, Paris, FranceBruno Falissard, Inserm, U669, Paris, FranceNearkasen Chau, ... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4770475 Tue, 26 Apr 2011 15:45:26 +0100 4770475 A comparison of depression prevalence estimates measured by the Patient Health Questionnaire with two administration modes: computer-assisted telephone interviewing versus computer-assisted personal interviewing http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4770476&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fy0482u6684640381%2F Conclusions  The PHQ-8 administered by CATI yielded about 3.5% higher depression prevalence estimate than that by CAPI. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-9DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0253-9Authors Chaoyang Li, Division of Behavioral Surveillance, Office of Surveillance, Epidemiology, and Laboratory Services, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 1600 Clifton Road, NE, MS E-97, Atlanta, GA 30333, USAEarl S. Ford, Division of Adult and Community Health, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Atlanta, GA, USAGuixiang Zhao, Division of Adult and Community Health, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Atlanta, GA, USAJames Tsa... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4770476 Tue, 26 Apr 2011 15:45:25 +0100 4770476 Smoking behaviour and attitudes of Hungarian Roma and non-Roma population towards tobacco control policies http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4751910&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fdt332j1p60785747%2F Conclusions  Tobacco control policies are a proven strategy for denormalizing smoking and discouraging initiation. This strategy has important potential for Roma communities because of their high rates of tobacco use. However, this study shows that the Roma are resistant the efforts to limit smoking. Changing these attitudes will require targeted public health interventions that take into account not only the lower educational levels of the Roma, but also their cultural beliefs regarding tobacco. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-7DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0252-xAuthors Edit Paulik, Department of Public Health, Faculty of Medicine, University of Szeged, Dóm tér 10, Szeged, 6720 HungaryLászló Nagymajtényi, Department of Public Health, Faculty of Medicine, Univers... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4751910 Thu, 21 Apr 2011 18:00:33 +0100 4751910 The health status of first- and second-generation Turkish immigrants in Germany http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4751909&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fw04n26m13u121lk8%2F Conclusions  Socio-economic status and coping resources are key determinants of the (subjective) health status of Turkish immigrants. They must be strengthened to improve immigrants’ level of health. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-9DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0254-8Authors Annelene Wengler, Research Training Group SOCLIFE, University of Cologne, Richard-Strauss-Str. 2, 50931 Cologne, Germany Journal International Journal of Public HealthOnline ISSN 1661-8564Print ISSN 1661-8556 (Source: International Journal of Public Health) International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4751909 Thu, 21 Apr 2011 18:00:33 +0100 4751909 Trends of out-of-pocket expenditure for influenza in China health and nutrition survey during 1989–2006 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4746851&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F8q14143356h42208%2F Conclusions  Adjusted for inflation and income elasticity, Chinese households experienced an increase of more than double the out-of-pocket expenditure during 1989–2006. The expenditure was higher in higher-level facilities. Policy implications include the government fixed-budget financing to health providers could contribute to the rapidly increased financial burden; a referral system should be rebuilt; private health providers may play an important role in containing healthcare price in China. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-6DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0251-yAuthors Jinan Liu, School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine, Tulane University, New Orleans, LA, USALizheng Shi, School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine, Tulane University, New Orleans, LA, USAMah... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4746851 Tue, 19 Apr 2011 07:19:16 +0100 4746851 A recruitment method to obtain community samples of children for survey research in Switzerland http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4746852&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fy551031264h704x1%2F Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-4DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0250-zAuthors Meichun Mohler-Kuo, Institute of Social and Preventive Medicine, University of Zurich, Hirschengraben 84, 8001 Zurich, SwitzerlandBen Jann, Institute of Sociology, University of Bern, Bern, SwitzerlandMichelle Dey, Institute of Social and Preventive Medicine, University of Zurich, Hirschengraben 84, 8001 Zurich, SwitzerlandUeli Zellweger, Institute of Social and Preventive Medicine, University of Zurich, Hirschengraben 84, 8001 Zurich, Switzerland Journal International Journal of Public HealthOnline ISSN 1661-8564Print ISSN 1661-8556 (Source: International Journal of Public Health) International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4746852 Tue, 19 Apr 2011 07:19:15 +0100 4746852 The longitudinal effects of behavioral, health, and socio-demographic factors on body mass index among older Chinese adults http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4695747&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fm62709072r32lt18%2F Conclusions  Active lifestyle interventions may help counter what could otherwise be a growing obesity epidemic in China. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-9DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0249-5Authors SangNam Ahn, Department of Social and Behavioral Health, Texas A&M Health Science Center, School of Rural Public Health, College Station, TX 77843-1266, USAHongwei Zhao, Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Texas A&M Health Science Center, School of Rural Public Health, College Station, TX 77843-1266, USAMing Tai-Seale, Department of Health Policy and Management, Texas A&M Health Science Center, School of Rural Public Health, College Station, TX 77843-1266, USACharles Huber, Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Texas A&M Health Science Center, School of Rural P... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4695747 Thu, 07 Apr 2011 17:10:15 +0100 4695747 Oral health in a convenience sample of Chinese older adults living in Melbourne, Australia http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4691108&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fa01210gp5r273511%2F Conclusion  These tentative findings provide an initial assessment of the risk of oral diseases among a group immigrant older adults. This study highlights the need to collect relevant information in order to identify factors that influence the oral health of older immigrants to Australia. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-8DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0248-6Authors Rodrigo Mariño, Melbourne Dental School, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, AustraliaMike Morgan, Melbourne Dental School, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, AustraliaAsuman Kiyak, University of Washington, Seattle, WA, USAEli Schwarz, School of Dentistry, Oregon Health and Science University, Portland, OR, USASyed Naqvi, Melbourne Dental School, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia Journal... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4691108 Tue, 05 Apr 2011 16:56:17 +0100 4691108 Alcohol-attributable burden of disease and injury in Canada, 2004 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4691109&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fgr886t4140212178%2F Conclusion  More attention to burden of disease and injury statistics is required to accurately characterize alcohol-related harms. This burden is preventable and could be reduced by implementation of more effective policies. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-11DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0247-7Authors Kevin D. Shield, Centre for Addiction and Mental Health, 33 Russell Street, Toronto, ON M5S 2S1, CanadaTara Kehoe, Centre for Addiction and Mental Health, 33 Russell Street, Toronto, ON M5S 2S1, CanadaBen Taylor, Centre for Addiction and Mental Health, 33 Russell Street, Toronto, ON M5S 2S1, CanadaJayadeep Patra, Centre for Addiction and Mental Health, 33 Russell Street, Toronto, ON M5S 2S1, CanadaJürgen Rehm, Centre for Addiction and Mental Health, 33 Russell Street, Tor... