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Genotoxic effects of waterpipe smoking on the buccal mucosa cells	2008		Read more...
Source Type Print(0) Ref Type Journal Article Periodical, Full Mutat Res Periodical, Abbrev. Mutat.Res. Pub Date Free Form Volume 655 Issue 2-Jan Start Page 36 Other Pages 40 Notes ID: 18662802 Place of Publication ISSN/ISBN Accession Number Language en SubFile DOI Output Language Unknown(0) PMID Abstract Waterpipe smoking is popular in many parts of the world. Micronuclei (MN) evaluation in the exfoliated oral cells of smokers is a non-invasive technique for evaluation of possible tobacco harm. We aimed to assess whether MN levels are higher in waterpipe smokers than in never smokers. We examined oral smears of 128 adult male waterpipe smokers and 78 males who never smoked tobacco in rural Egypt. The total number of MN per 1000 cells per subject, and the number of MN-containing cells per individual were compared. We observed a higher level of total MN in waterpipe smokers (10 +/- 4) than in never smokers (4 +/- 2, p < 0.001). A similar difference was found for the mean number of affected cells per individual (8 +/- 3 vs. 4 +/- 1.62, p < 0.001). MN levels were not significantly dose related. This study is among the first to assess the association between waterpipe smoking and a cytogenetic measure of tobacco harm. The twofold increase in MN level is consistent with previous reports of MN in cigarette smokers. More research is needed to determine if such MN levels are predictive of future health consequences. Descriptors Mouth Mucosa/drug effects, Mutagens/toxicity, Smoking/adverse effects, Water, Adult, Age Factors, Demography, Humans, Male, Micronuclei, Chromosome-Defective/chemically induced, Middle Aged Links http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3568951/?tool=pubmed; http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.mrgentox.2008.06.014 Book Title Database MEDLINE; http://www.globalhealthlibrary.net/ Publisher Data Source Authors El-Setouhy,Maged, Loffredo,Christopher A., Radwan,Ghada, Abdel Rahman,Rehab, Mahfouz,Eman, Israel,Ebenezer, Mohamed,Mostafa K., Ayyad,Sohair B. A. Original/Translated Title URL Date of Electronic PMCID Editors
Health problem behaviors in Iranian adolescents: a study of cross-cultural adaptation, reliability, and validity	2010		Read more...
Source Type Print(0) Ref Type Journal Article Periodical, Full J Res Med Sci Periodical, Abbrev. Pub Date Free Form Volume 15 Issue 3 Start Page 155 Other Pages 66 Notes ID: 21526075 Place of Publication ISSN/ISBN Accession Number Language en SubFile DOI Output Language Unknown(0) PMID Abstract BACKGROUND: The main purpose of this study was to assess the factorial validity and reliability of the Iranian versions of the personality and behavior system scales (49 items) of the AHDQ (The Adolescent Health and Development Questionnaire) and interrelations among them based on Jessor's PBT (Problem Behavior Theory). METHODS: A multi-staged approach was employed. The cross-cultural adaptation was performed according to the internationally recommended methodology, using the following guidelines: translation, back-translation, revision by a committee, and pretest. After modifying and identifying of the best items, a cross-sectional study was conducted to assess the psychometric properties of Persian version using calibration and validation samples of adolescents. Also 113 of them completed it again two weeks later for stability. RESULTS: The findings of the exploratory factor analysis suggested that the 7-factor solution with low self concept, emotional distress, general delinquency, cigarette, hookah, alcohol, and hard drugs use provided a better fitting model. The Î± range for these identified factors was 0.69 to 0.94, the ICC range was 0.73 to 0.93, and there was a significant difference in mean scores for these instruments in compare between the male normative and detention adolescents. The first and second-order measurement models testing found good model fit for the 7-factor model. CONCLUSIONS: Factor analyses provided support of existence internalizing and externalizing problem behavior syndrome. With those qualifications, this model can be applied for studies among Persian adolescents. Descriptors Links http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3082805/?tool=pubmed Book Title Database MEDLINE; http://www.globalhealthlibrary.net/ Publisher Data Source Authors Eslami,Ahmad Ali, Ghofranipour,Fazlollah, Bonab,Bagher Ghobari, Zadeh,Davood Shojaei, Shokravi,Farkhondeh Amin, Tabatabaie,Mahmoud Ghazi Original/Translated Title URL Date of Electronic PMCID Editors
Waterpipe (hookah) tobacco smoking among youth. Foreword	2011		Read more...
