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The association between alcohol consumption and self-rated health among adult Norwegian women. A cross-sectional study from the Norwegian Women and Cancer (NOWAC) cohort
(Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2023-05-31)Abstract Background: After 1985, the proportion of women who drink alcohol in Norway has increased, narrowing the gender gap in alcohol consumption. In Norway, more women now drink alcohol than before. There is little evidence of an association between alcohol consumption and self-rated health (SRH) in Norwegian women. Therefore, this study aimed at the association between alcohol consumption and ... -
Association between diabetes and periodontitis: A cross sectional study based on findings from Tromsø 7 study
(Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2020-11-30)The 2017 reports published by Diabetesforbundet Norway showed an estimated 378 000 people living with diabetes (28 000 with Type 1 and 350 000 with Type 2). Mealey et al. (2006) showed that diabetes increases the risk for periodontitis, influenced by inflammatory processes. The formation of inflammatory molecules (e.g. Advanced glycation end products) leads to gingival attachment loss, periodontal ... -
The association between macronutrients and severe musculoskeletal pain in the Tromsø7 study
(Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2023-08-01)Musculoskeletal pain is a widespread health issue that affects millions of people worldwide. It refers to any chronic or acute pain that affects muscles, ligaments, bones, and tendons. The most common types of musculoskeletal pain are low back and neck pain, with low back pain being the primary cause of disability globally. People who experience musculoskeletal pain often face negative consequences, ... -
The association between multimorbidity and primary healthcare utilization in South-Eastern Norway Regional Health Authority
(Mastergradsoppgave; Master thesis, 2022-06-30)Background: Multimorbidity is one of the greatest health-related challenges worldwide. Multimorbidity is associated with several outcomes, such as lower quality of life and higher disability. The main aim of this study was to explore the association between multimorbidity and the use of healthcare services in primary healthcare. Method: In a register-based, cross-sectional study we extracted data ... -
The association between smoking and the risk of pancreatic cancer - The Norwegian women and cancer (NOWAC) study
(Mastergradsoppgave; Master thesis, 2021-05-31)Aims To examine the strength of association between cigarette smoking and the risk of pancreatic cancer in a cohort of Norwegian women. Methods A total of 149,243 women from Norwegian Women and Cancer Study were included in the statistical analysis. The participants were followed using the Cancer Registry of Norway and Norwegian Central Population Register till they were diagnosed with cancer, ... -
The association between socioeconomic conditions in childhood and risk of self-reported ischemic heart disease in middle-aged Norwegian women. The Norwegian Women and Cancer Study (NOWAC)
(Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2015-10-11)Background: Ischemic heart disease is one of the leading causes of morbidity and mortality. It is a chronic disease found to be socioeconomically patterned, and declining rates over the past few decades seems to benefit the most advantaged socioeconomic group, creating a greater difference between the most disadvantaged social group and the most advantageous group. Early life exposures have been ... -
The association between socioeconomic status and colorectal cancer incidence
(Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2015-08-01)Background: Social inequalities in health persist even in egalitarian countries such as Norway. There is a social gradient found for many cancers, with higher incidence and mortality for lower socioeconomic groups. The social gradient can be positive, with higher incidence for higher socioeconomic groups. Colorectal cancer is one of the most frequently diagnosed cancers worldwide, with varying results ... -
The association between socioeconomic status and mental health = Sammenhengen mellom sosioøkonomisk status og psykisk helse
(Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2013-04-29)Objective: The aim of this study was to examine the associations between mental health (particularly anxiety and depression) and socioeconomic status. Material and methods: Data was collected from The Tromsø Study, Tromsø 6 (2007-2008). 5 829 women and 5 580 men aged 30-87 years (57 %) were included in the study. Mental health was assessed by the Hopkins Symptom Checklist-10 (SCL-10). Two indicators ... -
The association between sugar sweetened or carbonated beverages and bone mineral density in adolescents taking part in the Fit Futures Study.
(Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2017-12-31)In the prevention strategies for osteoporosis attention has been directed towards the acquisition of peak bone mass and early life experiences during the adolescent growth period. High consumption of soft drinks during adolescence is believed to influence bone mineral accrual and increase fracture risk later in life. The aim of this study is to investigate if moderate or high consumption of sugar ... -
Association between unrecognized myocardial infarction and self-reported health in the Russian population aged 35-69 years
(Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2021-11-27)The prevalence of cardiovascular disease is reportedly high in Russia; this thesis focuses on the prevalence of unrecognized myocardial infarction and self-reported health (mental health and physical health) as well as the association between both variables using data from the know your heart study. This survey is a cross sectional study from two Russian cities- Novosibirsk and Arkhangelsk (2015-2018). ... -
The association between visceral fat and lifestyle factors in an adult population: The Tromsø Study 2015-2016.
