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 'Scandinavian Journal of Public Health' source. Thu, 09 Feb 2012 07:36:06 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5667596&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22307994%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Medically certified sickness absence was predicted by sciatica and NP, but not by local LBP. The association was accentuated in those with both sciatica and NP. Pain combinations may have a stronger effect on work ability than pain in one location. PMID: 22307994 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5667596 Fri, 03 Feb 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5667596 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5667595&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22307995%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The DP programme in Norway is to a large degree medically oriented, not only judicially but also in practice. Nevertheless, non-medical factors have a bearing on both application rates and application outcome. The control system seems to work in a way that excludes the most marginalised applicants, thus possibly contributing to further marginalisation of already disadvantaged groups. PMID: 22307995 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5667595 Fri, 03 Feb 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5667595 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5667594&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22307996%26dopt%3DAbstract Conclusions. Men with experience of repeat abortions present a picture of vulnerability that should be recognised in the prevention of unintended pregnancies. Increased work opportunities might be one important intervention to reduce the number of abortions. PMID: 22307996 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5667594 Fri, 03 Feb 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5667594 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5667598&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22298748%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: PMID: 22298748 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5667598 Wed, 01 Feb 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5667598 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5667597&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22298749%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: PMID: 22298749 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5667597 Wed, 01 Feb 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5667597 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5469053&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22116137%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: PMID: 22116137 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5469053 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5469053 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5469052&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22116138%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: PMID: 22116138 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5469052 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5469052 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5406885&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22072588%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: PMID: 22072588 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5406885 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5406885 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5406870&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22072589%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: PMID: 22072589 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5406870 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5406870 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5371830&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22042742%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Physical activity was not significantly associated with the low-risk health behaviour, whereas educational aspirations for higher education showed the strongest association. The results support the earlier studies indicating a social gradient in health-related behaviour already in adolescence. PMID: 22042742 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5371830 Mon, 31 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5371830 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5356565&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22031482%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Gender differences exist in harmful mental health associations with regard to exposure to violence. For girls, violence outside the home is a stronger risk factor than violence at home, compared with boys. PMID: 22031482 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5356565 Wed, 26 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5356565 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5356564&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22031483%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Abuse against men is prevalent and men are victimised as patients in health care. Response rate and sampling method did not influence prevalence rates of abuse. Men's victimisation from emotional abuse and abuse in health care was associated with low income and being born outside of the Nordic countries and hence needs to be analysed in the intersections of gender, class, and ethnicity. PMID: 22031483 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5356564 Wed, 26 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5356564 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5356563&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22031484%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The review shows that most of the research on self-help and self-help groups for people with long-lasting health problems or disability is conducted with an interest to improve the professional healthcare system. That is, the health-promotion strategy is mainly considered in the framework of treatment or care settings. This means that self-help in this context does not challenge the dominant biomedical health model. PMID: 22031484 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5356563 Wed, 26 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5356563 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5356567&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22013157%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Among light-to-moderate alcohol drinkers, binge drinking was not associated with risk of IHD and all-cause mortality. Overall, drinking frequency did not appear to be an important determinant of the risk of IHD and all-cause mortality. PMID: 22013157 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5356567 Wed, 19 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5356567 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5356566&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22013158%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Besides socio-demographic characteristics, culture influences patients' expectations regarding general practitioner care quality. However, the role of culture can be more clearly ascribed to the characteristics of the health system which is held as the reference than to the general attitudes on normative orientations. PMID: 22013158 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5356566 Wed, 19 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5356566 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5356570&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22006166%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Paid sick leaves for caregivers that are employed, and hospital-at-home programmes that provide education and surveillance to the patient and his/her family through different phases of the illness, are policy means that both can help the informal caregivers to manage daily life and reduce the pressure on the formal healthcare and long-term care services in the future. PMID: 22006166 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5356570 Mon, 17 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5356570 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5356569&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22006167%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: During the spread of the pandemic flu, a lot of information was propagated chaotically. The information given were not always truthful and often they were interpreted incorrectly or sometimes only partially understood by the population, and this needs to be taken into account for future successful communication in cases of emergency. PMID: 22006167 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5356569 Mon, 17 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5356569 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5356568&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22006168%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Since no secular change in age-adjusted hip fracture incidence was found during the study period, a levelling off in hip fracture incidence is present also in Swedish men. Because BMD on a group level was similar in 1988/89 and 1998/99, changes in other risk factors ought to be either of minor importance or counteracted by changes in different risk factors. PMID: 22006168 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5356568 Mon, 17 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5356568 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5305425&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21983193%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: As the care system in Iceland is now under reconstruction, the important contribution of informal carers must be recognised and taken into account when planning the care of older people. PMID: 21983193 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5305425 Fri, 07 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5305425 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5305424&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21983194%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: There were no differences in psychological health between non-manual employees in higher positions and other employed and self-employed SES groups among men or women. In contrast, the early retired, the unemployed and the category on long-term sick leave had significantly higher odds ratios of poor psychological health among both men and women throughout the multiple analyses. Both