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Addressing Domestic Violence in Antenatal Care Environments in Nepal (ADVANCE) – study protocol for a randomized controlled trial evaluating a video intervention on domestic violence among pregnant women
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2023)Background Domestic violence (DV) prior to, and during pregnancy is associated with increased risks for morbid- ity and mortality. As pregnant women routinely attend antenatal care this environment can be used to offer ... -
Associations between self-efficacy, bullying and health-related quality of life in a school sample of adolescents: A cross-sectional study
(BMC Public Health;19, Article number: 757 (2019), Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2019-06-05)Background: To better understand health-related quality of life (HRQOL) in adolescents, it is important to gain knowledge about factors associated with HRQOL. Being involved in bullying is a significant threat to health, ... -
Associations between self-efficacy, bullying and health-related quality of life in a school sample of adolescents: A cross-sectional study
(BMC Public Health; 19, Article number: 757 (2019), Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2019)To better understand health-related quality of life (HRQOL) in adolescents, it is important to gain knowledge about factors associated with HRQOL. Being involved in bullying is a significant threat to health, and social ... -
Beliefs, attitudes and perceptions to sun-tanning behaviour in the Norwegian population: a cross-sectional study using the health belief model
(BMC Public Health;2019 19:206, Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2019-02-18)Background: Norway has one of the highest incidences of melanoma in the world. It has been suggested that the majority of all skin cancers could be prevented by changes related to sun-tanning behaviour. This study explores ... -
Developing a risk score for undiagnosed prediabetes or type 2 diabetes among Saharawi refugees in Algeria
(BMC Public Health;22, Article number: 720 (2022), Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2022-04-11)Aims: To prevent type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2D) and reduce the risk of complications, early identification of people at risk of developing T2D, preferably through simple diabetes risk scores, is essential. The aim of this ... -
Dietary diversity is related to socioeconomic status among adult Saharawi refugees living in Algeria
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2017)Background There is limited knowledge about dietary quality among the adult population in low- and middle income countries (LMICs). This study aims to describe dietary quality among the adult Saharawi refugee population ... -
Dietary diversity is related to socioeconomic status among adult Saharawi refugees living in Algeria
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2017)Background There is limited knowledge about dietary quality among the adult population in low- and middle income countries (LMICs). This study aims to describe dietary quality among the adult Saharawi refugee population ... -
Domestic violence and perinatal outcomes – a prospective cohort study from Nepal
(BMC Public Health;19, Article number: 671 (2019), Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2019-05-13)Background Domestic violence is one of the most common forms of violence against women. Domestic violence during pregnancy is associated with adverse perinatal and maternal outcomes. We aimed to assess whether domestic ... -
Domestic violence and perinatal outcomes – a prospective cohort study from Nepal
(BMC Public Health;19, Article number: 671 (2019), Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2019-05-31)Background: Domestic violence is one of the most common forms of violence against women. Domestic violence during pregnancy is associated with adverse perinatal and maternal outcomes. We aimed to assess whether domestic ... -
Explaining variance in health literacy among people with type 2 diabetes: the association between health literacy and health behaviour and empowerment
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Health care-seeking patterns for female genital mutilation/cutting among young Somalis in Norway
(BMC Public Health;18:517, Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2018-04-18)Background Female genital mutilation/cutting (FGM/C) is a great concern, considering all the potential health implications. Use of health care services related to FGM/C by women who have been subjected to FGM/C in Norway ... -
Health-related quality of life, health literacy and COVID-19-related worries of 16- to 17-year-old adolescents and parents one year into the pandemic: a cross-sectional study
(BMC Public Health;22, Article number: 1321 (2022), Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2022-07-09)Background: The uncertain and challenging situation caused by the COVID-19 pandemic affects adolescents and their parents in an exceptional way. More knowledge of health-related quality of life (HRQoL), health literacy ... -
“I worry if I will have food tomorrow”: A study on food insecurity among asylumseekers living in Norway
(BMC Public Health;19(592), Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2019)Background: High prevalence of food insecurity has been observed among asylum seekers resettled in highincome countries. Economic constraints, lack of knowledge about new foods, difficulties with shopping, challenges with ... -
Impact of child disability on parental employment and labour income: a quasi‑experimental study of parents of children with disabilities in Norway
(BMC Public Health;22, Article number: 1813 (2022), Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2022-09-24)Background: Caring for children with disabilities has both immediate and long-term economic costs that affect the well-being of children, parents, and society. The purpose of this study was to investigate the impact of ... -
Impact of growing up with somatic long-term health challenges on school completion, NEET status and disability pension: a population-based longitudinal study
(BMC Public Health;21, Article number: 514 (2021), Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2021-03-16)Background: Young adulthood is an important transitional life phase that can determine a person’s educational and employment trajectories. The aim of this study was to examine the impact of somatic long-term health challenges ... -
Insufficient physical activity level among Saharawi adults living in a protracted refugee setting
(BMC Public Health;21, Article number: 166 (2021), Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2021-01-19)Background: The Sahrawi people fled their homes in 1975 as the conflict in Western Sahara escalated and settled down near Tindouf, Algeria, where they still live. High prevalence of overweight and obesity and type 2 ... -
Mapping of outdoor food and beverage advertising around primary and secondary schools in Kampala city, Uganda
(BMC Public Health;21, Article number: 707 (2021), Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2021-04-12)Background: Marketing of unhealthy foods and beverages is recognized as a contributing factor to the global increase in overweight and obesity, particularly among children. Such marketing negatively affects children’s ... -
Over-the-counter analgesics use is associated with pain and psychological distress among adolescents: a mixed effects approach in cross-sectional survey data from Norway
(BMC Public Health;21, Article number: 2030 (2021), Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2021-11-06)Background: Over-the-counter analgesics (OTCA) such as Paracetamol and Ibuprofen are frequently used by adolescents, and the route of administration and access at home allows unsupervised use. Psychological distress and ... -
Overweight adolescents' views on physical activity - experiences of participants in an internet-based intervention: a qualitative study
(BMC Public Health;18:448, Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2018-04-04)Background: Overweight and obese adolescents are reported to be less physically active than their peers. Research-based knowledge about their views may contribute to a better understanding of key factors that may foster ... -
The potential of food environment policies to reduce socioeconomic inequalities in diets and to improve healthy diets among lower socioeconomic groups: an umbrella review
(BMC Public Health;22, Article number: 433 (2022), Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2022-03-04)Socioeconomic inequalities in diets need to be tackled to improve population diets and prevent obesity and diet-related non-communicable diseases. The potential of food environment policies to reduce such inequalities has ...