(Mastergradsoppgave; Master thesis, 2023-05-31)Introduction: Visceral fat (VAT) is the most metabolically, harmful type of body fat. It is in the abdomen and it surrounds organs like kidneys, pancreas and liver and is associated with higher risk for morbidity. VAT is accurately measured by dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA). Due to the imbalance between energy intake and expenditure, excessive VAT accumulation occurs; therefore, a healthy ... -
The association between whole blood mercury and the risk of developing CVD among the Greenlandic population
(Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2017-05-15)Introduction: The World Health Organization, estimated that 17.5 million people died from cardiovascular disease (CVD) in 2012 alone, accounting for 30% of global deaths and serving as the number one cause of death globally. Environmental pollutants, such as heavy metals (e.g. mercury) and persistent organic pollutants (POPs) (e.g. polychlorinated biphenyl (PCBs), may contribute to the burden of ... -
Association of pre-diagnostic vitamin D level with postmenopausal breast cancer risk: A systematic review
(Mastergradsoppgave; Master thesis, 2022-12-01)Introduction: Breast cancer is a disease in which there is a rapid multiplying of cells in the breast. It has been a serious concern as it is the most commonly diagnosed cancer among women, especially in the old-age group. Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin that is consumed via diet or produced when the ultraviolet (UV) rays of the sun make contact with the skin. Its putative anticarcinogenic ... -
The Association of Smoking Status with Education, Income, Marital Status, BMI and Physical Activity in Norway. An Analysis from 1974 to 2003. The Smoking and Cancer Project.
(Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2016-12-31)Introduction: Cigarette smoking is still responsible for a significant loss of life in many countries; Despite decades of research about smoking health consequences and informational campaigns, cigarette use continues to be a part of Norwegian society and culture; Differences in smoking status prevalence for men and women, continue to be associated to inequalities in Socio-economic status (SES) and ... -
The associations of alcohol consumption with smoking cessation and weight change
(Mastergradsoppgave; Master thesis, 2020-05-27)Alcohol consumption, overweight and smoking are associated with premature mortality. These behaviors tend to co-occur and often differ between different socioeconomic groups. Previous studies have indicated a reversed social gradient in total alcohol consumption. The main purpose of this repeated-measures study was to investigate the social gradient in total alcohol consumption and its relationship ... -
Barriers to access to healthcare services by immigrants population in Scandinavia. A systematic scoping review
(Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2017-12-26)Background: A universal coverage characterises Scandinavian healthcare systems. The system is financed through taxation. Immigrants with legal residence in Norway, Sweden or Denmark are entitled to the same health coverage as the native population. However, research has shown that despite legal residency, immigrants’ utilization of regular healthcare services is low compared to the native population, ... -
Betydning av uførepensjon for livskvalitet hos personer som hadde søkt hjelp for psykiske plager i Tromsøundersøkelse – IV
(Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2009-01-20)Over 330.000 mennesker er uføretrygdet i Norge, og antallet nye tilfeller forventes å øke de kommende år. Samtidig stiger andelen uføretrygdede grunnet psykiske plager og lidelser – særlig blant de yngre. Man har lite kunnskap om hvordan uførepensjon påvirker livskvalitet. Det empiriske materialet er Tromsøundersøkelse-IV, som ble gjennomført i 1994/95. I alt 22.943 deltakere mellom 25 og 67 år ble ... -
Beyond diagnoses: The importance of social circumstances and lifestyle factors in explaining health-related quality of life and subjective well-being
(Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2015-08-01)Background: There exist different descriptive system for reporting Health Related Quality of Life (HRQoL) and Subjective Well-being (SWB). Comparisons of results obtained from respondents shows not only diseases or health status that influence the result, but also social circumstance and behavioural factors are important to consider when analysing the results obtained when measuring HRQoL and ... -
Birthweight percentiles by gestational age in Georgia
(Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2017-05-16)Background: Development of country specific birthweight percentile by gestational age chart has been suggested to identify small for gestational age (SGA) or large for gestational age (LGA) babies who are at a risk of perinatal and neonatal mortality and morbidity. Objectives: The objective of this study was to construct sex-specific standard birthweight by gestational age chart for Georgia. Methodology: ... -
Bruk av reseptfri smertestillende midler – et jentefenomen? Forekomst i bruk av reseptfrie smertestillende midler blant ungdom i videregående skole; en studie av faktorer av betydning for ukentlig til daglig bruk
(Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2018-12-31)<p>Bakgrunn: Ungdom anses som en frisk del av befolkningen. Likevel har tidligere forskning vist økt forbruk av reseptfri smertestillende midler, i større grad enn en samtidig økning i smerteproblematikk. <p>Mål: Å identifisere kjønnsspesifikt forekomst og faktorer assosiert med ukentlig til daglig bruk av reseptfri smertestillende medikamenter blant deltakere i Tromsøundersøkelsen Fit Futures 1. ...