economic stress and trust affected this association (i.e., lowered the odds ratios of poor psychological health), but affected by economic stress to a somewhat higher extent. PMID: 21983194 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5305424 Fri, 07 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5305424 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5305428&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21976052%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Our results indicate that smoking cessation programmes and a smoking ban in enclosed public places both in the short term and the long term are cost-effective strategies compared with the status quo. PMID: 21976052 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5305428 Wed, 05 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5305428 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5305427&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21976053%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The present study described the intake of WG as well as the sources of WG in Norway, Sweden and Denmark. Between 16% and 35% met the new recommendations on intake of WG. PMID: 21976053 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5305427 Wed, 05 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5305427 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5305426&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21976054%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: We found a consistent pattern for outpatient visits related to musculoskeletal problems where people with low SES counted more visits and this was most prominent in groups of poor SRH. The results demonstrate the need to apply different morbidity measures when studying inequalities in healthcare utilisation. PMID: 21976054 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5305426 Wed, 05 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5305426 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5292860&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21969328%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Our findings indicate that the use of oral contraceptives among young people and young adults is positively associated with the chlamydia incidence and the abortion rate in these populations in Sweden. PMID: 21969328 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5292860 Mon, 03 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5292860 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5292859&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21969329%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Using a government list of inspected restaurants was found to be a valid and useful alternative to expensive and time-consuming field observation and provided a relatively accurate tool for identifying and locating fast-food restaurants in communities. PMID: 21969329 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5292859 Mon, 03 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5292859 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5292858&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21969330%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: This study indicates that the hand grip/body weight ratio in young adulthood is strongly and inversely associated with men's risk of obtaining a disability pension due to musculoskeletal disorders in later life. However, the risk seems to be mediated through the body weight. The properties of hand grip/body weight ratio should be further evaluated before it can be recommended for use in clinical and epidemiological studies. PMID: 21969330 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5292858 Mon, 03 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5292858 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5292864&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21965476%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Men exempted from compulsory military or civil service comprise an important target group in the prevention of suicide. In order to prevent suicidal behaviour among young men at risk, it is important to address the significance of social support and relationships, and likewise to be aware of early risk indicators such as maternal alcohol-related problems. PMID: 21965476 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5292864 Thu, 29 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5292864 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5292863&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21965477%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The rising MDI score indicates that MDD as well as mental health generally is of public health concern. PMID: 21965477 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5292863 Thu, 29 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5292863 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5292862&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21965478%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The findings imply that, in work health promotion and rehabilitation and efforts to prevent sickness absence due to stress-related disorders, important factors to be considered are job mobility, changes in present work, improved sleep, and control over one's own life. PMID: 21965478 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5292862 Thu, 29 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5292862 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5292861&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21965479%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Randomization of sick leave in general practice in Norway was not viewed as feasible by the GPs themselves because of the importance of clinical judgment, ethical obligations, and the belief that the patients would refuse participation, and thereby, that the doctor-patient relationship would be disturbed. PMID: 21965479 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5292861 Thu, 29 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5292861 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5271408&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21948991%26dopt%3DAbstract Conclusions: Psychosocial problems observed in boys seem to contribute to different alcohol habits in later life. However, the factors eventually involved in the manifestation of problematic drinking patterns through the life course still require further research. PMID: 21948991 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5271408 Mon, 26 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5271408 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5271407&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21948992%26dopt%3DAbstract Conclusions: It is the unique dataset combined with econometric methods that distinguishes our contribution from that of others in the field, thereby offering new insight. Results using statistically sound methods suggest that participation in organized sports has a beneficial effect on children's weight. PMID: 21948992 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5271407 Mon, 26 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5271407 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5271406&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21948993%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Type D personality is related to adverse health outcomes in the working population, mediated by depression, which warrants further research for this personality type. PMID: 21948993 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5271406 Mon, 26 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5271406 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5271405&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21948994%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Future fall-prevention programmes must target older people's needs and acknowledge that there are many ways of perceiving falling. Moreover, elderly individuals' coping strategies are not necessarily productive. Social networks and general practitioners can actively encourage older people to participate in fall-prevention programmes. Such programmes must support older people's need for autonomy, competence and social relations. PMID: 21948994 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5271405 Mon, 26 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5271405 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5271404&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21948995%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Hospital selection is a demanding task for many patients. Policymakers should therefore focus on crafting and implementing tools necessary for supporting uptake of choice in disadvantaged groups. PMID: 21948995 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5271404 Mon, 26 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5271404 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5271403&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21948996%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The study exposed an increase in leisuretime physical activity in time and a positive influence on selected components of health-related variables. The findings confirm the effectiveness of a multi-level intervention programme involving self-determined out-of-school physical activity planning for school-age youths, indicating the importance of personal and social context. PMID: 21948996 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5271403 Mon, 26 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5271403 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5271412&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21948976%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Links between mental health and cognitive social capital indicate that social support and trust may be important factors to consider when developing interventions to promote mental health and prevent mental disorders among older adults. PMID: 21948976 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5271412 Thu, 22 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5271412 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5271411&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21948977%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Differences in physical activity patterns among Inuit in Greenland included decreasing time spent on domestic and occupational physical activity and increasing time spent on sedentary activities along with social change. Knowledge of changes in physical activity patterns in relation to social transition is important in prevention of obesity, type 2 diabetes and lifestyle diseases. PMID: 21948977 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5271411 Thu, 22 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5271411 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5271410&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21948978%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Vallgårda S Abstract The concept lifestyle disease is used about a number of different diseases such as coronary heart disease, diabetes, lung cancer etc. The concept indicates that people's behaviours cause the diseases. This is only partly true. All diseases, both so-called lifestyle diseases and infectious diseases, have multiple causes. Singling out only one type of causes, such as is implied in the concept of lifestyle diseases can lead prevention to focus only on changing people s behaviours or lifestyles, and thus to neglect other possibilities to improve health. Mortality due to chronic diseases has increased during the last century and the main cause behind this is the decrease in the mortality in infectious diseases among younger people. More people live long en... Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5271410 Thu, 22 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5271410 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5271409&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21948979%26dopt%3DAbstract Conclusions: The results demonstrated that RDS is a robust sampling method in the study of migrant workers. Despite its potential utility, it is also important to recognize and mitigate potential limitations, such as geographic proximity. PMID: 21948979 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5271409 Thu, 22 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5271409 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5237678&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21930618%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The familial aggregation of schizophrenia was reduced by higher age at onset, advancing paternal age and immigrant status of parents. PMID: 21930618 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5237678 Mon, 19 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5237678 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5237677&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21930619%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Most expectant parents perceived their general health as good, although this perception was less for women than men. Being overweight and having a non-health-enhancing lifestyle were more common for men than women. Thus, there is need for more powerful health-promoting interventions for expectant parents. PMID: 21930619 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5237677 Mon, 19 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5237677 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5212504&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21893604%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Risk of stroke mortality was highest in the lowest income group, with a gradient for the intermediate groups, in both women and men. The risk of mortality from BI was highest in women with the lowest income and the risk of ICH was highest in men with the lowest income. PMID: 21893604 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5212504 Mon, 05 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5212504 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5212503&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21893605%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: We conclude that about one-quarter of men and one-fifth of women are considered as inactive, based on the number of daily total steps. Our results suggest that total steps may provide a very different picture of activity from aerobic steps; important differences are evident by socioeconomic position and day of the week. PMID: 21893605 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5212503 Mon, 05 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5212503 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5212502&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21893606%26dopt%3DAbstract Conclusions: Differences in academic achievement may have an impact on adolescents' self-efficacy beliefs and the intention to smoke in the future. To reduce health inequalities a strong input on continuing research to improve smoking prevention methods, especially for students with low academic achievement, is needed. PMID: 21893606 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5212502 Mon, 05 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5212502 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5212501&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21893607%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Totally smoke-free workplaces give better protection against the exposure to SHS than workplaces with designated smoking areas. We urge a law reform that does not allow any designated smoking rooms indoors. In the prevention of SHS exposure, special attention should be directed to small workplaces. PMID: 21893607 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5212501 Mon, 05 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5212501 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5212500&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21893608%26dopt%3DAbstract Conclusions: The risk of DP due to MSD and OA seemed to be influenced by comorbidities, educational level and social class. Analyses of twin pairs discordant for DP confirmed the results. Accumulated health problems and chronic conditions during the life course may lead to permanent work incapacity. PMID: 21893608 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5212500 Mon, 05 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5212500 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5170125&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21859784%26dopt%3DAbstract Conclusions: The assessments from medical specialists in social medicine on work ability and thereby occupational possibilities show much variation. The results of the present study demonstrate that there is much room for improving agreement on these assessments. PMID: 21859784 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5170125 Sun, 21 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5170125 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5131325&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21803795%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Ahlmark N PMID: 21803795 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5131325 Sun, 31 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5131325 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5131324&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21803796%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: PMID: 21803796 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5131324 Sun, 31 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5131324 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5084321&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21752848%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: This study suggests that caregivers to care recipients with a mental and especially a combination of mental and somatic illnesses have a higher subjective caregiver burden compared with caregivers to care recipients with a somatic illness. Because the study is not representative of all caregivers, more research focusing on identifying and contacting informal caregivers is needed to confirmthe result. PMID: 21752848 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5084321 Tue, 12 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5084321 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5084320&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21752849%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Psychological distress measured by the GHQ-12 is associated with all-cause mortality risk during an 11-year observation time. This is mainly due to excess mortality among distressed men. PMID: 21752849 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5084320 Tue, 12 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5084320 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5084319&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21752850%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The empirical model for a regional PHSF can be characterized by its 1) products, 2) content and design, and 3) underlying process and organization. This empirical model can be seen as a first step in the direction of a generic model for regional public health reporting. PMID: 21752850 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5084319 Tue, 12 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5084319 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5084326&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21737477%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: With the considerably large proportion at high risk -one in five individuals - it is worthwhile considering increasing the attention given to identify high risk individuals. Applying the interventions suggested in the ESC Guidelines to high risk individuals could potentially reduce CVD mortality in Denmark. PMID: 21737477 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5084326 Wed, 06 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5084326 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5084327&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21733963%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The present study suggests that the gender composition in the workplace has an impact on the risk of LSA, especially among women. Our findings lend no support for Kanter's theory on the effects of being a token. Most likely, women's and men's different status positions have an impact on the different associations found. PMID: 21733963 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5084327 Tue, 05 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5084327 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5084329&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21730008%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The recent decline in utilization of dental care and in the socioeconomic gap may mirror improvements in oral health. However, there are still relevant and persistent disparities in utilization of dental care in both countries, with a higher proportion of people of higher socioeconomic status visiting the dentist. PMID: 