Source Type Print(0) Ref Type Journal Article Periodical, Full Curr Probl Pediatr Adolesc Health Care Periodical, Abbrev. Pub Date Free Form Volume 41 Issue 2 Start Page 33 Other Pages 33 Notes ID: 21232692 Place of Publication ISSN/ISBN Accession Number Language en SubFile DOI Output Language Unknown(0) PMID Abstract Descriptors Smoking/epidemiology, Adolescent, Age Factors, Child, Humans, Public Health, Risk Factors, United States/epidemiology Links http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.cppeds.2010.10.019 Book Title Database MEDLINE; http://www.globalhealthlibrary.net/ Publisher Data Source Authors Etzel,Ruth A. Original/Translated Title URL Date of Electronic PMCID Editors
Structure vibration with diesel engines	1976	Fachbach, Heinz A., Forsch. Vereinig. Verbrenn. Kraftmaschinen, Graz	Read more...
Source Type Print(0) Ref Type Generic Periodical, Full MTZ Motortechnische Zeitschrift Periodical, Abbrev. MOTORTECHN.Z. Pub Date Free Form 1976/07 Volume 37 Issue 8-Jul Start Page 269 Other Pages 274 Notes Place of Publication ISSN/ISBN 0024-8525 Accession Number Language SubFile DOI Output Language Unknown(0) PMID Abstract The aims of the research work described in this paper consist of a fundamental knowledge concerning vibration transmission from combustion chamber to the noise radiating external crankcase surfaces with watercooled inline engines; furthermore, the influence of cast iron and cast aluminium as a material of crankcase, the origin of the noise of crankshaftpulleys, as well as the attenuation of vibration isolating elements for pipe systems. With watercooled inline engines, the main part of vibration energy is transmitted from cobustion chamber via crankdrive components to the noise radiating external surface, the natural vibration modes of the force transmitting parts exerting the main influence on the vibration transfer. The prediction elaborated by theoretical considerations, that engines the casing of which consist of cast aluminium produce an essentially higher noise level compared to engines made of cast iron, could not be confirmed with running engines. The position of the axial bearing of crankshafts with inline engines as well as the mass of crankshaft pulleys have a certain influence on the noise radiated by crankshaft pulleys. The measures vibration isolation of the pulley as well as the noise attenuating enclosure, however, are much more effective. With exhaust pipe systems sufficient vibration attenuation can be achieved by means of corrugated pipes and socalled piston ring compensators, the arrangement being very advantageous. The vibration isolation of air intake and cooling water pipes can be carried out by means of flexible rubber tubes. Descriptors diesel engine, methodology, vibration Links Book Title KORPERSCHALLAUSBREITUNG BEI DIESELMOTOREN Database Embase Publisher Data Source Embase Authors Fachbach,H. A., Thien,G. E. Original/Translated Title URL Date of Electronic PMCID Editors
Tobacco control in Bahrain: An overview	2007	Fadhil, I., Non-Communicable Diseases Unit, Ministry of Health, Manama, Bahrain	Read more...
Source Type Print(0) Ref Type Journal Article Periodical, Full Eastern Mediterranean Health Journal Periodical, Abbrev. East.Mediterr.Health J. Pub Date Free Form / Volume 13 Issue 3 Start Page 719 Other Pages 726 Notes Place of Publication ISSN/ISBN 1020-3397 Accession Number Language SubFile DOI Output Language Unknown(0) PMID Abstract Tobacco, control interventions in Bahrain started in the late 1970s and tobacco legislation was introduced in 1994. The tobacco control approach incorporated the international recommended strategies according to the Gulf Cooperation Council and World Health Organization. Recently the tobacco control plan and tobacco legislation were reviewed. A new national comprehensive plan is put forward for implementation by the Ministry of Health. This report examines the Bahrain tobacco control approach, focusing on tobacco legislation, youth smoking, waterpipe smoking, tobacco surveillance and the smoking cessation plan. A number of recommendations for further improvement are discussed. Descriptors amfebutamone, nicotine, Bahrain, behavior therapy, child behavior, disease surveillance, gender bias, government regulation, health education, health promotion, human, law enforcement, nicotine replacement therapy, public health problem, review, smoking, smoking cessation, tobacco dependence, tobacco industry, treatment planning, world health organization Links Book Title Database Embase; MEDLINE Publisher Data Source Embase Authors Fadhil,I. Original/Translated Title URL Date of Electronic PMCID Editors
Tobacco use in Tunisia: Behaviour and awareness	2002	Fakhfakh, R., Inst. Natl. de Sante Publique, Le Diplomat, 1002 Le BelvedÃ¨re, Tunis, Tunisia	Read more...
