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Cereals and cereal products - a scoping review for nordic nutrition recommendations 2023
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2024-02-14)Cereals and cereal products have traditionally been staple foods in many countries including in the Nordics and Baltics. Cereals can be consumed with their entire grain kernel and are then referred to as whole grains or can be consumed after removal of the bran or germ and are then referred to as refined grains. The terms cereals and grains are often used interchangeably. In this scoping review, ... -
Radiation-induced effects on TGF-β and PDGF receptor signaling in cancer-associated fibroblasts
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2024-03-15)Background: Cancer-associated fibroblasts (CAFs) consist of heterogeneous connective tissue cells and are often constituting the most abundant cell type in the tumor stroma. Radiation effects on tumor stromal components like CAFs in the context of radiation treatment is not well-described.<p> <p>Aim: This study explores potential changes induced by ionizing radiation (IR) on platelet-derived ... -
“That Bastard Chose Me”: The Use of Metaphor in Women’s Cancer Blogs
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2024-08-01)Metaphors play a significant role in how cancer is experienced and discussed. This study delves into the utilization of metaphors by women bloggers grappling with colorectal and gynecological cancers. By focusing on cancer types less represented in mainstream media, we aim to shed light on cancer cultures associated with body areas often considered taboo. Our findings reveal that widely recognized ... -
Experiences with telemedicine-based follow-up of chronic conditions: the views of patients and health personnel enrolled in a pragmatic randomized controlled trial
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2024-03-14)Background Telemedicine is often promoted as a possible solution to some of the challenges healthcare systems in many countries face, and an increasing number of studies evaluate the clinical effects. So far, the studies show varying results. Less attention has been paid to systemic factors, such as the context, implementation, and mechanisms of these interventions.<p> <p>Methods This study ... -
The role of lifestyle factors in the association between education and self-reported fibromyalgia: a mediation analysis
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2024-04-17)Background Socioeconomic status as measured by education, income, or occupation, has been associated with fibromyalgia but the underlying mechanism and the role of lifestyle factors are unclear. Thus, we examine the role of modifiable lifestyle factors (body mass index, physical activity, alcohol consumption and smoking) in the association between education and self-reported fibromyalgia.<p> ... -
Diverse methodological approaches to a Circumpolar multi-site case study which upholds and responds to local and Indigenous community research processes in the Arctic
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2024-04-04)This paper outlines the methodological approaches to a multi-site Circumpolar case study exploring the impacts of COVID-19 on Indigenous and remote communities in 7 of 8 Arctic countries. Researchers involved with the project implemented a three-phase multi-site case study to assess the positive and negative societal outcomes associated with the COVID-19 pandemic in Arctic communities from ... -
Self-reported exposure to dust and diesel exhaust, respiratory symptoms, and use of respiratory protective equipment among Arctic miners
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2024-04-16)Arctic miners face significant risks from diesel exhaust and dust exposure, potentially leading to adverse respiratory health. Employers must limit harmful exposures, using personal protective equipment (PPE) as a last line of defense. This study explored the association between reported respiratory exposure and symptoms, and PPE training and usage. Data from the MineHealth study (2012–2014) ... -
Raynaud’s phenomenon in the feet of Arctic open-pit miners
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2023-12-18)The literature on Raynaud’s phenomenon (RP) in the feet is scarce, especially in the occupational setting. The primary aim of our study was to investigate the occurrence of RP in the feet of miners. As part of the MineHealth project, written surveys and clinical examinations were completed by 260 Arctic open-pit miners working in northern Sweden and Norway (participation rate 53.6%). Data on ... -
Empirically derived dietary patterns in relation to periodontitis and number of teeth among Norwegian adults
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2024-01-15)Objectives: To explore dietary patterns in relation to periodontitis and number of teeth.<p> <p>Design: A cross-sectional study. <p>Setting: We used data from the seventh survey of the Tromsø Study in Norway, 2015–2016. Three periodontitis groups were compared: (i) no periodontitis/slow bone loss; (ii) moderate bone loss; and (iii) rapid bone loss. Number of teeth was categorised as 25–28, ... -
Experiences of people living with HIV in low- and middle-income countries and their perspectives in self-management: a meta-synthesis
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2024-01-31)Introduction Availability of anti-retroviral treatment has changed HIV in to a manageable chronic disease, making efective self-management essential. However, only a few studies in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) reported experiences of people living with HIV (PLWH) on self-management.<p> <p>Methods This meta-synthesis of qualitative studies investigated perspectives of PLWH in LMICs on ... -