21730008 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5084329 Mon, 04 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5084329 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5084328&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21730009%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Our analysis shows how public health genomics gets constituted differently in different countries and, moreover, produces particular patterns of inclusion and exclusion from care. These patterns indicate a paradox in public health genomics, which consists of an inverse relationship between the use of advanced molecular genetic testing technologies and the number and variety of individuals at risk included in the target population. This paradox presents a challenge for professionals and policy makers in public health genomics. PMID: 21730009 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5084328 Mon, 04 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5084328 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5084331&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21727146%26dopt%3DAbstract Conclusions: Subjective reports of the economic impact from an indoor ban on smoking are influenced by attitudes towards smoke-free policies and should not be considered as a valid measure of the economic effect. PMID: 21727146 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5084331 Sun, 03 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5084331 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5084330&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21727147%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The findings of this study highlight the importance of practical national guidelines concerning vertical prioritization, also as an important measure to make prioritization more distinct and transparent. The physicians further had a need for tools to increase patients' awareness of their health. The findings of this study also showed that an awareness of the actual costs involved might increase the responsibility among both physicians and patients. The physicians' lack of support structures implies an urgent need for practical national guidelines, especially concerning vertical prioritization. This will also make prioritization appear clear and transparent for citizens. PMID: 21727147 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5084330 Sun, 03 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5084330 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5084325&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21742957%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Waldau S, Lindholm L PMID: 21742957 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5084325 Thu, 30 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5084325 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5084324&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21742958%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: PMID: 21742958 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5084324 Thu, 30 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5084324 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5084323&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21742959%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: PMID: 21742959 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5084323 Thu, 30 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5084323 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5084322&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21742960%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: PMID: 21742960 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5084322 Thu, 30 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5084322 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4993142&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21719529%26dopt%3DAbstract Conclusions: Primary care is an active channel in healthcare for MRP, with CHC taking the lead. With the reimbursement system, there should hardly be financial barriers to access the healthcare system. However, due to the high probability of non-use (0.66), this system cannot substantially contribute to lowering financial barriers. The complexity of the system prevents it from being used properly and leads to undesirable alternatives. PMID: 21719529 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4993142 Wed, 29 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4993142 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4993143&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21705412%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Rural environments support PA in children but not that of adolescents. Town and fringe areas with mixed elements of rural and urban land use appear to facilitate and sustain PA in both children and adolescents. PMID: 21705412 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4993143 Thu, 23 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4993143 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4893260&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21596941%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Jørgensen L, Morseth B, Andreassen M, Jacobsen BK PMID: 21596941 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4893260 Tue, 31 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4893260 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4893259&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21596942%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: PMID: 21596942 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4893259 Tue, 31 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4893259 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4893258&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21596943%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: PMID: 21596943 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4893258 Tue, 31 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4893258 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4893257&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21596944%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: PMID: 21596944 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4893257 Tue, 31 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4893257 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4893256&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21596945%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: PMID: 21596945 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4893256 Tue, 31 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4893256 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4893255&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21622677%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Socioeconomic position did not seem to have any impact on the effectiveness of lifestyle intervention in individuals at high risk for T2D, which is encouraging from the point of view of reducing health inequalities. PMID: 21622677 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4893255 Thu, 26 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4893255 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4893254&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21622678%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Total abstinence rates are highly consistent over time and seem to change little with changes in systems of care. However, changes in care that improve access to treatment may reduce the overall burden of opioid addiction to both individuals and society. PMID: 21622678 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4893254 Thu, 26 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4893254 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4848229&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21558297%26dopt%3DAbstract Conclusions: We found no indication that being unemployed during pregnancy benefits or endangers the health of the child. Within the subgroups of unemployed women, we observed that women receiving unemployment and sickness or maternity benefits were at higher risk for some adverse pregnancy outcomes. PMID: 21558297 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4848229 Mon, 09 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4848229 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4791680&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21502219%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: PMID: 21502219 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4791680 Sat, 30 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4791680 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4791679&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21502220%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: PMID: 21502220 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4791679 Sat, 30 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4791679 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4791678&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21511874%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Through empowerment, workshops, and home visits aimed to increase their consciousness and knowledge, the participating mothers' precautions taken against child injuries in the home improved. It is of great importance that a framework for considering the problem of burn and scald injuries to children is presented from a preventive perspective which, in combination with evidence-based interventions, may enable the creation of injury prevention programmes for implementation by the community health care. PMID: 21511874 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4791678 Wed, 20 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4791678 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4791677&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21511875%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: A framework taking comorbidity, frailty, and cardiovascular risk into account could constitute a foundation for consensus-based guidelines for frail elderly heart patients. From a priority setting perspective, it is reasonable to believe that the framework is applicable to other groups of elderly patients with acute disease and complex needs. PMID: 21511875 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4791677 Wed, 20 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4791677 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4681389&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21459872%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The hospitalisation of the elderly has