Source Type Print(0) Ref Type Journal Article Periodical, Full Bulletin of the World Health Organization Periodical, Abbrev. Bull.WHO Pub Date Free Form 2002/ Volume 80 Issue 5 Start Page 350 Other Pages 356 Notes Place of Publication ISSN/ISBN 0042-9686 Accession Number Language SubFile DOI Output Language Unknown(0) PMID Abstract Objective: To assess tobacco use and the awareness of and attitudes towards tobacco and its control in the adult population of Tunisia. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted in 1996 of a representative national sample of 5696 subjects aged 25 and over. Data were collected by means of a questionnaire in Arabic. Findings: Tobacco use was reported by 30.4% of the respondents, of whom 24.6% smoked cigarettes and 5.8% consumed traditional tobacco, i.e. snuff, chewing tobacco and/or water pipe tobacco. Whereas 55.6% of men used tobacco, only 5.2% of women did so. Among men the proportion of tobacco users diminished with age as the rate of cessation increased. Among women, smoking peaked in the 35-54 age group. The proportion of men consuming traditional tobacco alone increased from 2.4% in the 25-34 age group to 20.4% in the 55+ age group; the corresponding values for women were 0.1% and 14.3%. Tobacco use was more widespread in rural than in urban areas and was relatively high among poorly educated men from economically deprived backgrounds. The use of tobacco was believed to be harmful to health by 98.6% of the respondents. Over 90% of the interviewees were aware that tobacco played a part in the development of heart disease. However, there were some gaps in awareness. A fear of cancer was expressed by 85% of the respondents, whereas only 5.6% were fearful of accidents. Conclusions: Informational and educational campaigns relating to tobacco control should be directed at individuals and communities, taking into account the gaps in awareness of the effects of tobacco on health. Descriptors adult, aged, article, attitude, awareness, smoking, control system, education, female, health behavior, high risk population, human, major clinical study, male, sampling, sex ratio, smokeless tobacco, tobacco, Tunisia Links Book Title Database Embase; MEDLINE Publisher Data Source Embase Authors Fakhfakh,R., Hsairi,M., Maalej,M., Achour,N., Nacef,T. Original/Translated Title URL Date of Electronic PMCID Editors
Environmental issues in dentistry--mercury. FDI Commission.	1997	Fan, P.L., American Dental Association, Chicago, Illinois 60611-2678, USA.	Read more...
Source Type Print(0) Ref Type Journal Article Periodical, Full International dental journal Periodical, Abbrev. Int.Dent.J. Pub Date Free Form / Volume 47 Issue 2 Start Page 105 Other Pages 109 Notes Place of Publication ISSN/ISBN 0020-6539 Accession Number Language SubFile DOI Output Language Unknown(0) PMID Abstract One of the consequences of placing amalgam restorations is that mercury is required for the trituration process. In turn, this raises the issue of the possible environmental impact of mercury. This report considers ways in which any impact can be modified and reduced by careful attention to mercury usage and hygiene in the dental practice, the use of filters and separators in waste water pipes and the appropriate disposal of waste contaminated with amalgam. The total amount of mercury discharged into the environment varies considerably in different parts of the world due to both natural and human activities. The extent to which dentistry adds to this total also varies according to local circumstances and requirements. Recommendations are given for further development of ways to reduce mercury discharge and for further research into the environmental impact of the metal. Descriptors dental alloy, mercury, article, dental assistant, dental surgery, dentist, filtration, health, hospital waste, human, devices, occupational exposure, pollutant, pollution, practice guideline, waste disposal, water pollution, water supply Links Book Title Database MEDLINE Publisher Data Source Embase Authors Fan,P. L., Arenholt-Bindslev,D., Schmalz,G., Halbach,S., Berendsen,H. Original/Translated Title URL Date of Electronic PMCID Editors
Smoking profile in village in assiut governorate, Egypt	1997		Read more...
