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Dietary diversity and iron deficiency anemia among a cohort of singleton pregnancies: a cross-sectional study
BackgroundIron deficiency anemia (IDA) is considered one of the most common medical disorders observed during pregnancy. In low- and middle-income...
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Assessing the impact of small firm dynamics on public mental health amid the pandemic in Latin America
ObjectiveThe aim of our study is to examine the relationship between the economic activity of small firms and the mental well-being of the population...
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Mediated effects of a randomised control trial for a text messaging smoking cessation intervention for online help-seekers and primary care visitors
Background and AimsDigital smoking cessation interventions have been shown to be effective in hel** individuals achieve prolonged smoking...
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Demographic changes in COVID-19 mortality during the pandemic: analysis of trends in disparities among workers using California’s mortality surveillance system
BackgroundThere is limited information on the extent and patterns of disparities in COVID-19 mortality throughout the pandemic. We aimed to examine...
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“If I die for touching him, let me die”: a rapid ethnographic assessment of cultural practices and Ebola transmission in high-risk border regions of Tanzania
BackgroundEbola Virus Disease (EVD) is a rare but contagious disease caused by Ebola Virus (EBOV). The first Ebola outbreaks were reported in the...
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The cost of living crisis – how does it impact the health and life of individuals? A survey exploring perceptions in Italy, Germany, Sweden and the United Kingdom
BackgroundThe Cost of Living Crisis (CoLC), a real term reduction in basic income, risks individuals being unable to afford essentials such as heat,...
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The association between the visceral to subcutaneous abdominal fat ratio and the risk of cardiovascular diseases: a systematic review
BackgroundCardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are the primary cause of mortality globally. The prevalence of obesity is rising worldwide; there seems to...
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Implement social prescribing successfully towards embedding: what works, for whom and in which context? A rapid realist review
BackgroundSome clients who access healthcare services experience problems due to the wider determinants of health which cannot be addressed (solely)...
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Implementing a free lending of sports and leisure equipment service: a cross-sectional survey exploring user characteristics, utilization patterns, and significance among children and youth
BackgroundThe escalating costs of sports equipment, coupled with socioeconomic disparities, hinder children’s participation in physical activities....
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Predictive ability of the health belief model in HIV testing and counselling uptake among youth aged 15–24 in La-Nkwantanang-Madina Municipality, Ghana
BackgroundMajority of new Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)-positive persons in Ghana are aged 15–24. HIV prevalence among persons aged 15–24 years,...
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Learning from an experience, challenges and approaches in the workplace during COVID-19 pandemic: a content analysis of international documents
BackgroundThis study aims to investigate international measures for pandemic control in the workplace based on guidelines from international...
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Association between 29 food groups of diet quality questionnaire and perceived stress in Chinese adults: a prospective study from China health and nutrition survey
PurposeDiet plays a fundamental role in promoting resilience against stress-related disorders. We aimed to examine the overall and sex-specific...
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Cooperative housing under a grant-of-use in Catalonia and health: pre-post analysis
BackgroundHousing is considered a social determinant of health. In Catalonia and Spain, ensuring affordable housing is challenging and cooperative...
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How did COVID-19 pandemic impact on healthy behaviours among Polish professionally active physiotherapists aged 20–50?
BackgroundDue to the introduction of a number of changes to the health care system and the work nature of medical staff, theCOVID-19 pandemic still...
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Analysis of the characteristics, efficiency, and influencing factors of third-party mediation mechanisms for resolving medical disputes in public hospitals in China
BackgroundMedical disputes, which are prevalent in China, are a growing global public health problem. The Chinese government has proposed third-party...
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A cross-sectional survey of first-aid kit equipment in a family in Sichuan, China
PurposeTo examine residents’ first-aid kit preparation and its influencing factors.
DesignCross-sectional survey.
MethodsA questionnaire survey was...
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Evaluating the feasibility and acceptability of a co-designed physical activity intervention for rural middle schoolers: a pilot study
BackgroundLack of physical activity is a concern for children across diverse backgrounds, particularly affecting those in rural areas who face...
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Prevalence and risk factors of human papilloma virus infection among women living with HIV, Egypt, a cross sectional study
BackgroundHPV is considered the most common sexually transmitted infection. It is responsible of 70% of cervical cancers worldwide. HIV infection is...
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Multimorbidity, health Literacy, and quality of life among older adults in an urban slum in India: a community-based cross-sectional study
BackgroundIndia is experiencing a rising burden of chronic disease multimorbidity due to an aging population and epidemiological transition. Older...
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Psychological distress mediates the association between COVID-19-related discrimination and subsequent PTSD symptom severity in healthcare workers: a two-year follow-up study
BackgroundPast research has suggested a cross-sectional association between COVID-19-related discrimination and PTSD symptom severity. However, no...