implications for the QOL in terms of life satisfaction, but general physical and psychological health seems to have an even stronger impact on life satisfaction. The prevention of the deterioration of physical and mental health in old age seems to be essential for a good life. PMID: 21459872 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4681389 Thu, 31 Mar 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4681389 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4681390&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21444353%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The results suggest that high episiotomy rate provided protection from OASR among both groups of women. Among the multiparous women, the 2.4-fold risk of OASR related to episiotomy at an individual level might be explained by confounding by indication, since episiotomy was performed more often to women at a high risk of OASR. PMID: 21444353 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4681390 Sun, 27 Mar 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4681390 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4681391&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21436205%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Principals must be convinced of the importance of a written sun policy. A mailed reminder containing arguments about its importance to accompany the draft sun policy might reinforce the formulation and implementation of sun policies nationwide. PMID: 21436205 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4681391 Thu, 24 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4681391 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4681393&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21429989%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Systematic increase in the prevalence of overweight and obesity in the Polish population reflects a problem growing for decades, manifested in the increase in the number of people hospitalised due to obesity. PMID: 21429989 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4681393 Wed, 23 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4681393 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4681392&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21429990%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The Swedish version of FRAX without BMD is applicable to Danish women. PMID: 21429990 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4681392 Wed, 23 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4681392 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4681396&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21427147%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The programme is a promising health-promoting component in prevention and care for people with screen-detected dysglycaemia, as it attracted four of 10 people and had effects on motivation and perceived competence. PMID: 21427147 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4681396 Tue, 22 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4681396 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4681395&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21427148%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Register-based research can be done without risk of unwanted disclosure of personal data and it involves no invasive procedures. It is a valuable gift given by the people to be used for the people. PMID: 21427148 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4681395 Tue, 22 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4681395 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4681394&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21427149%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: This study suggests that demographic and socioeconomic inequalities in morbidity exist in Serbia. Wise and comprehensive health policies and interventions for reducing these inequalities are urgently needed which primarily focus on the most disadvantaged socioeconomic groups. PMID: 21427149 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4681394 Tue, 22 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4681394 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4627058&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21406476%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Serum cotinine concentration is a useful predictor for development of obstruction. Smoking history alone may be insufficient in risk factor studies focusing on smoking-related diseases. PMID: 21406476 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4627058 Tue, 15 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4627058 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4627057&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21406477%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: In the total sample, LTRs experienced more psychological distress and reported poorer HRQoL than the general population. Clinically meaningful levels of psychological distress occurred more frequently in LTRs than general population. The LTRs and the general population with psychological distress rated both the physical and mental components of HRQoL lower than LTRs and general population without psychological distress. PMID: 21406477 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4627057 Tue, 15 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4627057 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4627056&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21406478%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Healthcare service utilisation exercised by the elderly across European districts was found to be highly variable and showed a clear distinction between north-western and south-eastern Europe; this is in line with differences in self-rated health. PMID: 21406478 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4627056 Tue, 15 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4627056 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4627055&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21406479%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: While the position of evaluation is almost always more complicated than is assumed in so-called rational policymaking theory, mental health appears to be even more challenging in this respect. Possibilities for alternative evaluation strategies should be studied further. PMID: 21406479 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4627055 Tue, 15 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4627055 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4627054&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21406480%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: A combination of environmental and social factors is important in both encouraging and discouraging PA and should be taken into account when seeking to enhance PA of young people. PMID: 21406480 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4627054 Tue, 15 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4627054 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4627053&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21406481%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: There was a time difference between the outbreaks in the metropolitan areas and the rest of the country. This can be utilised to improve outbreak detection. PMID: 21406481 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4627053 Tue, 15 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4627053 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4627059&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21398334%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Health care was perceived as equal to other Swedish citizens and problems experienced were not explained by refugee backgrounds. Lack of information from care providers and being sent to various levels of care created feelings of a lack of overall medical responsibility. PMID: 21398334 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4627059 Fri, 11 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4627059 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4562852&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21382840%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The risk for future DP was more than 40% higher among those initially on sickness absence due to OAD than among other sickness absentees. PMID: 21382840 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4562852 Mon, 07 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4562852 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4562851&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21382854%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Gottlieb Hansen AB, Hvidtfeldt UA, Grønbæk M, Becker U, Søgaard Nielsen A, Schurmann Tolstrup J A) To qualify the existing estimates of the prevalence of heavy drinking, harmful alcohol use and alcohol dependency by applying adjustment for non-participation. B) To describe socio-demographic correlates of heavy drinkers. PMID: 21382854 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4562851 Tue, 01 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4562851 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4562850&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21382855%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Lecerof SS, Westerling R, Moghaddassi M, Ostergren PO Modifiable risk factors for cardiovascular disease include overweight, which is prevented by healthy diet and physical activity. Recently settled migrants may have varying levels of exposure to health information. Therefore, the objectives of this study were to explore the associations between self-reported information on healthy diet and on physical activity and overweight and the possible modification of this association by educational level among recently settled Iraqi migrants in Sweden. PMID: 21382855 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4562850 Tue, 01 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4562850 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4562849&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21382856%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Fors S, Lennartsson C, Lundberg O The aim of the present study was to investigate the impact of childhood living conditions, marital status, and social class in adulthood on the risk of mortality during mid-life. Two questions were addressed: Is there an effect of childhood living conditions on mortality risk during mid-life and if so, is the effect mediated or modified by social class and/or marital status