Diagnostic flow for all patients referred with non-specific symptoms of cancer to a diagnostic centre in Denmark: A descriptive study
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2024-01-05)Background: Since 2012, Cancer Patient Pathways for Non-specific Symptoms and Signs of Cancer (NSSC-CPP) have been implemented in Scandinavia and UK.<p> <p>Objectives: This study aimed to describe the diagnostic flow for all patients referred from 1 January to 30 June 2020 to the NSSC-CPP in the Diagnostic Centre in Farsø (DC-F), Denmark. Methods: During the study period, we prospectively recorded ... -
‘There’s a will, but not a way’: Norwegian GPs’ experiences of collaboration with child welfare services – a grounded theory study
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2024-01-24)Background Adverse childhood experiences can have immediate effects on a child’s wellbeing and health and may also result in disorders and illness in adult life. General practitioners are in a good position to identify and support vulnerable children and parents and to collaborate with other agencies such as child welfare services. There is a need for better integration of relevant services. ... -
The relationship between physical performance and alcohol consumption levels in Russian adults
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2024-01-16)Investigating the relationship between alcohol consumption and physical performance, we used data from the 2015–2018 Know Your Heart study on 4215 adults aged 35–69 from Arkhangelsk and Novosibirsk, Russia. We classified participants’ drinking status into non-drinking, non-problem drinking, hazardous drinking, and harmful drinking based on their self-reported drinking behaviors. To evaluate ... -
Data Resource Profile: The HUNT Biobank
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2024-06-04)<uli> <li>The Trøndelag Health Study (HUNT) Biobank, located at Levanger, Mid-Norway, holds biological material from 110 000 participants (aged 13–100 years) from the longitudinal population-based HUNT Study, Norway, including whole blood, serum, plasma, DNA, RNA, urine, saliva and fecal samples, optimally handled and stored for research purposes.</li> <li>Among 94 000 participants with ... -
Attitudes towards wife-beating justification and its association with female genital mutilation - analysis of ever-married Somali women in the 2020 Somali Health and Demographic Survey
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2024-06-17)Background - In Somalia, despite its prohibition, female circumcision persists alongside significant intimate partner violence. This study examines the prevalence of wife-beating justification among Somali women and its link to the perception that female genital mutilation/cutting (FGM/C) is a religious obligation.<p> <p>Methods - We studied 7726 married Somali women 15–49 y of age from the 2020 ... -
Would you like to be a general practitioner? Baseline findings of a longitudinal survey among Danish medical trainees
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2024-02-05)Background Recruiting and securing primary care physician workforce has been the center of international attention for decades. In Denmark, the number of general practitioners has decreased by 8.5% since 2013. However, a rising population age and increasing prevalence of chronic diseases and multimorbidity place an even greater future need for general practitioners in Denmark. The choice of ... -
The sexual and reproductive healthcare challenges when dealing with female migrants and refugees in low and middle-income countries (a qualitative evidence synthesis)
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2024-02-19)Background Migrants and refugees face unprecedented inequalities in accessing sexual and reproductive health (SRH) in developed and developing countries. Most attention has focused on the rich world perspective, while there are huge numbers of migrants and refugees moving towards less developed countries. This article synthesizes the barriers to proper SRH care from low and middle-income ... -
Plasma Concentration of 36 (Poly)phenols and Prospective Body Weight Change in Participants from the EPIC Cohort
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2024-01-25)Introduction: Dietary intake of (poly)phenols has been linked to reduced adiposity and body weight (BW) in several epidemiological studies. However, epidemiological evidence on (poly)phenol biomarkers, particularly plasma concentrations, is scarce. We aimed to investigate the associations between plasma (poly)phenols and prospective BW change in participants from the European Prospective Investigation ... -
On the use of the healthy lifestyle index to investigate specific disease outcomes
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2024-07-15)The healthy lifestyle index (HLI), defined as the unweighted sum of individual lifestyle components, was used to investigate the combined role of lifestyle factors on health-related outcomes. We introduced weighted outcome-specific versions of the HLI, where individual lifestyle components were weighted according to their associations with disease outcomes. Within the European Prospective Investigation ... -
Relationship between hepatitis C infection and treatment status and COVID-19-related hospitalizations in Georgia
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2024-03-01)Background. The aim of this study was to evaluate the impact of hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection and treatment status on coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)–related hospitalizations in Georgia.<p> <p>Methods. We analyzed 2020–2021 Georgian health registry data for COVID-19–positive individuals and categorized the data by HCV infection and treatment status. Logistic regression was used to ...
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