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Who is providing HIV testing services? The profile of lay counsellors providing HIV testing services in Johannesburg, South Africa in the treat-all era
BackgroundLay counsellors are critical in sustaining access to HIV testing services (HTS) and psychosocial support for persons living with HIV...
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A distance-based, randomized controlled trial for reducing sedentary behavior among prostate cancer survivors: a study protocol
BackgroundProstate cancer survivors (PCS) experience long-term side effects beyond treatment such as fatigue, depression and anxiety. Quality and...
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Participatory development of an mHealth intervention delivered in general practice to increase physical activity and reduce sedentary behaviour of patients with prediabetes and type 2 diabetes (ENERGISED)
BackgroundThe escalating global prevalence of type 2 diabetes and prediabetes presents a major public health challenge. Physical activity plays a...
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Behavioral Science: Enhancing Our Approach to the Development of Effective Additional Risk Minimization Strategies
Additional risk minimization strategies may be required to assure a positive benefit–risk balance for some therapeutic products associated with...
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Dietary Interventions for Type 2 Diabetes in South Asian Populations—A Systematic Review
PurposeSouth Asians face a high burden of type 2 diabetes (T2D). We systematically summarized current research on the efficacy, cultural relevance,...
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Short-term effectiveness of the national German quitline for smoking cessation: results of a randomized controlled trial
BackgroundThe objective of the present study was to examine the short-term effectiveness of the national German quitline for smoking cessation.
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Development and feasibility of a function-based preventive intervention for lifestyle-related disorders
BackgroundThe enormous effect of lifestyle-related disorders on health of the global population warrants the development of preventive interventions....
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Health care professionals’ experiences and perceptions of health promotion through the health dialogue intervention in the scania region, Sweden: a qualitative interview study
BackgroundCardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes are among the largest public health challenges in Sweden. Research indicates that a healthy...
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Effectiveness of workplace interventions with digital elements to reduce sedentary behaviours in office employees: a systematic review and meta-analysis
BackgroundDigital interventions are potential tools for reducing and limiting occupational sedentary behaviour (SB) in sedentary desk-based jobs....
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Acceptability of a Combination Adherence Strategy to Support HIV Antiretroviral Therapy and Pre-exposure Prophylaxis Adherence During Pregnancy and Breastfeeding in Malawi
In two parallel pilot studies, we implemented a combination adherence intervention of patient-centered counselling and adherence supporter training,...
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Physical activity promotion in chiropractic: a systematic review of clinician-based surveys
BackgroundPhysical inactivity is a global health pandemic. Allied healthcare providers, including chiropractors, are well placed to integrate...
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Relative time in physical activity and sedentary behaviour across a 2-year pedometer-based intervention in people with prediabetes or type 2 diabetes: a secondary analysis of a randomised controlled trial
BackgroundPeople with prediabetes or type 2 diabetes (T2D) need to be physically active, including moderate-to-vigorous intensity physical activity...
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A collaborative care package for depression comorbid with chronic physical conditions in South Africa
IntroductionA task-sharing collaborative care model for integrated depression care for South Africa’s burgeoning primary health care population with...
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Psychological interventions to reduce intraocular pressure (IOP) in glaucoma patients: a review
PurposeGlaucoma has been increasing recognised to cause significant mental health burden to patients while psychological factors also play important...
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Motivational Interviewing and Return to Work for People with Musculoskeletal Disorders: A Systematic Map** Review
Purpose There is limited knowledge about motivational interviewing (MI) for people on sick leave with musculoskeletal disorders. Hence, our objective...
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The feasibility of a multidimensional intervention in lymphoma survivors with chronic fatigue
PurposeChronic fatigue (CF) affects 25–30% of lymphoma survivors, but interventions designed to reduce fatigue are lacking. The main aim of this...
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Perceived determinants of physical activity among women with prior severe preeclampsia: a qualitative assessment
BackgroundThe objective of this study was to (1) qualitatively identify the perceived determinants of physical activity among women who have...
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eHealth interventions to support colorectal cancer patients’ self-management after discharge from surgery—an integrative literature review
IntroductionColorectal cancer (CRC) creates elevated self-management demands and unmet support needs post-discharge. Follow-up care through eHealth...
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Which interventions for alcohol use should be included in a universal healthcare benefit package? An umbrella review of targeted interventions to address harmful drinking and dependence
BackgroundThis study aimed to identify targeted interventions for the prevention and treatment of harmful alcohol use. Umbrella review methodology...
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Impact of a community contraceptive counselling intervention on adolescent fertility rates: a quasi-experimental study
BackgroundFrom 2000 to 2008, in urban areas in Spain, adolescent fertility and abortion rates underwent unprecedented increases, consecutive to...