in adulthood? PMID: 21382856 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4562849 Tue, 01 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4562849 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4562848&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21382857%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Hammarström A, Gustafsson PE, Strandh M, Virtanen P, Janlert U Research often fails to ascertain whether men and women are equally hit by the health consequences of unemployment. The aim of this study was to analyze whether men's self-reported health and health behaviour were hit more by unemployment than women's in a follow-up of the Northern Swedish Cohort. PMID: 21382857 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4562848 Tue, 01 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4562848 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4562847&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21382858%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: PMID: 21382858 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4562847 Tue, 01 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4562847 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4562846&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21382859%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: PMID: 21382859 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4562846 Tue, 01 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4562846 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4562855&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21343312%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: In a consecutive sample of sickness certificates, it was shown that information on functioning is scarce. When functioning was described, it was mainly body oriented. PMID: 21343312 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4562855 Tue, 22 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4562855 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4562854&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21343313%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The study shows a clear Matthew effect on people's ability to continue to work after heart disease as low-income groups and people with emotional problems are more at risk of dropping out of work. This Matthew effect was, however, only explained by the motivational difficulties for the association between emotional distress and dropping out of work and not for the impact of household income on the likelihood of leaving work. PMID: 21343313 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4562854 Tue, 22 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4562854 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4562853&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21343314%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: This study supports that among men, father's SEP influences the development of obesity later in adult life. PMID: 21343314 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4562853 Tue, 22 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4562853 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4507877&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21339369%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: To decrease the incidence of neonatal and maternal morbidity related to rubella, varicella, toxoplasma, and hepatitis B in our Pakistani immigrant population, we should intensify our rubella antenatal screening programme and focus upon rubella vaccination postpartum. We should offer varicella-seronegative women immunisation, advise toxoplasma-seronegative women to avoid visit to their home country during pregnancy, and give hepatitis B vaccine to all newborns regardless of maternal HBsAg status. PMID: 21339369 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4507877 Mon, 21 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4507877 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4507884&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21321042%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: During a mild to moderate pandemic, outpatients and children need more attention. During a severe pandemic, inpatients and working adults will be the focus. PMID: 21321042 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4507884 Mon, 14 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4507884 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4507883&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21321043%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The results of our study encourage the continued use of a setting-orientated safety promotion approach in which residents and other stakeholders are involved. The policy recommendation that can be drawn from the study is that both the subjective and objective dimensions of safety should be identified and considered when developing local safety promotion interventions in community contexts. PMID: 21321043 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4507883 Mon, 14 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4507883 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4507882&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21321044%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Our findings indicate that Lithuanian GPs frequently violate adolescents' right to confidential health services. The study highlights the need for a comprehensive strategy to strengthen the confidentiality of sexual and reproductive health services for this group in Lithuanian primary care. PMID: 21321044 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4507882 Mon, 14 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4507882 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4507881&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21321045%26dopt%3DAbstract Conclusions: Temporary employment may have adverse effects on self-rated health and psychological health after adjustment for previous health status and sociodemographic variables. Our findings indicate that low cash margin and job insecurity may partially mediate the association between temporary employment and health status. PMID: 21321045 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4507881 Mon, 14 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4507881 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4507880&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21321046%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The results of the present study show that a poorer self-rated health is a predictor for dropout, not only from the eldercare two years after qualification, but from the labour market as a whole. However, the results were less consistent regarding the predictive effect of a detrimental lifestyle on dropout. PMID: 21321046 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4507880 Mon, 14 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4507880 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4507879&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21321047%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The wide use of OHS and both the type and similarities between factors associated with visits may signify that both OH physicians and OH nurses are likely to encounter work-related health problems through primary care in OHS. PMID: 21321047 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4507879 Mon, 14 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4507879 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4507878&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21321048%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Although Cryptosporidium is seldom considered as an aetiological agent of gastrointestinal illness in Norway, this outbreak indicates that it should not be excluded. In this cryptosporidiosis outbreak, the largest in Norway to date, the transmission vehicle was not definitively identified, but a food handler, water, and animal contact could not be excluded. We recommend improving hand hygiene routines, boiling drinking water, and emphasise that people who are unwell, particularly those working in catering, should stay away from work. PMID: 21321048 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4507878 Mon, 14 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4507878 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4450827&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21266586%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Kamper-Jørgensen F PMID: 21266586 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4450827 Tue, 01 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4450827 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4450826&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21266587%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Reine I, Novo M, Hammarström A There is a lack of empirical studies assessing the possible impact of active labour market programmes (ALMP) on health. The aim of this study was to analyze whether participation in ALMP, in contrast to being unemployed and not participating in ALMP (UNALMP), was related to mental health at different ages. PMID: 21266587 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4450826 Tue, 01 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4450826 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4450825&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21266588%26dopt%3DAbstract This study examines the relationship between norm compliance and self-reported health in adolescents, and how this differs between genders. Our specific aim was to investigate if extremely high norm compliance revealed any particular health patterns. PMID: 21266588 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4450825 Tue, 01 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4450825 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4450824&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21266589%26dopt%3DAbstract We examined current travel to, and sun-related behaviour of Danes at, sunny destinations in relation to their risk for sunburn. Method: A population-based sample of 11,158 respondents aged 15-59 years completed three questionnaires in 2007-2009 that included items on exposure to ultraviolet radiation. Using logistic regression analysis we examined the relations between sunny vacations, sun-related behaviour, demographic factors and risk for sunburn. PMID: 21266589 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4450824 Tue, 01 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4450824 