Objective To explore the attitudes and factors in seeking professional psychological help
among a Chinese community-dwelling population in order to promote positive help-seeking …

Background The prevalence of abdominal obesity has been dramatically increasing both in
developed and developing countries, including Ethiopia. It is an independent risk factor for …

Background: Abdominal obesity is emerging as a major contributor to the worsening of non-
communicable diseases. There is a dearth of data on central obesity among adults in …

Background Obesity and overweight are known public health problems that affect
populations across the world. These conditions have been associated with a wide range of …

Introduction In the HIV-infected individuals, physical activity improves physical strength,
quality of life and reduces the risk of developing non-communicable diseases. In Sub …

Introduction: traditionally, non-communicable diseases were diseases of public health
concern in developed countries. Due to economic transition, they are becoming more …

Background Central obesity is excessive accumulation of fat around the abdomen, which is
associated with the risk of coronary heart and cerebrovascular diseases. This study …

Methods During April-May 2014, a cross-sectional study was conducted in Anonkoi 3, a
neighborhood of Abidjan (Ivory Coast). Adults of 18 years old and over, not bedridden were …

Methods A household-based, cross-sectional survey was carried out following the WHO
STEP-wise approach to surveillance. It included demographic and lifestyle questionnaires …

Background In recent years, research on health literacy has become increasingly focused
on the health care system and public health. This cross-sectional study aimed to investigate …