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Factors influencing e-cigarette use among college students at Baylor University.
(2020-04-16)In 2016 the Surgeon General declared e-cigarette use among United States young adults a major public health concern. Between 17.7% to 40% of college students have tried or are currently using e-cigarettes. For this study, ... -
Family-engaged physical activity and employment background as a model for child physical activity among Mexican-heritage families.
(2020-04-29)The purpose of this study was to examine the relationship between family-engaged physical activity, parental employment background and children’s physical activity among Mexican-heritage populations. Promotoras (community ... -
Firefighters who died by suicide : an epidemiologic study of suicide means, sociodemographic and psychiatric risk factors, and other precipitating circumstances.
(2020-04-03)Suicide is a significant and growing public health problem and it is the 10th leading cause of death in the United States. Firefighters, in particular, are thought to be at high risk for suicide due to chronic workplace ... -
Goal orientation impacts upon perceived benefits of campus recreation programs.
(2011-05-12)This study examined recreational sports, with a focus on the relationship between goal orientation and involvement and the influence of goal orientation on the social, intellectual, and fitness benefits associated with ... -
Intra-rater reliability of rehabilitative ultrasound imaging of the erector spinae and gluteus medius muscles.
(2021-11-03)Rehabilitative ultrasound imaging (RUSI) is an evolving tool which allows non-invasive quantification of muscle function. Currently, RUSI is used primarily in abdominal and lumbar multifidus muscles, and there is a need ... -
Investigating how the household influences adult physical activity in a low-income community.
(2016-03-31)We assessed the association between household structure and adult physical activity. Data were collected using Community Assessment for Public Health Emergency Response (CASPER) methodology to identify households (n=100) ... -
Leadership and social effectiveness in sport : conceptualizations and investigation of servant leadership and political skill.
(2018-07-16)It is widely accepted that leadership involves a process of intentional influence being exerted over others to affect outcomes. As the world of sport transitions to a more business-oriented ethos and ethical questions arise ... -
Local wellness policies : key barriers of implementation.
(2017-07-24)Over a decade after passing the Child Nutrition Reauthorization Act of 2004 and mandate of Local Wellness Policies, school districts are still facing barriers within implementing these policies. The success of these policies ... -
Macro-level modifiable variables affecting breastfeeding rates.
(, 2012-08-08)The World Health Organization (WHO) and the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommend 6 months of exclusive breastfeeding followed by at least six additional months of complementary feedings. Current rates in the ... -
Meals on Wheels : change in Central Texas participants’ self-perceived nutritional health risk and comparison of demographics to national averages.
(2020-11-17)Meals on Wheels (MOW), a federally-supported program, provides nutrition support to older adults. Research shows positive correlations between MOW participation and increased health status and quality of life. This study ... -
Metabolic health, obesity, and chronic kidney disease : findings from the national health and nutrition examination surveys.
(2021-07-28)Rising rates of metabolic syndrome, obesity, and death from chronic kidney disease (CKD) have prompted further investigation into the association between metabolic syndrome and CKD. The purpose of this study was to report ... -
More than a place to play : evaluation of youth physical literacy at Play Streets.
(2021-07-29)Play Streets are being implemented across the U.S. during the summer months as temporary street closures (recurring or episodic) that for a specified time, create safe, free (i.e., no cost for attendees) opportunities for ... -
A multiple variable health assessment and descriptive study among college students.
(2010-06-23)A descriptive study was performed to investigate specific health variables (exercise, stress, alcohol use, and self-esteem) among a college population (n = 74). Study participants completed four online surveys (Core Alcohol ... -
Nurse perceptions of breastfeeding promotion in the hospital setting.
(, 2013-09-16)As the benefits of breastfeeding are becoming more established, the importance of its promotion is gaining significance. In response, the World Health Organization created the Ten Steps to Successful Breastfeeding as a ... -
Nutrition self-efficacy of Veggie Van customers in Central Texas.
(2017-03-22)Obesity is a growing public health issue nationally and worldwide. Eating behavior may be a modifiable risk factor for obesity. Low nutrition self-efficacy and lack of access to healthy foods may inhibit healthy eating. ... -
Obesity-induced alterations to the immunoproteasome : a potential link to impaired proteostasis in skeletal muscle.
(2021-07-09)Effective maintenance of muscle mass is a highly regulated, complex process dependent on a tight balance between muscle protein synthesis and breakdown. Evidence suggests obesity creates a toxic intramuscular environment, ... -
Paternal perceptions of responsibilities and child physical activity.
(2019-07-17)Childhood physical inactivity is a national concern due to health problems that extend into adulthood. Child physical activity has been recognized as a way to reduce childhood obesity and prevent problems that can span a ... -
Peripheral neuropathy and depressive symptomology : examining the association among persons with and without diabetes mellitus.
(2019-04-05)Peripheral neuropathy (PN) symptoms among the general population are underappreciated. Physical symptoms of PN are known to significantly increase the risk of disability. However, less is known about the mental health ... -
Physical activity, sedentary behavior, and perceived stress among adults : an application of the theory of planned behavior.
(2016-04-08)Background: Young and middle-aged adults engage in low levels of physical activity, high levels of sedentary behavior, and experience high levels of stress. Examining physical activity and sedentary behavior through the ... -
Quality of life assessment in a weight loss intervention.
(2020-11-09)This study evaluated whether there was a difference in quality of life scores at the end of an intervention that evaluated the effect of leucine supplementation and calorie-restricted diet over a 12-week period in mid-life ...