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4450823&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21266590%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Ostberg AL, Wikstrand I, Bengtsson Boström K To explore patients' experiences of very low calorie diet (VLCD) and subsequent corset treatment of obesity in a primary care setting, and to explore their perceptions of factors influencing weight control. PMID: 21266590 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4450823 Tue, 01 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4450823 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4450822&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21266591%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: PMID: 21266591 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4450822 Tue, 01 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4450822 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4450821&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21266592%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: PMID: 21266592 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4450821 Tue, 01 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4450821 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4450816&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21273225%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The results indicate that women tend to perceive breast cancer screening as a reassuring preventive initiative. Alternatively, the results indicate that the lack of invitation to breast cancer screening may have a negative psychosocial impact. PMID: 21273225 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4450816 Thu, 27 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4450816 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4450815&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21273226%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: This review gives at hand that a rather small but reliable evidence base supports the effectiveness and appropriateness of NAT as a relevant resource for public health. Significant improvements were found for varied outcomes in diverse diagnoses, spanning from obesity to schizophrenia. Recommendations for specific areas of future research of the subject are provided. PMID: 21273226 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4450815 Thu, 27 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4450815 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4450814&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21273227%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: This exploratory study seeks to plead for the need for cross-nationally comparable LTPA data and more sophisticated research in order to understand the role of macro-economic environments, with a special focus on policy-related variables and gender-specific differences. PMID: 21273227 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4450814 Thu, 27 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4450814 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4450813&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21273228%26dopt%3DAbstract Conclusions: Assessing the stages of change in weight management by using pictures as vignettes is easy to carry out, and feasible. The descriptions of the stages of change were parallel with the changes in restriction of food and changes in weight. PMID: 21273228 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4450813 Thu, 27 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4450813 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4450812&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21273229%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: SMA alerted the DNs to patients' attitudes about medication and empowered them in identifying elderly patients who had unsafe medication management. SMA was also perceived as a useful assessment tool by the DNs. PMID: 21273229 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4450812 Thu, 27 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4450812 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4450828&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21262853%26dopt%3DAbstract Conclusions: Gender differences in the association between gender role-related attitudes and early sexual intercourse were observed among 15 to 16-year-olds in Estonia. Smoking and experience of drunkenness were strongly related to sexual intercourse for both genders. PMID: 21262853 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4450828 Wed, 26 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4450828 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4450820&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21270137%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Sundström J, Byberg L, Gedeborg R, Michaëlsson K, Berglund L New risk factors for various diseases are suggested at an increasing pace, with promise of clinical usefulness for risk prediction, but almost unvaryingly without formal testing of that property. We propose that a risk factor clinically relevant for risk prediction can be defined as one that correctly alters predicted risk to a clinically relevant extent in persons with a relevant absolute risk, such that it affects clinical decision making. We recommend that investigators who suggest a new risk factor for clinical use investigate if the new risk factor adds capacity to discriminate between persons who will subsequently experience the outcome from those who will not. For that purpose, we provide tools for calculati... Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4450820 Wed, 26 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4450820 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4450819&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21270138%26dopt%3DAbstract Conclusions: Immigrant GPs express broad cultural competence and keen cultural awareness in their consultations. The immigrant background of these GPs could be considered as a special resource for clinical practice. PMID: 21270138 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4450819 Wed, 26 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4450819 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4450818&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21270139%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The study highlights marked differences in the way individuals explain their own weight gain. These differences relate to gender and, to some degree, social background. The findings may both inform and challenge public health promotion. PMID: 21270139 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4450818 Wed, 26 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4450818 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4450817&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21270140%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Considerable differences between municipalities exist, but these cannot be exhaustively explained. Behind the differences are probably factors which are difficult to describe and quantify, such as historical developments and political realities. PMID: 21270140 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4450817 Wed, 26 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4450817 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4450829&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21262852%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: This study of all physicians in Sweden shows that physicians primarily attain competence in sickness certification in their daily clinical practice; through contacts with colleagues and patients. PMID: 21262852 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4450829 Mon, 24 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4450829 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4450835&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21257644%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: A reasonably good participation rate and almost complete coverage of allergy tests were achieved thanks to successful cooperation with the child health clinics and test laboratories. This baseline study forms a representative database to estimate the occurrence of food-associated symptoms, physician-diagnosed food allergies and allergy testing in the general population. PMID: 21257644 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4450835 Fri, 21 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4450835 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4450834&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21257645%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The database from DANHES 2007-2008 is unique in its size and diversity of measurements and questionnaire contents. Data can be linked to various registers through the Danish civil registration system, and blood samples are stored in a biobank allowing for genetic analyses. Hence, DANHES 2007-2008 forms the basis for future research projects with a focus on health behaviour and prevention of lifestyle-related diseases. PMID: 21257645 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4450834 Fri, 21 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4450834 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4450833&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21257646%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Basically, the Mandarin version of SF-36 is a reliable instrument, although minor modifications are needed. The health-related quality of life in Chinese people were quite high based on the sample of five cities in China; further research is needed to establish the countrywide norm of health-related quality of life in mainland China. PMID: 21257646 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4450833 Fri, 21 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4450833 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4450832&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21257647%26dopt%3DAbstract Conclusions : The medical and economic burden of OM is considerable to individual families as well as to society in Sweden. This study has filled a gap in the knowledge base on the impact of OM on society. PMID: 21257647 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4450832 Fri, 21 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4450832 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4450831&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21257648%26dopt%3DAbstract Conclusions: Based on this natural experiment we were not able to document statistically significant differences in total costs between treatment sites that had guidelines recommending pharmacogenetic testing, relative to sites without such guidelines, over a period of one year. However, guidelines of pharmacogenetic testing and possibly also therapeutic drug monitoring seem to lead to reductions in costs for primary care services. In the case of the former, reductions do, however, seem to be outweighed by increases in costs for psychiatric and non-psychiatric inpatient stays. In conclusion, no statistically significant differences in total direct costs across sites with different treatment strategies were found. PMID: 21257648 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian ... Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4450831 Fri, 21 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4450831 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4450830&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21257649%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: This study has contributed to an increase in self-awareness and consciousness, well-being and health for the majority of the participants in the study. It has brought to the level of consciousness forms of "expert" practice that may otherwise have occurred tacitly. Implementation of future health promotion and rehabilitation programmes ought to strengthen their focus on musical, cultural and physical activity both at an individual level and within local communities. PMID: 21257649 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4450830 Fri, 21 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4450830 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4386843&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21247970%26dopt%3DAbstract Conclusions: The most important finding is that excess mortality among homeless men and women in Stockholm is entirely related to alcohol and drug abuse. PMID: 21247970 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4386843 Wed, 19 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4386843 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4386845&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21239478%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Interpretation of the results is complex, since the relative contributions to the observed inequalities of the work environment and, for example, differences in inclination to start a family or in proneness to seek treatment are difficult to resolve. Withstanding shortcomings and limitations, register data of fertility treatment offers a possibility to suggest industries for further investigation of reproductive health. PMID: 21239478 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4386845 Fri, 14 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4386845 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4386844&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21239479%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: We find that our proposal for compensated deceased donation is compatible with the values of the Swedish healthcare system, and therefore merits serious consideration. It is however important to acknowledge issues relating to coercion, commodification and loss of public trust and the ethical challenges that they might pose. PMID: 21239479 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4386844 Fri, 14 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4386844 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4144073&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21056954%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The use of a phenomenographic design which captured the variation in perceptions of the habit of using khat among Somali immigrants' living in Swedish society is helpful in guiding individual strategies in health promotion activities. PMID: 21056954 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4144073 Fri, 05 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4144073 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4023761&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20855356%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Nearly two-thirds of the participants actively commuted to school. ACS may provide an opportunity to increase levels of daily PA, especially in boys, and cardiorespiratory fitness, especially if cycling. Public health strategies should develop and test ACS patterns to get more evidence and promote bike-friendly environments. PMID: 20855356 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4023761 Sun, 19 Sep 2010 23:00:00 +0100 4023761 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4023760&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20855357%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The mixed method design allows for a more comprehensive understanding of RTW by triangulating qualitative and quantitative methods. PMID: 20855357 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4023760 Sun, 19 Sep 2010 23:00:00 +0100 4023760 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3987405&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20851845%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Health status does not play a systematic role for non-response rates in health interview surveys, but the non-response rate is higher in lower socio-economic groups. Analyses of non-response should be performed to understand the implications of survey findings. PMID: 20851845 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3987405 Thu, 16 Sep 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3987405 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3987404&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20851846%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The muscular fitness of 13-16-year old adolescents slightly improved over time. Organised LTPA showed a stronger association with muscular fitness in 2001 than in 1976. Due to increased polarisation in fitness, in health promotion more attention should be paid on adolescents' health-related fitness and its association to LTPA. PMID: 20851846 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3987404 Thu, 16 Sep 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3987404 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3987403&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20851847%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: This study suggests that urbanisation and its associated economic advancement as well as changes in dietary habits are among the most important determinants of overweight and obesity in Kenyan women. PMID: 20851847 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3987403 Thu, 16 Sep 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3987403 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3987402&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20851848%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: By joining various datasets developed in different disciplinary traditions new possibilities for interdisciplinary research on ageing emerge. PMID: 20851848 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3987402 Thu, 16 Sep 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3987402 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3987409&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20846995%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Deliberate self-harm is common and more frequently reported by girls than boys. Psychological distress, experiences of different types of violence, and school-related factors (academic, social and safety-related), should be considered risk factors for DSH in young people. Findings can be applied to health-promotion policy and interventions in various contexts, for example schools. PMID: 20846995 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3987409 Wed, 15 Sep 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3987409 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3987408&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20846996%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: More precise guidelines are needed for fetal sex determination in healthcare organisation. PMID: 20846996 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3987408 Wed, 15 Sep 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3987408 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3987407&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20846997%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: IDQ reflects dietary intake of key foods and nutrients associated with health and depicts adherence to dietary recommendations. It is applicable in nutritional studies where diet in its entirety is of interest and also in large-scale studies, being fast in execution with analysis free of complex calculations. PMID: 20846997 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3987407 Wed, 15 Sep 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3987407 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3987406&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20846998%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Low political trust in the Riksdag seems to be independently associated with external health locus of control. PMID: 20846998 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3987406 Wed, 15 Sep 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3987406 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3969686&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20833706%26dopt%3DAbstract Conclusions: The underlying reason for participating in a DSME was the participants' experience of having insufficient information about their diabetes, which led to practical problems and emotional insecurity. Being aware of the patients' reasons for participating can help professionals keep a focus which is more consistent with patients' needs. PMID: 20833706 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3969686 Thu, 09 Sep 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3969686 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3947397&cid=s_30983_46_f&fid=30983&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20823045%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Sweden seems to have reached a steady state regarding overweight and obesity. It would probably be fruitful to further discuss life-style issues, such as diet and physical activity, in the Swedish healthcare system and how to deal with the social gradient. PMID: 20823045 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Public Health) Scandinavian Journal of Public Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3947397 Mon, 06 Sep 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3947397