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4691109 Tue, 05 Apr 2011 09:59:57 +0100 4691109 Suicidal ideation and associated factors by sex in Korean adults: a population-based cross-sectional survey http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4635074&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fj225377194537h3n%2F Conclusions  The development of a suicide prevention program for Korean adults requires different approaches for each sex. For working men aged 45–54 years, it should focus on the management of work-related stress and depression. For women, it should be a community support program for those who are less educated, have no job or experience a great deal of stress and depression. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-11DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0245-9Authors Young Ran Chin, Korea Health Industry Development Institute, Chungbuk, South KoreaHyo Young Lee, Department of Health Administration, Dongseo University, San 69-1, Jurae-dong, Sasang-gu, Busan, 617-716 South KoreaEun Sun So, Nursing Science, Seoul National University, Seoul, South Korea Journal Internationa... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4635074 Tue, 22 Mar 2011 18:12:47 +0100 4635074 Subjective health complaints among boys and girls in the Swedish HBSC study: focussing on parental foreign background http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4599053&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fa6602525k487638w%2F Conclusions  A significantly increased risk of ill health remained in girls of foreign background after adjustment for socio-demographic indicators, grade and measurement year. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-8DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0246-8Authors Heidi Carlerby, Department of Health Sciences, Mid Sweden University, 851 70 Sundsvall, SwedenEija Viitasara, Department of Health Sciences, Mid Sweden University, 851 70 Sundsvall, SwedenAnders Knutsson, Department of Health Sciences, Mid Sweden University, 851 70 Sundsvall, SwedenKatja Gillander Gådin, Department of Health Sciences, Mid Sweden University, 851 70 Sundsvall, Sweden Journal International Journal of Public HealthOnline ISSN 1661-8564Print ISSN 1661-8556 (Source: International Journal of Public Healt... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4599053 Mon, 14 Mar 2011 16:57:40 +0100 4599053 Investigating the associations between work hours, sleep status, and self-reported health among full-time employees http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4564479&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fd356xw60gqx3776u%2F Conclusions  This study suggests that long work hours and poor sleep and its combination are associated with suboptimal SRH. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-9DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0242-zAuthors Akinori Nakata, Division of Applied Research and Technology, MS-C24, National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 4676 Columbia Parkway, Cincinnati, OH 45226, USA Journal International Journal of Public HealthOnline ISSN 1661-8564Print ISSN 1661-8556 (Source: International Journal of Public Health) International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4564479 Mon, 07 Mar 2011 16:45:31 +0100 4564479 Minimising harm from heatwaves: a survey of awareness, knowledge, and practices of health professionals and care providers in Victoria, Australia http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4564481&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fv7773147251lpw92%2F Conclusions  Despite a broad level of understanding of the dangers of heatwaves, an opportunistic, reactive approach by health profession and carer personnel, in conjunction with gaps in knowledge, leaves older people in Victoria at risk of preventable harm from extreme hot weather. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-8DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0243-yAuthors Joseph E. Ibrahim, Centre of Research Excellence in Patient Safety, Department of Epidemiology and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, Level 6, The Alfred Centre, 99 Commercial Road, Melbourne, Victoria 3004, AustraliaJudith A. McInnes, Centre of Research Excellence in Patient Safety, Department of Epidemiology and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, Level 6, The Alfred Centre, 99 Commercial Road, Melbourne,... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4564481 Mon, 07 Mar 2011 16:45:30 +0100 4564481 Comparison of four definitions of the metabolic syndrome and odds of ischemic heart disease in the Lithuanian urban population http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4564480&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fv101r717x3j38740%2F Conclusion  All four metabolic syndrome definitions were associated with ischemic heart disease risk; however, the odds of this disease were higher in people with the metabolic syndrome as defined by the American Heart Association/National Heart Lung Blood Institute and the National Cholesterol Education Program Adult Treatment Panel III than by the new JIS definition. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-8DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0244-xAuthors Dalia Ieva Luksiene, Laboratory of Population Studies, Institute of Cardiology, Medical Academy, Lithuanian University of Health Sciences, Sukileliu 17, 50009 Kaunas, LithuaniaMigle Baceviciene, Laboratory of Population Studies, Institute of Cardiology, Medical Academy, Lithuanian University of Health Sciences, Sukileliu 17, 5000... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4564480 Mon, 07 Mar 2011 16:45:30 +0100 4564480 Social determinants effects from the Italian risk factor surveillance system PASSI http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4510849&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fd4j6767j1397p1h5%2F Conclusions  Risk factor surveillance can offer valuable information for monitoring social determinants effects and inequalities, and, when considering data over time, for evaluating the gross impact of future interventions and policies aimed at reducing them. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-8DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0241-0Authors Valentina Minardi, National Centre for Epidemiology, Surveillance and Health Promotion, Italian National Institute of Health, Rome, ItalyStefano Campostrini, Department of Statistics, University Ca’ Foscari, Venice, ItalyGiuliano Carrozzi, Department of Public Health, Ausl Modena, Modena, ItalyGiada Minelli, National Centre for Epidemiology, Surveillance and Health Promotion, Italian National Institute of Health, Rome, ItalyStefania Salm... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4510849 Mon, 21 Feb 2011 16:57:25 +0100 4510849 Development and validation of the stressful life event questionnaire http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4500386&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fl07v8m173519056v%2F Conclusion  The resultant SLE questionnaire is, therefore, suggested to be potential for the stress measurement in both community and primary care setting. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-8DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0232-1Authors Hamidreza Roohafza, Mental Health Department, Isfahan Cardiovascular Research Center (WHO Collaborating Center for Research and Training in Cardiovascular Diseases Control), Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, PO Box 81465-1148, Isfahan, IranMohammadarash Ramezani, Statistic and Evaluation Department, Isfahan Cardiovascular Research Center, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, IranMasoumeh Sadeghi, Isfahan Cardiovascular Research Center, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, IranMaryam Shahnam, Mental Health Departm... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4500386 Thu, 17 Feb 2011 08:10:47 +0100 4500386 A quantile regression approach to re-investigate the relationship between sleep duration and body mass index in Taiwan http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4500388&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F3l53q2m3l5h4x532%2F Conclusions  Quantile regression can provide information that may be masked by OLS in analyzing the relationship between sleep duration and BMI. Sleep modification with the aim to obtain the optimal sleep duration may help to reduce BMI in obese men. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-9DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0239-7Authors Chiang-Ming Chen, Department of Economics, National Chi Nan University, No.1, Daxue Rd, Puli Township, Nantou, Nantou County 545, TaiwanChen-Kang Chang, Sport Science Research Center, National Taiwan College of Physical Education, Taichung, TaiwanChia-Yu Yeh, Department of Economics, National Chi Nan University, No.1, Daxue Rd, Puli Township, Nantou, Nantou County 545, Taiwan Journal International Journal of Public HealthOnline ISSN 1661-8564... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4500388 Thu, 17 Feb 2011 08:10:45 +0100 4500388 Decomposing income-related inequality in cervical screening in 67 countries http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4500387&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fb18667665t012216%2F Conclusions  Considerable heterogeneity in the contributions of screening determinants among countries suggests interventions to reduce screening inequalities may require country-specific approaches. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-14DOI 10.1007/s00038-010-0224-6Authors Brittany McKinnon, Department of Epidemiology, Biostatistics and Occupational Health, McGill University, Purvis Hall, 1020 Pine Avenue West, Montreal, QC H3A 1A2, CanadaSam Harper, Department of Epidemiology, Biostatistics and Occupational Health, McGill University, Purvis Hall, 1020 Pine Avenue West, Montreal, QC H3A 1A2, CanadaSpencer Moore, School of Kinesiology and Health Studies, Queens University, Kingston, Canada Journal International Journal of Public HealthOnline ISSN 1661-8564Print... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4500387 Thu, 17 Feb 2011 08:10:45 +0100 4500387 Influenza surveillance using data from a telemedicine centre http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4487829&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F526r7lx67l253129%2F Conclusions  ICPC-2 data from medical teleconsultations allows influenza surveillance in real time and correlates very well with the Swiss Sentinel system. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-6DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0240-1Authors Eva Blozik, Swiss Centre for Telemedicine Medgate, Gellertstrasse 19, 4020 Basel, SwitzerlandChantal Grandchamp, Swiss Centre for Telemedicine Medgate, Gellertstrasse 19, 4020 Basel, SwitzerlandJan von Overbeck, Swiss Centre for Telemedicine Medgate, Gellertstrasse 19, 4020 Basel, Switzerland Journal International Journal of Public HealthOnline ISSN 1661-8564Print ISSN 1661-8556 (Source: International Journal of Public Health) International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4487829 Fri, 11 Feb 2011 11:51:10 +0100 4487829 Determinants of body weight status in Malaysia: an ethnic comparison http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4487830&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F42j28n51410j741v%2F Conclusions  There exists a need for flexible policies to address cross-ethnic differences in the sociodemographic and health-lifestyle covariates of BMI. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-10DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0238-8Authors Andrew K. G. Tan, School of Social Sciences, Universiti Sains Malaysia, 11800 Minden, Penang MalaysiaSteven T. Yen, Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics, The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN 37996-4518, USAMustapha I. Feisul, Disease Control Division, Department of Public Health, Ministry of Health Malaysia, 62590 Putrajaya, Malaysia Journal International Journal of Public HealthOnline ISSN 1661-8564Print ISSN 1661-8556 (Source: International Journal of Public Health) International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4487830 Fri, 11 Feb 2011 11:51:09 +0100 4487830 Pattern of health services use by immigrants from different regions of the world residing in Spain http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4469167&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fq601575961016458%2F Conclusions  Health services use by the immigrant population in Spain differs by gender and place of origin. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-10DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0237-9Authors Belén Sanz, National School of Public Health, Instituto de Salud Carlos III, Avda Monforte de Lemos nº5, pabellón 7, 28029 Madrid, SpainEnrique Regidor, Department of Preventive Medicine and Public Health, Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Madrid, SpainSilvia Galindo, National School of Public Health, Instituto de Salud Carlos III, Avda Monforte de Lemos nº5, pabellón 7, 28029 Madrid, SpainCruz Pascual, Department of Preventive Medicine and Public Health, Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Madrid, SpainLourdes Lostao, Department of Sociology, Sociology of Health, Public University of ... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4469167 Thu, 10 Feb 2011 06:50:59 +0100 4469167 Time series analysis of Japanese encephalitis and weather in Linyi City, China http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4469168&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F81898n314232230n%2F Conclusions  Weather variables might be treated as possible predictors of Japanese encephalitis incidence for regions with similar geographic, weather, and socio-economic conditions to Linyi, China. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-8DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0236-xAuthors Hualiang Lin, School of Public Health and Primary Care, Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR, ChinaLiuqing Yang, Linyi Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Linyi, ChinaQiyong Liu, State Key Laboratory for Infectious Disease Prevention and Control, National Institute for Communicable Disease Control and Prevention, Chinese CDC, Beijing, ChinaTong Wang, School of Public Health, Shanxi Medical University, Taiyuan, ChinaSarah R. Hossain, School of Public Health and Primary Care, Chinese U... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4469168 Thu, 10 Feb 2011 06:50:58 +0100 4469168 Ethnic differences in diabetes-related mortality in the Brussels-Capital Region (2001–05): the role of socioeconomic position http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4458523&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fn2v0165q546tn253%2F Conclusions  Differences in education play an important part in the excess diabetes-related mortality among North Africans in the BCR. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-7DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0235-yAuthors Hadewijch Vandenheede, Interface Demography, Department of Social Research, Faculty of Economic, Political and Social Sciences and Solvay Business School, Vrije Universiteit Brussel, 2 Pleinlaan, 1050 Brussels, BelgiumLies Lammens, Interface Demography, Department of Social Research, Faculty of Economic, Political and Social Sciences and Solvay Business School, Vrije Universiteit Brussel, 2 Pleinlaan, 1050 Brussels, BelgiumPatrick Deboosere, Interface Demography, Department of Social Research, Faculty of Economic, Political and Social Sciences and Solvay Business Sc... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4458523 Tue, 08 Feb 2011 13:14:08 +0100 4458523 Changing health inequalities in Germany from 1994 to 2008 between employed and unemployed adults http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4458524&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fw324j2713n652248%2F Discussion  Altogether, our findings indicate that health inequalities with regards to employment status increased among men between 1994 and 2008. This observation is in line with increasing income inequalities in Germany and with increasing health inequalities in other European countries. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-11DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0233-0Authors Lars Eric Kroll, Department of Epidemiology and Health Reporting, Robert Koch-Institute, Nordufer 20, 13353 Berlin, GermanyThomas Lampert, Department of Epidemiology and Health Reporting, Robert Koch-Institute, Nordufer 20, 13353 Berlin, Germany Journal International Journal of Public HealthOnline ISSN 1661-8564Print ISSN 1661-8556 (Source: International Journal of Public Health) International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4458524 Tue, 08 Feb 2011 13:14:07 +0100 4458524 Associations between problematic mobile phone use and psychological parameters in young adults http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4441419&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fm65643l14xp63552%2F Conclusions  Future research needs to clarify the causality of these findings and should also intend to develop concepts for a more meaningful use of mobile phone and related technologies. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-5DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0234-zAuthors Christoph Augner, IGGMB Research Institute for Basic and Frontier Questions of Medicine and Biotechnology, Health Research Institute, Salzburg Federal Hospital (SALK), University Clinics of the Paracelsus Medical University, Salzburg, AustriaGerhard W. Hacker, IGGMB Research Institute for Basic and Frontier Questions of Medicine and Biotechnology, Health Research Institute, Salzburg Federal Hospital (SALK), University Clinics of the Paracelsus Medical University, Salzburg, Austria Journal International ... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4441419 Thu, 03 Feb 2011 20:57:55 +0100 4441419 Erratum to: Degree of urbanization and gender differences in substance use among Slovak adolescents http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4441420&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F8p9t271463528529%2F Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-1DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0231-2Authors Lukas Pitel, Medical Faculty, Kosice Institute for Society and Health, Graduate School and Health Psychology Unit, Public Health Institute, PJ Safarik University Kosice, Trieda SNP 1, 040 11 Kosice, SlovakiaAndrea Madarasova Geckova, Medical Faculty, Kosice Institute for Society and Health, Graduate School and Health Psychology Unit, Public Health Institute, PJ Safarik University Kosice, Trieda SNP 1, 040 11 Kosice, SlovakiaJitse P. van Dijk, Medical Faculty, Kosice Institute for Society and Health, Graduate School and Health Psychology Unit, Public Health Institute, PJ Safarik University Kosice, Trieda SNP 1, 040 11 Kosice, SlovakiaSijmen A. Reijneveld, Department of Social Medicine, University Medical Center Gr... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4441420 Tue, 01 Feb 2011 09:28:54 +0100 4441420 Acknowledgement http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4410279&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fp36p901824h10t20%2F Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-4DOI 10.1007/s00038-011-0230-3 Journal International Journal of Public HealthOnline ISSN 1661-8564Print ISSN 1661-8556 (Source: International Journal of Public Health) International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4410279 Tue, 25 Jan 2011 23:16:38 +0100 4410279 Extreme temperatures and mortality in the North of Spain http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4355000&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F5687231759287l18%2F Conclusions  The deleterious effect of increasing temperatures in summer is more pronounced than the beneficial effect of a similar increase in winter. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-9DOI 10.1007/s00038-010-0229-1Authors Inés Gómez-Acebo, Group of Epidemiology and Computational Biology, Facultad de Medicina, Universidad de Cantabria, Avda. Herrera Oria s/n, 39011 Santander, SpainJavier Llorca, Group of Epidemiology and Computational Biology, Facultad de Medicina, Universidad de Cantabria, Avda. Herrera Oria s/n, 39011 Santander, SpainPaz Rodríguez-Cundín, Instituto de Formación e Investigación Marqués de Valdecilla (IFIMAV), Santander, SpainTrinidad Dierssen-Sotos, Group of Epidemiology and Computational Biology, Facultad de Medicina, Universidad de Cantab... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4355000 Wed, 12 Jan 2011 17:06:47 +0100 4355000 Socioeconomic disparities in self-reported arthritis for Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians aged 18–64 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4354999&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fd722u8722t11h200%2F Conclusions  The SES disparities were less consistent in the Indigenous than the non-Indigenous population, and within the Indigenous population, they were less consistent for arthritis than those previously reported for diabetes among the same survey participants. Although some of the differences may be due to self-reporting of disease, these findings also suggest the potential salience of factors occurring across the SES spectrum, especially among Indigenous Australians. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-10DOI 10.1007/s00038-010-0228-2Authors Joan Cunningham, Menzies School of Health Research, Charles Darwin University, PO Box 41096, Casuarina, NT 0811, Australia Journal International Journal of Public HealthOnline ISSN 1661-8564Print ISSN 1661-8556 (Sour... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4354999 Wed, 12 Jan 2011 17:06:47 +0100 4354999 Recall of tobacco pack health warnings by the population in Ukraine and its association with the perceived tobacco health hazard http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4288220&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fm142653613021173%2F Conclusions  THW reach those groups of the population they are aimed to and may potentially result in consequent quitting smoking in male smokers. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00038-010-0226-4Authors Tatiana I. Andreeva, School of Public Health, National University of Kyiv-Mohyla Academy, Vishnyakivska st., 13-212, Kiev, UkraineKonstantin S. Krasovsky, Ukrainian Institute of Strategic Research of the Ministry of Health of Ukraine, Kiev, Ukraine Journal International Journal of Public HealthOnline ISSN 1661-8564Print ISSN 1661-8556 (Source: International Journal of Public Health) International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4288220 Wed, 22 Dec 2010 20:16:14 +0100 4288220 Anti-smoking parenting practices: recall by and effect on children’s risk of smoking after 3 years http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4274313&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fx548h156633547w2%2F Conclusions  Achieving full program implementation remains a significant challenge to home-based, parent-led approaches to smoking prevention. However, if parents fully engage in anti-smoking parenting practices, children demonstrate protective effects up to 3 years later. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00038-010-0227-3Authors Christine Jackson, Research Triangle Institute, Durham, NC USADenise M. Dickinson, Research Triangle Institute, Durham, NC USA Journal International Journal of Public HealthOnline ISSN 1661-8564Print ISSN 1661-8556 (Source: International Journal of Public Health) International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4274313 Fri, 17 Dec 2010 17:39:31 +0100 4274313 Functioning and disability in people living with spinal cord injury in high- and low-resourced countries: a comparative analysis of 14 countries http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4274314&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fc2527t17235158u0%2F Conclusion  Higher-resourced countries do not score higher in all ICF categories. Countries’ economic resources and their distribution are significant predictors of disability in vulnerable groups such as tetraplegics and the elderly. Functioning is multi-dimensional and structures of association suggest that country-specific pathways towards disability exist. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00038-010-0222-8Authors Jan D. Reinhardt, Swiss Paraplegic Research (SPF), 6207 Nottwil, SwitzerlandUlrich Mansmann, Institute for Medical Informatics, Biometry and Epidemiology (IBE), Ludwig-Maximilian University, Munich, GermanyBernd A. G. Fellinghauer, Swiss Paraplegic Research (SPF), 6207 Nottwil, SwitzerlandRalf Strobl, Institute for Health and Rehabilitation Scie... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4274314 Thu, 16 Dec 2010 18:25:19 +0100 4274314 Association of educational status with cardiovascular disease: Teheran Lipid and Glucose Study http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4247960&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fu040228820p71646%2F Conclusion  Our findings support those of developed countries that, along with other CVD risk factors, educational status has an inverse association with CVD among a representative Iranian population of older men and women. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-7DOI 10.1007/s00038-010-0225-5Authors Farhad Hajsheikholeslami, Prevention of Metabolic Disorders Research Center, Research Institute for Endocrine Sciences, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, P.O. Box 19395-4763, Yaman Street, Velenjak, Tehran, IranMasumeh Hatami, Prevention of Metabolic Disorders Research Center, Research Institute for Endocrine Sciences, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, P.O. Box 19395-4763, Yaman Street, Velenjak, Tehran, IranFarzad Hadaegh, Prevention of Metabolic ... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4247960 Wed, 08 Dec 2010 18:11:57 +0100 4247960 Health professional perceptions regarding healthcare provision to immigrants in Catalonia http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4247961&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fb7050314x36uwvg0%2F Conclusions  For health professionals in Catalonia to provide care of quality to immigrants, interventions that reduce communication barriers and improve their cultural competences are requested. In addition, structural changes are needed to adapt the Catalonian health care system to the new circumstances. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-9DOI 10.1007/s00038-010-0223-7Authors Rebeca Terraza-Núñez, Health Policy and Health Services Research Group, Health Policy Research Unit, Consortium for Health Care and Social Services of Catalonia, Av. Tibidabo 21, 08022 Barcelona, SpainM. Luisa Vázquez, Health Policy and Health Services Research Group, Health Policy Research Unit, Consortium for Health Care and Social Services of Catalonia, Av. Tibidabo 21, 08022 Barcelona,... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4247961 Wed, 08 Dec 2010 18:11:56 +0100 4247961 Surveillance of sexually transmitted infections among persons living with HIV http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4229863&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fh2j25x67l361n63w%2F Conclusions  The results underline the importance of regular STI screening among HIV-positive persons, and show a particular sexual health problem among MSM. We estimate that the proportion of HIV-positive MSM acquiring an STI in 2008 was 8.8%. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00038-010-0209-5Authors Ann Defraye, Scientific Institute of Public Health, Operational Direction Public Health and Surveillance, J. Wytsmanstraat 14, 1050 Brussels, BelgiumDominique Van Beckhoven, Scientific Institute of Public Health, Operational Direction Public Health and Surveillance, J. Wytsmanstraat 14, 1050 Brussels, BelgiumAndré Sasse, Scientific Institute of Public Health, Operational Direction Public Health and Surveillance, J. Wytsmanstraat 14, 1050 Brussels, Belgium ... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4229863 Thu, 02 Dec 2010 18:10:01 +0100 4229863 Degree of urbanization and gender differences in substance use among Slovak adolescents http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4228036&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fv5870164x2w2k7w7%2F Conclusions  Prevalence rate of substance use among girls increased along with an increasing degree of urbanization, while the prevalence rate of substance use among boys remained constant. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00038-010-0219-3Authors Lukas Pitel, Medical Faculty, Kosice Institute for Society and Health, Graduate School and Health Psychology Unit, Public Health Institute, PJ Safarik University Kosice, Trieda SNP 1, 040 11 Kosice, SlovakiaAndrea Madarasova Geckova, Medical Faculty, Kosice Institute for Society and Health, Graduate School and Health Psychology Unit, Public Health Institute, PJ Safarik University Kosice, Trieda SNP 1, 040 11 Kosice, SlovakiaJitse P. vanDijk, Medical Faculty, Kosice Institute for Society and Health, Graduate School and... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4228036 Tue, 30 Nov 2010 17:51:06 +0100 4228036 A qualitative study of college student responses to conflicting messages in advertising: anti-binge drinking public service announcements versus wine promotion health messages http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4228037&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fl5k334m1x45wj893%2F Conclusion  Employing qualitative methodology to understand how college students respond to conflicting messages will assist health promotion practitioners develop more effective alcohol abuse prevention messages and provide suggestions for researchers for studying this phenomenon from other perspectives in the future. Implications are further discussed within. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00038-010-0217-5Authors Ho-Young Ahn, School of Advertising and Public Relations, University of Tennessee, 103 Communications Building, Knoxville, TN USALei Wu, School of Information Sciences, University of Tennessee, 103 Communications Building, Knoxville, TN USAStephanie Kelly, School of Communication Studies, University of Tennessee, 104 Communications Building, Knox... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4228037 Tue, 30 Nov 2010 17:51:05 +0100 4228037 Hard times or good times? Inequalities in the health effects of economic change http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4228038&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fu060757366724u83%2F Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00038-010-0220-xAuthors Mylène Riva, Department of Geography, Durham University, Science Laboratories, South Road, Durham, DH1 3LE UKClare Bambra, Department of Geography, Durham University, Science Laboratories, South Road, Durham, DH1 3LE UKSusan Easton, Department of Geography, Durham University, Science Laboratories, South Road, Durham, DH1 3LE UKSarah Curtis, Department of Geography, Durham University, Science Laboratories, South Road, Durham, DH1 3LE UK Journal International Journal of Public HealthOnline ISSN 1661-8564Print ISSN 1661-8556 (Source: International Journal of Public Health) International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4228038 Tue, 30 Nov 2010 17:51:02 +0100 4228038 A generally applicable cost-effectiveness model for the evaluation of vaccines against cervical cancer http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4206955&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fu2143162101w31pq%2F Conclusion  This succinct cohort model indicated that HPV vaccination would be a cost-effective policy option in France. It uses readily available data and should be generally applicable to the evaluation of HPV vaccination in a variety of countries and settings. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00038-010-0216-6Authors Nadia Demarteau, Health Economics, GlaxoSmithKline Biologicals, Rue de Fleming 20, 1300 Wavre, BelgiumBruno Detournay, Cemka-Eval, Bourg-la-Reine, FranceBertrand Tehard, Laboratoires GlaxoSmithKline, Marly-le-Roi, FranceAbdelkader El Hasnaoui, Laboratoires GlaxoSmithKline, Marly-le-Roi, FranceBaudouin Standaert, Health Economics, GlaxoSmithKline Biologicals, Rue de Fleming 20, 1300 Wavre, Belgium Journal International Journal of Public He... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4206955 Thu, 25 Nov 2010 20:07:07 +0100 4206955 Screen time and physical violence in 10 to 16-year-old Canadian youth http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4206956&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fak3680755323l557%2F Conclusions  Computer and video game use were the screen time measures most strongly related to violence in this large sample of youth. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00038-010-0221-9Authors Ian Janssen, School of Kinesiology and Health Studies, Queen’s University, Kingston, ON K7L 3N6, CanadaWilliam F. Boyce, Department of Community Health and Epidemiology, Queen’s University, Kingston, ON CanadaWilliam Pickett, Department of Community Health and Epidemiology, Queen’s University, Kingston, ON Canada Journal International Journal of Public HealthOnline ISSN 1661-8564Print ISSN 1661-8556 (Source: International Journal of Public Health) International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4206956 Thu, 25 Nov 2010 20:07:05 +0100 4206956 Differences in individual empowerment outcomes of socially disadvantaged women: effects of mode of participation and structural changes in a physical activity promotion program http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4177824&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fn8414wg302401875%2F Conclusions  This study supports the use of multilevel empowerment approaches to health as they help to identify the ideal characteristics that organizations and communities should possess and the potential structural changes required to support individual empowerment. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00038-010-0214-8Authors Ulrike Röger, Institute of Sport Science, University of Augsburg, Universitätsstraße 3, 86135 Augsburg, GermanyAlfred Rütten, Institute of Sport Science and Sport, University of Erlangen-Nuremberg, Erlangen, GermanyAnnika Frahsa, Institute of Sport Science and Sport, University of Erlangen-Nuremberg, Erlangen, GermanyKarim Abu-Omar, Institute of Sport Science and Sport, University of Erlangen-Nuremberg, Erlangen, GermanyAntony Morgan, ... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4177824 Sat, 13 Nov 2010 06:45:59 +0100 4177824 Socio-economic status and psychosocial functioning of internally displaced adolescents and adolescents from Belgrade http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4177823&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fx93h823w61146515%2F Conclusion  Significant differences observed between internally displaced adolescents and adolescents from Belgrade in some components of both socioeconomic status and psychosocial functioning suggest adverse effects of displacement. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00038-010-0211-yAuthors Milos Maksimovic, Faculty of Medicine, Institute of Hygiene and Medical Ecology, University of Belgrade, Dr Subotica 8, Belgrade, SerbiaDusan Backovic, Faculty of Medicine, Institute of Hygiene and Medical Ecology, University of Belgrade, Dr Subotica 8, Belgrade, SerbiaJadranka Maksimovic, Faculty of Medicine, Institute of Epidemiology, University of Belgrade, Belgrade, SerbiaRadojka Kocijancic, Faculty of Medicine, Institute of Hygiene and Medical Ecology, University of Bel... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4177823 Sat, 13 Nov 2010 06:45:59 +0100 4177823 The relationship between social support, shared decision-making and patient’s trust in doctors: a cross-sectional survey of 2,197 inpatients using the Cologne Patient Questionnaire http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4177825&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F6587765585868212%2F Conclusions  Insufficient physician communication skills can lead to extensive negative effects on the trust of patients in their physicians. Thus, it becomes clear that medical support requires not only biomedical, but also psychosocial skills. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00038-010-0212-xAuthors Oliver Ommen, Institute for Medical Sociology, Health Services Research and Rehabilitation Science (IMVR), University of Cologne, Eupener Str. 129, Cologne, GermanySonja Thuem, Institute for Medical Sociology, Health Services Research and Rehabilitation Science (IMVR), University of Cologne, Eupener Str. 129, Cologne, GermanyHolger Pfaff, Institute for Medical Sociology, Health Services Research and Rehabilitation Science (IMVR), University of Cologne, Eupener St... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4177825 Sat, 13 Nov 2010 06:45:57 +0100 4177825 A new section for IJPH: knowledge synthesis, translation and exchange http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4166193&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fg35u2r7002828k47%2F Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00038-010-0218-4Authors Louise Potvin, Université de Montréal, Montréal, CanadaThomas Abel, University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland Journal International Journal of Public HealthOnline ISSN 1661-8564Print ISSN 1661-8556 (Source: International Journal of Public Health) International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4166193 Fri, 12 Nov 2010 08:49:44 +0100 4166193 Factors associated with HIV testing among immigrants in Portugal http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4148319&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F2845004757108606%2F Conclusions  Our results suggest differences between migrant groups regarding HIV testing. Adopting more innovative approaches to HIV testing could improve the efficacy of HIV prevention strategies, especially among vulnerable groups within immigrant population as male and undocumented. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00038-010-0215-7Authors Sónia Dias, Instituto de Higiene e Medicina Tropical, Universidade Nova de Lisboa, Rua da Junqueira, 100, 1349-008 Lisbon, PortugalAna Gama, Instituto de Higiene e Medicina Tropical, Universidade Nova de Lisboa, Rua da Junqueira, 100, 1349-008 Lisbon, PortugalMilton Severo, Department of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Institute of Public Health, University of Porto Medical School, 4200-319 Porto, PortugalHenrique Barros, Dep... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4148319 Sat, 06 Nov 2010 20:21:01 +0100 4148319 Aspects of self differ among physically active and inactive youths http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4142063&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fl1g0045nr8717645%2F Conclusion  Regular physical activity is connected with psychological aspects of self among adolescents, especially girls. Incorporating physical activity into the life of youths on a regular basis might lead to the enhancement of their feelings of self-worth and self-efficacy. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00038-010-0203-yAuthors Zuzana Veselska, Kosice Institute for Society and Health, PJ Safarik University, Kosice, Slovak RepublicAndrea Madarasova Geckova, Kosice Institute for Society and Health, PJ Safarik University, Kosice, Slovak RepublicSijmen A. Reijneveld, Department of Social Medicine, University of Groningen, Groningen, The NetherlandsJitse P. van Dijk, Kosice Institute for Society and Health, PJ Safarik University, Kosice, Slovak Republic ... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4142063 Fri, 05 Nov 2010 10:54:07 +0100 4142063 Trends in maternal mortality in Switzerland among Swiss and foreign nationals, 1969–2006 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4142064&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fe3r5300152j30xl4%2F Conclusions  Immigrant women have a higher risk of maternal mortality than Swiss women. A closer scrutiny of risk factors and quality of care is necessary to identify opportunities for prevention. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00038-010-0213-9Authors Paola Bollini, Services for Medical Research forMed, Evolène, SwitzerlandPhilippe Wanner, LaboDémo, University of Geneva, Geneva, SwitzerlandSandro Pampallona, Services for Medical Research forMed, Evolène, Switzerland Journal International Journal of Public HealthOnline ISSN 1661-8564Print ISSN 1661-8556 (Source: International Journal of Public Health) International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4142064 Thu, 04 Nov 2010 17:49:07 +0100 4142064 Socioeconomic, health, and dietary determinants of multivitamin supplements use in Belgium http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4142066&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fe22m81911612638t%2F Conclusion  A low BMI, healthy diet, regular physical activity, non-smoking status and cultural background were associated with a higher intake of multivitamin supplements. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00038-010-0210-zAuthors Patrick Mullie, Department of Nutrition, Preventive Medicine and Leuven Food Science and Nutrition Research Centre (LFoRCe), Catholic University Leuven, Kapucijnenvoer 35 Bus 7001, 3000 Leuven, BelgiumPeter Clarys, Laboratory for Human Biometrics and Biomechanics, Faculty of Physical Education and Physiotherapy, Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Brussels, BelgiumMieke Hulens, Department of Nutrition, Preventive Medicine and Leuven Food Science and Nutrition Research Centre (LFoRCe), Catholic University Leuven, Kapucijnenvoer 35 Bus 7001, 30... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4142066 Wed, 03 Nov 2010 07:45:09 +0100 4142066 Social determinants in child health: reflections from the Health Behaviour in School-aged Children survey http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4142065&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fep3h2340t6651527%2F Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00038-010-0208-6Authors Veronika Ottova, Research Unit Child Public Health, University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf, Martinistr. 52, W29, 20246 Hamburg, GermanyUlrike Ravens-Sieberer, Research Unit Child Public Health, University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf, Martinistr. 52, W29, 20246 Hamburg, Germany Journal International Journal of Public HealthOnline ISSN 1661-8564Print ISSN 1661-8556 (Source: International Journal of Public Health) International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4142065 Wed, 03 Nov 2010 07:45:09 +0100 4142065 Characteristics of family nucleus as correlates of regular participation in sports among adolescents http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4137686&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fq221nmt444161664%2F Conclusion  Despite the low engagement, family nucleus plays an essential role in the sport practice of our sample of Brazilian adolescents. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00038-010-0207-7Authors Rômulo A. Fernandes, Department of Physical Education, Institute of Biosciences, UNESP Univ Estadual Paulista, Sao Paulo State University, Av 24A, 1515, Rio Claro, Sao Paulo, 13506-900 BrazilFelipe F. Reichert, Superior School of Physical Education, Universidade Federal de Pelotas, Pelotas, Rio Grande do Sul BrazilHenrique Luiz Monteiro, Department of Physical Education, Institute of Biosciences, UNESP Univ Estadual Paulista, Sao Paulo State University, Av 24A, 1515, Rio Claro, Sao Paulo, 13506-900 BrazilIsmael F. Freitas Júnior, Department of Physical Education, UNE... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4137686 Tue, 02 Nov 2010 17:21:12 +0100 4137686 The association between overweight and opportunity structures in the built environment: a multi-level analysis among elementary school youth in the PLAY-ON study http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4137687&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F0j30x735671x2541%2F Conclusions  Developing a better understanding of the school- and student-level characteristics associated with overweight among youth is critical for informing intervention programs and policies. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00038-010-0206-8Authors Scott T. Leatherdale, Department of Population Studies and Surveillance, Cancer Care Ontario, 620 University Avenue, Toronto, ON M5G 2L7, CanadaTheodora Pouliou, MRC Centre of Epidemiology for Child Health, Centre for Paediatric Epidemiology and Biostatistics, UCL Institute of Child Health, London, UKDana Church, Propel Centre for Population Health Impact, University of Waterloo, Waterloo, ON CanadaErin Hobin, Department of Health Studies and Gerontology, University of Waterloo, Waterloo, ON Canada Journ... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4137687 Tue, 02 Nov 2010 17:21:11 +0100 4137687 Health care utilization among first and second generation immigrants and native-born Germans: a population-based study in Germany http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4137688&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F576116j045653q34%2F Conclusions  First generation immigrants show remarkable differences in HCU compared to the native-born Germans and the second generation immigrants. Their HCU seems to be focused on primary care, and access to secondary care might be complicated. It seems relevant to especially pay attention to HCU of first generation immigrants and to support equal access to care for this subgroup. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00038-010-0205-9Authors Heide Glaesmer, Department of Medical Psychology and Sociology, University of Leipzig, Leipzig, GermanyUlla Wittig, Department of Medical Psychology and Sociology, University of Leipzig, Leipzig, GermanyElmar Braehler, Department of Medical Psychology and Sociology, University of Leipzig, Leipzig, GermanyAlexandra Martin, D... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4137688 Sun, 31 Oct 2010 16:48:12 +0100 4137688 Consumption of medicines, alcohol, tobacco and cannabis among university students: a 2-year follow-up http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4114875&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fuq8l55017814150l%2F Conclusions  Our results reveal a very high intake of medicines among university students; most of them are without a medical prescription. Probably, this consumption of medicines is another form of poly-consumption of drugs. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00038-010-0204-xAuthors Francisco Caamaño-Isorna, CIBER de Epidemiología y Salud Pública (CIBERESP), Department of Preventive Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Santiago de Compostela, c/ San Francisco s/n, 15782 Santiago de Compostela, A Coruña SpainNayara Mota, Department of Clinical Psychology and Psychobiology, Faculty Psychology, University of Santiago de Compostela, c/ Xosé María Nuñez s/n, 15782 Santiago de Compostela, A Coruña SpainAlberto Crego, Department of Clinical Psychology ... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4114875 Wed, 27 Oct 2010 05:49:13 +0100 4114875 Regional socioeconomic indicators and ethnicity as predictors of regional infant mortality rate in Slovakia http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4114876&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fl77t13258079610j%2F Conclusions  Living in Roma settlements indicates an accumulation of socioeconomic disadvantage. Health literacy, health-related behaviour and many other factors might contribute to the explanation of the differences in infant mortality, and a better understanding of these processes might help us to design tailored interventions. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00038-010-0199-3Authors Katarina Rosicova, Kosice Self-Governing Region, Department of Regional Development and Land-Use Planning, Kosice, SlovakiaAndrea Madarasova Geckova, Kosice Institute for Society and Health - Graduate School, P.J. Safarik University, Kosice, SlovakiaJitse P. van Dijk, Kosice Institute for Society and Health - Graduate School, P.J. Safarik University, Kosice, SlovakiaJana Kollar... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4114876 Mon, 25 Oct 2010 16:58:13 +0100 4114876 What have we learned? A review of the literature on children’s health and the environment in the Aral Sea area http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4114877&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F47k71646nm2nh262%2F Conclusion  While important questions about the nature of the child health and environment relationships remain to be answered, the literature unequivocally illustrates the seriousness of the public health tragedy and provides sufficient evidence to justify immediate action. Regrettably, international awareness of the crisis continues to be poor, and the level of action addressing the situation is wholly inadequate. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00038-010-0201-0Authors Eric James Crighton, Health and Environment Analysis Laboratory, Department of Geography, University of Ottawa, 60 University Private, Ottawa, ON K1N 6N5, CanadaLynn Barwin, Health and Environment Analysis Laboratory, Department of Geography, University of Ottawa, 60 University Private, Ott... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4114877 Mon, 25 Oct 2010 16:58:12 +0100 4114877 The use of a surveillance system to measure changes in mental health in Australian adults during the global financial crisis http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4094113&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F9511651541501000%2F Conclusion  The overall prevalence of mental health conditions has not increased during the GFC. Some subgroups in the population have been disproportionately impacted by changes in mental health status. The use of a surveillance system enables rapid and specifically targeted public health and policy responses to socioeconomic and environmental stressors, and the evaluation of outcomes. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00038-010-0200-1Authors Zumin Shi, Department of Health, Population Research and Outcome Studies Unit, PO Box 287, Rundle Mall, Adelaide, SA 5000, AustraliaAnne W. Taylor, Department of Health, Population Research and Outcome Studies Unit, PO Box 287, Rundle Mall, Adelaide, SA 5000, AustraliaRobert Goldney, Discipline of Psychiatry and the Hans... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4094113 Thu, 21 Oct 2010 05:55:05 +0100 4094113 Education and depressive symptoms in 22 European countries http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4094114&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fgk5w801x83p80481%2F Conclusion  The results indicate that educational inequalities in depressive symptoms are a generalized although not invariant phenomenon. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00038-010-0202-zAuthors Olaf von dem Knesebeck, Department of Medical Sociology, University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf, Martinistr. 52, 20246 Hamburg, GermanyElise Pattyn, Department of Sociology, Ghent University, Ghent, BelgiumPiet Bracke, Department of Sociology, Ghent University, Ghent, Belgium Journal International Journal of Public HealthOnline ISSN 1661-8564Print ISSN 1661-8556 (Source: International Journal of Public Health) International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4094114 Thu, 21 Oct 2010 05:55:03 +0100 4094114 Communication, social capital and workplace health management as determinants of the innovative climate in German banks http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4071550&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fh841v5l0j2vk7022%2F Conclusions  In order to foster an innovation-friendly climate, organizations should establish shared values. An active step in this direction involves strengthening the organizations’ social capital and communication climate through trustworthy management decisions such as the implementation of a WHM program. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00038-010-0195-7Authors Thorsten Köhler, Institute for Medical Sociology, Health Services Research and Rehabilitation Science (IMVR), Faculty of Human Sciences and Medical Faculty, University of Cologne and Centre for Health Services Research Colgone (ZVFK), Cologne, GermanyChristian Janßen, Institute for Medical Sociology, Health Services Research and Rehabilitation Science (IMVR), Faculty of Human Sciences and Medi... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4071550 Tue, 12 Oct 2010 05:56:29 +0100 4071550 Marginal Structural Models: unbiased estimation for longitudinal studies http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4052777&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fd56kh728633m4u70%2F Conclusions  When both time-varying confounding and mediation are present in a longitudinal setting data, Marginal Structural Models are a useful tool that provides unbiased estimates. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00038-010-0198-4Authors Erica E. M. Moodie, Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, McGill University, 1020 Pine Avenue West, Montreal, QC H3A 1A2, CanadaD. A. Stephens, Department of Mathematics and Statistics, McGill University, 805 Sherbrooke Street West, Montreal, QC H3A 2K6, Canada Journal International Journal of Public HealthOnline ISSN 1661-8564Print ISSN 1661-8556 (Source: International Journal of Public Health) International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4052777 Fri, 08 Oct 2010 05:49:28 +0100 4052777 The social determinants of adolescent smoking in Russia in 2004 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4034681&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F541h532674301641%2F Conclusions  The family environment appears to be an important determinant of adolescent smoking in Russia. In particular, boys and girls may be modelling the negative health behaviour lifestyles of their parents, with unhealthy behaviours clustering. Efforts to reduce adolescent smoking in Russia must address the negative effects emanating from the parental home whilst also addressing associated behaviours such as alcohol use. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00038-010-0196-6Authors Olga Kislitsyna, Institute for Social and Economic Studies of Population, Russian Academy of Sciences, 32 Nakhimovskii Prospect, Moscow, 117218 RussiaAndrew Stickley, Stockholm Center on Health of Societies in Transition (SCOHOST), Södertörn University, 141-89 Huddinge, Sweden... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4034681 Sat, 02 Oct 2010 06:02:40 +0100 4034681 Age differences in associations between psychological distress and chronic conditions http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4026575&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F8n4214k28571831w%2F Conclusions  Young people experience a higher prevalence of PD than older age groups, irrespective of the presence of chronic conditions. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00038-010-0197-5Authors Catherine R. Chittleborough, Population Research and Outcome Studies Unit, SA Health, Level 8, CitiCentre Building, 11 Hindmarsh Square, Adelaide, SA 5000, AustraliaHelen Winefield, Discipline of Psychiatry, University of Adelaide, Adelaide, SA AustraliaTiffany K. Gill, Population Research and Outcome Studies Unit, SA Health, Level 8, CitiCentre Building, 11 Hindmarsh Square, Adelaide, SA 5000, AustraliaCarmen Koster, Population Research and Outcome Studies Unit, SA Health, Level 8, CitiCentre Building, 11 Hindmarsh Square, Adelaide, SA 5000, AustraliaAnne W. Taylor, Popu... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4026575 Fri, 01 Oct 2010 07:15:36 +0100 4026575 Fruits and vegetables consumption and associated factors among in-school adolescents in seven African countries http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4002525&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fj5518q5283343115%2F Conclusion  The results stress the need for intervention programmes aimed at increased consumption of fruits and vegetables, targeting proximal factors such as the family environment, distal factors by aiming at reaching adolescents from lower socio-economic groups and integrating other risk factors such as substance use and mental distress into health promotion among adolescents. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00038-010-0194-8Authors Karl Peltzer, Human Sciences Research Council, Private Bag X41, Pretoria, 0001 South AfricaSupa Pengpid, University of Limpopo, Pretoria, South Africa Journal International Journal of Public HealthOnline ISSN 1661-8564Print ISSN 1661-8556 (Source: International Journal of Public Health) International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4002525 Fri, 24 Sep 2010 17:06:21 +0100 4002525 The inequity in out-of-pocket expenditures for healthcare in Tajikistan: evidence and implications from a nationally representative survey http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3996859&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fj01547183g43w7t5%2F Conclusions  While current economic constraints and the ongoing health sector reform in Tajikistan promote OPE for healthcare utilization, the lack of financial protection against the risk of these conditions should be of major concern to policy-makers. In particular, the problems of OPE, which have been found to place a higher burden on the poor, should be taken into consideration during healthcare reform in Tajikistan. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00038-010-0193-9Authors Nazim N. Habibov, School of Social Work, University of Windsor, Chrysler Hall North, 401 Sunset Avenue, Windsor, ON N9B 3P4, Canada Journal International Journal of Public HealthOnline ISSN 1661-8564Print ISSN 1661-8556 (Source: International Journal of Public Health) International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3996859 Wed, 22 Sep 2010 16:43:02 +0100 3996859 Estimates on severity of alcohol use depend upon methodology http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3981753&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Flt7uq752j860626v%2F Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00038-010-0192-xAuthors Gallus Bischof, Department of Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, Research Group STEP (Substance Abuse: Treatment, Epidemiology and Prevention), University of Luebeck, Ratzeburger Allee 160, 23538 Luebeck, GermanyJennis Freyer-Adam, Institute of Epidemiology and Social Medicine, University of Greifswald, Greifswald, GermanyHans-Jürgen Rumpf, Department of Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, Research Group STEP (Substance Abuse: Treatment, Epidemiology and Prevention), University of Luebeck, Ratzeburger Allee 160, 23538 Luebeck, Germany Journal International Journal of Public HealthOnline ISSN 1661-8564Print ISSN 1661-8556 (Source: International Journal of Public Health) International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3981753 Fri, 17 Sep 2010 16:53:36 +0100 3981753 Using Directed Acyclic Graphs to detect limitations of traditional regression in longitudinal studies http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3979474&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fgj333nr3u775wptt%2F Conclusions  When both time-varying confounding and mediation are present in the data, traditional regression models result in estimates of effect coefficients that are systematically incorrect, or biased. In a companion paper (Moodie and Stephens in Int J Publ Health, 2010b, this issue), we describe a class of models that yield unbiased estimates in a longitudinal setting. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00038-010-0184-xAuthors Erica E. M. Moodie, Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, McGill University, 1020 Pine Avenue West, Montreal, QC H3A 1A2, CanadaD. A. Stephens, Department of Mathematics and Statistics, McGill University, 805 Sherbrooke Street West, Montreal, QC H3A 2K6, Canada Journal International Journal of Public HealthOnline ISSN ... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3979474 Tue, 14 Sep 2010 05:58:43 +0100 3979474 Food perceptions in terms of health among Norwegian-Pakistani women participating in a culturally adapted intervention http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3964179&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fq78580288867t6p3%2F Conclusions  Food perceptions in terms of health were generally in line with public dietary advice, however, with large variation among the women. A culturally adapted intervention had the potential to alter such perceptions. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00038-010-0191-yAuthors Marte Karoline Råberg Kjøllesdal, Department of Nutrition, Institute for Basic Medical Sciences, University of Oslo, Oslo, NorwayVictoria Telle Hjellset, Department of General Practice and Community Medicine, Institute of Health and Society, University of Oslo, Oslo, NorwayBenedikte Bjørge, Department of Nutrition, Institute for Basic Medical Sciences, University of Oslo, Oslo, NorwayGerd Holmboe-Ottesen, Department of General Practice and Community Medicine, Institute of Health ... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3964179 Fri, 10 Sep 2010 16:50:43 +0100 3964179 Hypertension and risk of death from external causes in the Physicians’ Health Study enrollment cohort http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3964180&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F6x486j932u673745%2F Conclusions  The results of our study support this novel hypothesis. Further studies are needed to explore potential causal mechanisms between elevated BP and the risk of external death. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00038-010-0183-yAuthors Paul D. Terry, Department of Public Health, University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN USARobert J. Glynn, Division of Preventive Medicine, Department of Medicine, Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Boston MA, USAJulie E. Buring, Division of Preventive Medicine, Department of Medicine, Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Boston MA, USAHoward D. Sesso, Division of Preventive Medicine, Department of Medicine, Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Boston MA, USA Journal International Journal of Public HealthOnline ISSN 1661-8564Print... International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3964180 Fri, 10 Sep 2010 16:50:34 +0100 3964180 Erratum to: Risk of mental disorders in family reunification migrants and native Danes: a register-based historically prospective cohort study http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3949673&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fv50r737470682g02%2F Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00038-010-0190-zAuthors Marie Norredam, Danish Research Centre on Migration, Ethnicity and Health, Copenhagen, DenmarkAna Garcia-Lopez, Department of Biostatistics, Institute of Public Health, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, DenmarkNiels Keiding, Department of Biostatistics, Institute of Public Health, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, DenmarkAllan Krasnik, Danish Research Centre on Migration, Ethnicity and Health, Copenhagen, Denmark Journal International Journal of Public HealthOnline ISSN 1661-8564Print ISSN 1661-8556 (Source: International Journal of Public Health) International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3949673 Tue, 07 Sep 2010 06:30:19 +0100 3949673 Ethnic differences in health and use of health care: the questions to be answered http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3949672&cid=s_35977_46_f&fid=35977&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F57416v8203228p5p%2F Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00038-010-0189-5Authors Sijmen A. Reijneveld, Department of Health Sciences, University Medical Center Groningen, Groningen, The Netherlands Journal International Journal of Public HealthOnline ISSN 1661-8564Print ISSN 1661-8556 (Source: International Journal of Public Health) International Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3949672 Tue, 07 Sep 2010 06:30:19 +0100 3949672