Source Type Print(0) Ref Type Journal Article Periodical, Full Assiut Medical Journal Periodical, Abbrev. Pub Date Free Form Volume 21 Issue 1 Start Page 201 Other Pages 211 Notes ID: 50150 Place of Publication ISSN/ISBN Accession Number Language english SubFile DOI Output Language Unknown(0) PMID Abstract This field study was conducted at a village in Assiut Governorate, Upper Egypt. Systematic random sampling was used and only males aged more than ten years were included. A total of 441 male subjects was studied. A questionnaire was filled in including details of the smoking profile and chest symptoms. The studied group consisted of 64.4% regular-, 8.2% occasional-, 6.1 ex- and 21.3% never- smokers. Hubble-bubble Goza] smoking was exclusively practiced by 46.1% in addition to 17.3% combined cigarette and Goza smoking. The majority 55.6%] were mild smokers. About two thirds started smoking before the age of 20 years and about a half was encouraged to start smoking by a friend, imitation was the main cause of smoking. Smoking habit was significantly more prevalent among the families of smokers compared with never-smokers. There was inverse relation between educational level and prevalence of smoking. Cost of smoking did not differ in accordance with socioeconomic level. Most smokers wished to stop smoking and 40.1% of them had a stop-smoking trial. Illness was the main cause of stopping smoking. About half of regular smokers had chest symptoms in contrast to only 6.4% of the never- smokers. Cough was the most evident chest symptom in the smokers. These detailed baseline data helped in the construction of effective anti-smoking plans and campaigns Descriptors Humans, Male, Abdomen, Acute - 12 YEARS, 13 - 19 YEARS, ABO Blood-Group System - 44 YEARS, Absorption - 63 YEARS, OVER 64 YEARS, Smoking, Tobacco Use Disorder/epidemiology, Socioeconomic Factors, EPIDEMIOLOGY METHODS^0x Links http://pesquisa.bvsalud.org/ghl/resource/en/emro-50150 Book Title Database GHL; http://www.globalhealthlibrary.net/ Publisher Data Source Authors Farouk,Atef, Zarzour,H. Original/Translated Title URL Date of Electronic PMCID Editors
Evaluation of ultraviolet light for disinfection of hospital water contaminated with Legionella	1988	Department of Internal Medicine, University of Virginia School of Medicine, Charlottesville, VA	Read more...
Source Type Print(0) Ref Type Journal Article Periodical, Full Lancet Periodical, Abbrev. Lancet Pub Date Free Form 1988/ Volume 2 Issue 8612 Start Page 669 Other Pages 672 Notes Place of Publication ISSN/ISBN 0140-6736 Accession Number Language SubFile DOI Output Language Unknown(0) PMID Abstract An epidemic of nosocomial Legionella micdadei pneumonia occurred among renal transplant patients in the University of Virginia hospital between 1978 and 1982. Although no further cases were diagnosed after 1982, filters and ultraviolet light (UVL) fittings were installed in 1985 as an attempt to disinfect water piped to rooms of transplant patients, because of concern about persistence of L micdadei in hospital water. Water samples were obtained from eight UVL-treated rooms and eight control rooms. 26 of 95 control samples were culture positive for L micdadei compared with 0 of 71 samples of filtered, UVL-treated water (p < 0.0001, Fisher's exact test). After the UVL fitting and filter had been bypassed because of a leak, 9 of 33 samples from the UVL rooms were positive (p < 0.0001). These data suggest that UVL treatment may be useful in continuous disinfection of water in the hospital rooms of high-risk patients. Descriptors drinking water, human, kidney transplantation, Legionella pneumophila, nonhuman, pneumonia, prevention, priority journal, ultraviolet radiation Links Book Title Database Embase; MEDLINE Publisher Data Source Embase Authors Farr,B. M., Tartaglino,J. C., Gratz,J. C., Getchell-White,S. I., Groschell,D. H. M. Original/Translated Title URL Date of Electronic PMCID Editors
Long-term monitoring of atmospheric deposition and the implications of ionic inputs for the sustainability of a coniferous forest ecosystem	2001	Farrell, E.P., Forest Ecosystem Research Group, Faculty of Agriculture, University College Dublin, Dublin 4, Ireland	Read more...
Source Type Print(0) Ref Type Journal Article Periodical, Full Water, air, and soil pollution Periodical, Abbrev. Water Air Soil Pollut. Pub Date Free Form 2001/ Volume 130 Issue 1-4 III Start Page 1055 Other Pages 1060 Notes Place of Publication ISSN/ISBN 0049-6979 Accession Number Language SubFile DOI Output Language Unknown(0) PMID Abstract Ionic fluxes in a semi-mature stand of Sitka spruce (Picea sitchensis (Bong.) Carr.), on a spodosol in eastern Ireland, were monitored over an eight-year period, 1991-1998. The paper focuses on the long-term viability of forests in this region. Input-output balances, proton budgets and critical loads suggest that the long-term sustainability of forests in the region is threatened unless atmospheric emissions of anthropogenic substances can be controlled. Descriptors ion, proton, article, atmospheric transport, controlled study, ecosystem, environmental management, environmental monitoring, environmental protection, forest, ion transport, Ireland, nonhuman, plant Links Book Title Database Embase Publisher Data Source Embase Authors Farrell,E. P., Aherne,J., Boyle,G. M., Nunan,N. Original/Translated Title URL Date of Electronic PMCID Editors

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