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Showing 1 to 20 of 94 for “"Modifiable risk factors"”.
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Public knowledge about modifiable risk factors of dementia in Iceland
Public knowledge about modifiable risk factors for dementia is vital. People can use that knowledge to take better care of themselves and by doing so they are reducing the chances of getting dementia in the future. The aim of this study was to examine general knowledge on dementia and knowledge on …
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Modifiable risk factors of hamstring strain injury : assessment, performance and training
… literature as being effective at decreasing the risk of sustaining a future HSI by increased eccentric hamstring strength and BFLH fascicle length (FL). There are several alternative training modalities, including hip dominant exercises and sprinting, which are relatively unexplored within the …
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Epidemiological investigations of liver cancer: biomarkers, reproductive factors and modifiable risk factors:
… around the world therefore identifying new risk factors for liver cancer is a priority. The aim of this thesis was to investigate new risk factors for liver cancer and add new insights to previously identified liver cancer risk factors. <br/><br/>Excessive iron levels due to hemochromatosis …
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Investigation of the underlying, modifiable and non-modifiable risk factors for gestational diabetes among women living in Cape Town
… preeclampsia, macrosomia, preterm birth and risk of developing type 2 diabetes later in life. Understanding the risk factors for GDM is important in order to come up with intervention programs. This study aimed to determine the underlying modifiable, non-modifiable and intermediate risk …
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An Integrated Thesis Examining Risk Factor Profiles, Vascular and Neurodegenerative Brain Changes, and Cognitive Outcomes
… public health concern linked to co-occurring modifiable risk factors. However, risks are often studied in isolation, with limited attention to how exposure timing affects brain and cognitive outcomes. This thesis examined how modifiable risk factors relate to structural brain changes and …
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The roles of modifiable risk factor and immunoglobulin G N-glycome in the risk of hearing loss
… population attributable fractions (PAFs) of modifiable risk factors on hearing loss within a cross-sectional design. Study II. To screen whether the IgG N-glycome composition is associated with the risk of age-related hearing loss mediated by age in a cross-sectional study. Study III. To …
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Kids Playing For Keeps: A Feasibility Study of Coronary Heart Disease Intervention in a Rural African American Community
… Coronary heart disease (CHD) and the associated modifiable risk factors, combined with the known health disparities that exist in the African American (AA) community, increases the significance of prevention exponentially. Theories involving genetic and environmental factors and their interaction …
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Modifiable Microsystemic Influences As An Avenue For Pediatric Type Ii Diabetes Prevention
… to prevention, beginning with an analysis of the factors that contribute to the main modifiable risk factor of obesity. Primarily individual- and family-level, or microsystemic, risk factors are associated with childhood overweight, with key risk factors for childhood overweight being considered …
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Identification, Prevention and Treatment of Children with Decreased Bone Density
… significantly related to bone health and the risk of osteoporosis and fracture in later adulthood. A myriad of disorders, medications and treatments have been associated with decreased bone mineral density in childhood. In addition, lifestyle factors including poor dietary habits and minimal …
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A Multifactorial Study of Factors Influencing Self-Health Behaviors in Dementia
… on self-health behaviors to mitigate the risk of dementia among individuals residing in the United States. With the use of an online survey, the study utilized the U.S. normed MCLHB-DRR scale and supplemental questions about knowledge of risk factors and degree of closeness to family …
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Traumatic brain injuries and older adults: The implications of neck strength, muscle activation, and range of motion
… adults. Previous research has focused on non-modifiable risk factors, such as age and gender. However, some potential modifiable risk factors to fall-related TBIs in older adults may be related to neck musculature and function. Yet, these risk factors have received less scientific scrutiny in …
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Assessing the effect of Addison's disease on patient quality of life within the South African context
… QOL impairment better, which will enable modifiable risk factors to be adjusted with early intervention. (For example, psychological impairment can be reduced with counselling.) This study also finds that some AD patients who suffer a combination of other autoimmune diseases have a lower …
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Risk factors for obesity development in Caucasian and Zulu women : personal and parental weight history, weight management practices, eating behaviour and taste sensitivity : a case-control study
… emphasized. Existing information indicates that modifiable risk factors such as diet and physical activity may be contributing to this problem. However, little other information on many of the other potential risk factors for obesity development is available. The primary aim of this study …
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The role of cerebral small vessel disease in dementia
… molecular AD pathologies and (2) early midlife risk factors of dementia, this body of work aims to advance our understanding of SVD in relation to AD. Methods: In two separate cohorts, SVD was quantified on 3T MRI through the assessment of white matter hyperintensities (WMH), enlarged …
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The Epidemiology of Cognitive Function In a Community Based Population. The EPIC-Norfolk Study
Although age is the strongest known risk factor, not all people who reach old age develop dementia before they die. Recommendations on potentially modifiable risk factors for the prevention of dementia are based on evidence that is, at best, moderate in strength. There are major calls to strengthen …
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Optimizing Health Care Activities in Coronary Vascular Procedures /// Оптимизиране на здравните грижи и дейности при коронарно-съдови процедури
… we found a positive change in the main modifiable risk factors for cardiovascular disease (physical activity, healthy diet and smoking) in patients, as well as improving self-control and motivation to respect a healthy lifestyle. The HADS-A Hospital Anxiety Record has shown a reduction …
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Health Barriers, Health Perceptions, and Cardiovascular Risk Factors of Adolescent Black American Males
… adolescence yet few researchers have studied the factors that influence health promotion behaviors in adolescent Black American males. This study described the health barriers, health perceptions (health self-efficacy and health status), and CV risk factors reported by and the influence of these …
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Uraemic vascular damage and calcification in children with chronic kidney disease
… children, contributing to their high mortality risk. Through clinical and laboratory studies, this thesis sought to investigate the causes of uraemic vascular damage and calcification in children with chronic kidney disease and on dialysis. Dysregulated mineral metabolism, manifested by …
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Local health matters. Health and health service utilsation across geographic regions in Iceland
… outside the CA. The prevalence of several modifiable risk factors was also higher outside the CA, particularly among women. In order to counteract these disparities primary health care outside the CA must be strengthened to ensure active monitoring, early identification, and treatment of …
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Predictors of Early Readmission Among Patients Aged 40 to 64 Years Hospitalized For Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
… variables as patient, provider, and system factors and compared these variables between patients readmitted and those not readmitted. Logistic regression was used for multivariable analysis. Main results: Of 8,263 patients who met the inclusion criteria, 741 (8.9%) had early readmission. …
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