Soobin's capstone was a design project aiming to facilitate self-movement of women in labor. The project was motivated by rising epidural use and obesity rates …
Importance: Cardiometabolic comorbidities have been associated with a higher risk of COVID-19 severity and mortality and are prevalent among COVID-19 patients. Objective: Synthesize evidence regarding …
Venous thromboembolism (VTE) is the third most common cardiovascular disorder in the United States, and the most preventable cause of death in hospitals. Despite recent …
Objective – To determine an age-specific anti-mullerian hormone (AMH) reference range for Samoan women and to examine the associations of AMH with adiposity, dietary, and …
Abstract Objectives Sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) have received substantial global attention as a key contributor to detrimental health outcomes, particularly obesity, type II diabetes, and heart …
Negative attitude towards overweight and obese individuals are common among the general public, and unfortunately also within the medical community. Weight has numerous contributors, including …
Objective: To determine the association of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) on body mass index (BMI) reduction in a Pediatric Weight Management Intervention (PWMI) consistent with …
In this cross-sectional analysis, we examined the association between doctor-diagnosed arthritis status and participation in physical activity among US adults with obesity in 2020.
In this cross-sectional study, we examined the association between weight status and adherence to doctor-recommended physical activity in adults with arthritis.
Background: Rising obesity rates are a public health concern, particularly for low income and ethnic minority children. Family childcare homes (FCCH) are more likely to …
Objective This study seeks to better understand the relationship between the physical activity environment and child overweight/obesity in Rhode Island. Methods Using geographic information systems …
Background: Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide. The main contributor to CVD is the buildup of atherosclerotic plaques. Dyslipidemia, …
National and international authoritative bodies have made dietary recommendations related to intake of dietary lipids for the improvement of cardio-metabolic health, although available studies directly …
Childhood obesity is one of the greatest public health problems facing children today. Research has shown that obesity has origins in the prenatal and early …
Abstract of "Epidemiologic Studies of Coronary Heart Disease and Metabolic Risk in Costa Rica" by Jian Gong, Ph.D., Brown University, May 2011Cardiovascular disease, obesity, and …
Honors thesis submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for graduating with the degree of Bachelor of Arts with Honors in the Public Health Concentration, …
Study Objective: Behavioral weight loss (BWL) programs are the mainstay of treatment for weight loss. This study aims to evaluate the role of executive function …
Obesity-related chronic diseases such as diabetes and hypertension place a disproportionate burden on women in South Africa, where over 40% of females are obese. However, …
Abstract of Exercise as Medicine: A Physical Activity Intervention to Reduce Sedentary Behavior and Facilitate Type 2 Diabetes and Hypertension Self-Management Amongst Older Women in …