HPV Vaccination Programs in Low and Middle-Income Countries
What factors most influence the successful implementation of HPV vaccination campaigns in lowest income countries?
Category : Public Health : Health & Medical
Maternal Smoking and the Risk of Still Birth
The findings of this review suggest that women who smoke during pregnancy have an alarmingly increased risk of still birth--and that the more one smokes, the greater the risk.
HPV Vaccination in Sweden: School Nurses' Attitudes
Sweden introduced a school-based HPV vaccination program in 2012, and school nurses are responsible for its administration. What have their experiences been?
The Double Whammy of Chronic Illness in Underserved Populations
The dirty little secret that is finally catching the attention of mainstream America: Medically underserved and minority patients experience worse health outcomes.
Impact of Smoking Bans and Exposure to Secondhand Smoke
The dangers of secondhand smoke are well-known. How important is a full smoking ban in reducing secondhand smoke exposure?
Screen or Not to Screen for Peripheral Arterial Disease
Asymptomatic peripheral arterial disease is associated with greater risk of acute cardiovascular events. Is a one-time screening in high-risk patients cost-effective?
Screen or Not to Screen for Peripheral Arterial Disease
Asymptomatic peripheral arterial disease is associated with greater risk of acute cardiovascular events. Is a one-time screening in high-risk patients cost-effective?
Public Preferences for Vaccine, Antivirals in Flu Outbreak
During the 2009-2010 H1N1 pandemic, many people failed to properly protect themselves by getting vaccinated or taking appropriate antiviral medications. Why not?
An Evaluation of Sit-Stand Desks in an Australian Workplace
Could sit-stand desks help to improve the health of workers in office settings, and help to discourage sedentary behavior?
"Greening" Your Practice
To prevent chronic disease in the 21st century, we need to "green" our practices and our approach to patients' health.
Reducing Disparity in Elderly Vaccination Rates
This study looked at four hypothetical vaccination programs designed to eliminate racial and socioeconomic disparities in elderly vaccination rates. Were they cost effective?
Promoting Physical Health of People With Mental Health Issues
How can public health clinicians help to encourage people with mental health issues to exercise and improve their physical health?
Adequacy of Diabetes Care for Older US Rural Adults
Are older, rural Americans receiving adequate information about the prevalence of type 2 diabetes, and how can clinicians best educate and work with this population group?
Public Health Agencies, Hospitals, and Improved Preparedness
How can public health teams work together to most efficiently prepare for emergencies and to treat the public in these scenarios?
Comparative Effects of Three Heart-Healthy Behaviors on Life Expectancy
What are the relative effects of three key factors--non-smoking, weight reduction, and increasing physical activity--on preventing heart disease and extending life expectancy?
Prevalence and Complications of Diabetes Mellitus in Northern Africa
How prevalent is type 2 diabetes in Northern Africa, and how can clinicians work together to educate the public about the risk factors associated with disease?
The Increasing Burden and Complexity of Multimorbidity
Just how prevalent is multimorbidity? This study estimated the population-based prevalence and trends of multimorbidity across all age groups in a Canadian province.
Noise Exposure and Hypertension: A Silent Relationship
Excessive noise is becoming ubiquitous in our society, both in the workplace and outside of it. Could noise be adversely effecting our blood pressure?
Marital Status and Mortality Among First Acute MI Survivors
Is being married beneficial to long-term mortality in survivors of acute MI? This study examined the impact of a life-partner over a 10-year period.
How Do Adolescents Talk About Self-harm
How open and honest are adolescents about self-harm? Do they reveal when they're in crisis?