Published in Perspectives in public health
Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) have become a primary health concern for most countries around the world. The aim of this research is to analyze the relevant evidence that determines the effect of socioeconomic position (SEP) on the incidence and prevalence of NCDs. A systematic literature search was performed using PubMed, Cochrane Library, and W...
Published in Perspectives in public health
Social prescribing is being widely implemented in Wales, but there is no consensus on the necessary learning, training and education needs for people delivering social prescribing. The purpose of the study was to develop an education and training needs conceptual framework for social prescribers in Wales, which could be used by commissioners and pr...
Published in Perspectives in public health
With rising rates of mental health disorders being reported globally, it is imperative that we investigate economical and accessible ways to increase relaxation and reduce stress. While there is a plethora of anecdotal evidence as to the positive effects of domestic crafts on mental wellbeing, there is little empirical research in this area. As suc...
Published in Perspectives in public health
As the demographic characteristics of the US population have changed over the past decade, the characteristics of different homeless populations have changed as well. This study tracked changes in demographic characteristics of homeless adult, veteran, and healthcare service user populations against general adult and veteran populations from 2007-2...
Published in Perspectives in public health
The aims of this study were (1) to examine the associations between self-reported health-related quality of life (HRQoL), health-related physical fitness (cardiorespiratory fitness, muscular strength, and speed-agility), and mode of commuting to and from school in Spanish children, and separately by gender and (2) to analyse the difference in cardi...
Published in Perspectives in public health
Published in Perspectives in public health
Wearable devices are a new strategy for promoting physical activity in a free-living condition that utilizes self-monitoring, self-awareness, and self-determination. The main purpose of this study was to explore health benefits of commercial wearable devices by comparing physical activity, sedentary time, sleep quality, and other health outcomes be...
Published in Perspectives in public health
Published in Perspectives in public health
Published in Perspectives in public health
