Women's Knowledge and Attitudes Regarding Alcohol Consumption in Pregnancy
How much do women understand about the negative consequences of alcohol consumption during pregnancy?......[Read More]
Sleep, Mental Distress, Obesity, and Chronic Diseases
Does poor sleep impact the development and severity of different chronic diseases? What is the connection?......[Read More]
Do Physicians and Nurses Ask About Partner Violence?
Do doctors and nurses adequately ask patients about issues of partner violence in office and emergency settings? How can they improve upon this important aspect of their work?......[Read More]
Folate Intake, Serum Folate Levels, and Prostate Cancer Risk
Can increased dietary intake of folate offer protection against prostate cancer? This study examined the association between dietary folate intake or serum folate levels and prostate morbidity.......[Read More]
The Association Between Alcohol Use, Alcohol Use Disorders and TB
Is heavy alcohol use a risk factor for tuberculosis?......[Read More]
Obesity as a 'Disease' -- What Americans Think
Healthcare providers have heated up both sides of the 'obesity as a disease' issue, but what does the public think?......[Read More]
Happy (Belated) Birthday, Dr. Freud
Howard Markel, MD, PhD, reflects on some of Freud's central precepts and how these have been abandoned by a culture that is overdiagnosed, overprescribed, and overpathologized.......[Read More]
Global Asthma Prevalence in Adults
What are adult asthma rates like around the world? This new study gives us the latest data.......[Read More]
Barriers to Cancer Screening and Medical Care-seeking
Are Americans who lack paid sick time less likely to access preventive screening and medical care than others? This study looks at the potential barriers that exist for some in the US.......[Read More]
MMR Vaccination Decision: Literacy and Empowerment
What drives a parents' decision whether or not to have their child vaccinated? And how can we communicate with parents more effectively to facilitate informed decision-making?......[Read More]
Developmental Screening in Children
Every well-child visit should include age-appropriate developmental screening, and treatment or referral if necessary. Tips on how to accomplish this in a busy office are found in this article.......[Read More]
Driving Under the Influence of Medicines: Patient Knowledge
How informed are patients generally about the dangers of driving under the influence of certain medications, such as anti-allergy drugs and antidepressants?......[Read More]
Parental Weight Changes Predict Child Weight Changes
Does a parent's weight gain or loss influence their children's weight changes?......[Read More]
Diarrhea Incidence in Low- and Middle-income Countries
Diarrhea in young children can be prevalent in low and middle income countries. How can it be prevented and treated in this very vulnerable group?......[Read More]
Social Context of Fatal Road Accidents Among Young People
What factors cause young adults to be involved in motor vehicle collisions? This study explored the wider social context of these accidents, with the aim of targeting interventions to prevent them.......[Read More]
Influenza Vaccines and Antiviral Drug Availablity in Africa
Influenza is widespread in both tropical and temperate Africa, but influenza vaccines and antiviral drugs may not be commonly available. This survey looked at coverage in 24 African countries.......[Read More]
Neonatal Mortality From Tetanus in Low Income Countries
What types of public health interventions are in place to prevent neonatal mortality from tetanus? This new study investigates.......[Read More]
Healthy Eating Intervention in Restaurants and Food Stores
Can a program to improve the food environment and promote healthy eating in restaurants and supermarkets be successful in a rural community?......[Read More]
Evaluation of the Seroprevalence of Influenza A (H1N1) 2009
This new study looks at the H1N1 influenza infection rates on a college campus during the 2009 pandemic. How many students were infected, and what were the rates of vaccination?......[Read More]
Binge Eating Behaviors From Adolescence to Adulthood
Are there certain binge eating behaviors that could carry over in some patients from adolescence into adulthood? This study examines the issue.......[Read More]