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Degradation of specific aromatic compounds migrating from PEX pipes into drinking water	2015	Department of Environmental Engineering, Technical University of Denmark, Miljoevej, Building 113, 2800 Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark. Electronic address: sury@env.dtu.dk.; Department of Environmental Engineering, Technical University of Denmark, Miljoevej, Buildi	Read more...
Source Type Print(0) Ref Type Journal Article Periodical, Full Water research Periodical, Abbrev. Water Res. Pub Date Free Form 15-Sep Volume 81 Issue Start Page 269 Other Pages 278 Notes CI: Copyright (c) 2015; JID: 0105072; 0 (Drinking Water); 0 (Organic Chemicals); 0 (Water Pollutants, Chemical); 9002-88-4 (Polyethylene); OTO: NOTNLM; 2014/12/29 [received]; 2015/05/24 [revised]; 2015/05/27 [accepted]; 2015/05/29 [aheadofprint]; ppublish Place of Publication England ISSN/ISBN 1879-2448; 0043-1354 Accession Number PMID: 26074190 Language eng SubFile Journal Article; IM DOI 10.1016/j.watres.2015.05.054 [doi] Output Language Unknown(0) PMID 26074190 Abstract Nine specific compounds identified to migrate from polyethylene (PE) and cross-linked polyethylene (PEX) to drinking water were investigated for their degradation in drinking water. Three sample types were studied: field samples (collected at consumer taps), PEX pipe water extractions, and water samples spiked with target compounds. Four compounds were quantified in field samples at concentrations of 0.15-8.0 mug/L. During PEX pipe water extraction 0.42 +/- 0.20 mg NVOC/L was released and five compounds quantified (0.5-6.1 mug/L). The degradation of these compounds was evaluated in PEX-pipe water extractions and spiked samples. 4-ethylphenol was degraded within 22 days. Eight compounds were, however, only partially degradable under abiotic and biotic conditions within the timeframe of the experiments (2-4 weeks). Neither inhibition nor co-metabolism was observed in the presence of acetate or PEX pipe derived NVOC. Furthermore, the degradation in drinking water from four different locations with three different water works was similar. In conclusion, eight out of the nine compounds studied would - if being released from the pipes - reach consumers with only minor concentration decrease during water distribution. Descriptors Links Book Title Database Publisher Elsevier Ltd Data Source Authors Ryssel,S.T., Arvin,E., Lutzhoft,H.C., Olsson,M.E., Prochazkova,Z., Albrechtsen,H.J. Original/Translated Title URL Date of Electronic 20150529 PMCID Editors
Risky behaviors, e-cigarette use and susceptibility of use among college students	2015	University at Buffalo, State University of New York, School of Public Health and Health Professions, Department of Community Health and Health Behavior, Buffalo, NY, USA. Electronic address: mls38@buffalo.edu.; University at Buffalo, State University of N	Read more...
Source Type Print(0) Ref Type Journal Article Periodical, Full Drug and alcohol dependence Periodical, Abbrev. Drug Alcohol Depend. Pub Date Free Form 1-Apr Volume 149 Issue Start Page 25 Other Pages 30 Notes CI: Copyright (c) 2015; JID: 7513587; OTO: NOTNLM; 2014/09/11 [received]; 2014/12/11 [revised]; 2015/01/02 [accepted]; 2015/01/24 [aheadofprint]; ppublish Place of Publication Ireland ISSN/ISBN 1879-0046; 0376-8716 Accession Number PMID: 25666362 Language eng SubFile Journal Article; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't; IM DOI 10.1016/j.drugalcdep.2015.01.001 [doi] Output Language Unknown(0) PMID 25666362 Abstract BACKGROUND: Since 2007, there has been a rise in the use of electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes). The present study uses cross-sectional data (2013) to examine prevalence, correlates and susceptibility to e-cigarettes among young adults. METHODS: Data were collected using an Internet survey from a convenience sample of 1437, 18-23 year olds attending four colleges/universities in Upstate New York. Results were summarized using descriptive statistics; logistic regression models were analyzed to identify correlates of e-cigarette use and susceptibility to using e-cigarettes. RESULTS: Nearly all respondents (95.5%) reported awareness of e-cigarettes; 29.9% were ever users and 14.9% were current users. Younger students, males, non-Hispanic Whites, respondents reporting average/below average school ability, ever smokers and experimenters of tobacco cigarettes, and those with lower perceptions of harm regarding e-cigarettes demonstrated higher odds of ever use or current use. Risky behaviors (i.e., tobacco, marijuana or alcohol use) were associated with using e-cigarettes. Among never e-cigarette users, individuals involved in risky behaviors or, with lower harm perceptions for e-cigarettes, were more susceptible to future e-cigarette use. CONCLUSIONS: More e-cigarette users report use of another nicotine product besides e-cigarettes as the first nicotine product used; this should be considered when examining whether e-cigarette use is related to cigarette susceptibility. Involvement in risky behaviors is related to e-cigarette use and susceptibility to e-cigarette use. Among college students, e-cigarette use is more likely to occur in those who have also used other tobacco products, marijuana, and/or alcohol. Descriptors Links Book Title Database Publisher Elsevier Ireland Ltd Data Source Authors Saddleson,M.L., Kozlowski,L.T., Giovino,G.A., Hawk,L.W., Murphy,J.M., MacLean,M.G., Goniewicz,M.L., Homish,G.G., Wrotniak,B.H., Mahoney,M.C. Original/Translated Title URL Date of Electronic 20150124 PMCID Editors
Short- and medium-term efficacy of a Web-based computer-tailored nutrition education intervention for adults including cognitive and environmental feedback: randomized controlled trial	2015	Maastricht University, Department of Health Promotion, School for Public Health and Primary Care (CAPHRI), Maastricht, Netherlands. linda.springvloet@maastrichtuniversity.nl.	Read more...
