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Newest firstIntroductionChronic lung disease (CLD) represents a substantial health burden in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). However, in-depth CLD studies in Kyrgyzstan, where CLD is highly prevalent, remain scarce. ObjectivesTo explore in Kyrgyzstan (1) beliefs, perceptions and behaviors regarding CLD among community members (CMs), (2) relations between illness perceptions, demographics, behaviors and setting (high…
Open article record in new tab ↗Background Patients with chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection are at greater risk of developing metabolic disorders. Obesity is a major risk factor for these disorders, and therefore, managing body weight is crucial. Cannabis use, which is common in these patients, has been associated with lower corpulence in various populations. However, this relationship has not yet been studied in persons with chronic HCV…
BACKGROUND: Despite major public health efforts in addressing the burden of disease caused by sexually transmitted infections (STIs), rates among young adults continue to rise in Canada. The purpose of the study was to examine the prevalence and risk factors associated with acquiring STIs among postsecondary students in Canada. METHODS: A secondary analysis of the American College Health Association-National Colle…
Open article record in new tab ↗Tobacco and marijuana are commonly used by college students and have negative health effects. The purpose of this study was to understand how students’ attitudes, intentions, and behaviors toward tobacco and marijuana change during freshman year and to examine how attitude and intention predict use of these substances. 275 college students completed phone interviews before and after their freshman year. The identi…
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