Source Type Print(0) Ref Type Journal Article Periodical, Full Journal of medical Internet research Periodical, Abbrev. J.Med.Internet Res. Pub Date Free Form 19-Jan Volume 17 Issue 1 Start Page e23 Other Pages Notes LR: 20151119; NTR/NTR3396; JID: 100959882; OID: NLM: PMC4319071; OTO: NOTNLM; 2014/09/03 [received]; 2014/12/10 [accepted]; 2014/11/12 [revised]; epublish Place of Publication Canada ISSN/ISBN 1438-8871; 1438-8871 Accession Number PMID: 25599828 Language eng SubFile Journal Article; Randomized Controlled Trial; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't; IM DOI 10.2196/jmir.3837 [doi] Output Language Unknown(0) PMID 25599828 Abstract BACKGROUND: Web-based, computer-tailored nutrition education interventions can be effective in modifying self-reported dietary behaviors. Traditional computer-tailored programs primarily targeted individual cognitions (knowledge, awareness, attitude, self-efficacy). Tailoring on additional variables such as self-regulation processes and environmental-level factors (the home food environment arrangement and perception of availability and prices of healthy food products in supermarkets) may improve efficacy and effect sizes (ES) of Web-based computer-tailored nutrition education interventions. OBJECTIVE: This study evaluated the short- and medium-term efficacy and educational differences in efficacy of a cognitive and environmental feedback version of a Web-based computer-tailored nutrition education intervention on self-reported fruit, vegetable, high-energy snack, and saturated fat intake compared to generic nutrition information in the total sample and among participants who did not comply with dietary guidelines (the risk groups). METHODS: A randomized controlled trial was conducted with a basic (tailored intervention targeting individual cognition and self-regulation processes; n=456), plus (basic intervention additionally targeting environmental-level factors; n=459), and control (generic nutrition information; n=434) group. Participants were recruited from the general population and randomly assigned to a study group. Self-reported fruit, vegetable, high-energy snack, and saturated fat intake were assessed at baseline and at 1- (T1) and 4-months (T2) postintervention using online questionnaires. Linear mixed model analyses examined group differences in change over time. Educational differences were examined with groupxtimexeducation interaction terms. RESULTS: In the total sample, the basic (T1: ES=-0.30; T2: ES=-0.18) and plus intervention groups (T1: ES=-0.29; T2: ES=-0.27) had larger decreases in high-energy snack intake than the control group. The basic version resulted in a larger decrease in saturated fat intake than the control intervention (T1: ES=-0.19; T2: ES=-0.17). In the risk groups, the basic version caused larger decreases in fat (T1: ES=-0.28; T2: ES=-0.28) and high-energy snack intake (T1: ES=-0.34; T2: ES=-0.20) than the control intervention. The plus version resulted in a larger increase in fruit (T1: ES=0.25; T2: ES=0.37) and a larger decrease in high-energy snack intake (T1: ES=-0.38; T2: ES=-0.32) than the control intervention. For high-energy snack intake, educational differences were found. Stratified analyses showed that the plus version was most effective for high-educated participants. CONCLUSIONS: Both intervention versions were more effective in improving some of the self-reported dietary behaviors than generic nutrition information, especially in the risk groups, among both higher- and lower-educated participants. For fruit intake, only the plus version was more effective than providing generic nutrition information. Although feasible, incorporating environmental-level information is time-consuming. Therefore, the basic version may be more feasible for further implementation, although inclusion of feedback on the arrangement of the home food environment and on availability and prices may be considered for fruit and, for high-educated people, for high-energy snack intake. TRIAL REGISTRATION: Netherlands Trial Registry NTR3396; http://www.trialregister.nl/trialreg/admin/rctview.asp?TC=3396 (Archived by WebCite at http://www.webcitation.org/6VNZbdL6w). Descriptors Links Book Title Database Publisher Data Source Authors Springvloet,L., Lechner,L., de Vries,H., Candel,M.J., Oenema,A. Original/Translated Title URL Date of Electronic 20150119 PMCID PMC4319071 Editors
An observation of venous gas emboli in divers and susceptibility to decompression sickness	2015	Fremantle Hyperbaric Unit, Fremantle Hospital, Alma Street, PO Box 480, WA 6959, Australia, Phone: +61-(0)8-9431-2233, E-mail: ian.gawthrope@health.wa.gov.au.; The University of Notre Dame, Fremantle, Western Australia.; The University of Notre Dame, Frem	Read more...
Source Type Print(0) Ref Type Journal Article Periodical, Full Diving and hyperbaric medicine Periodical, Abbrev. Diving.Hyperb.Med. Pub Date Free Form Mar Volume 45 Issue 1 Start Page 25 Other Pages 29 Notes JID: 101282742; OTO: NOTNLM; 2014/12/24 [received]; 2014/12/28 [accepted]; ppublish Place of Publication Australia ISSN/ISBN 1833-3516; 1833-3516 Accession Number PMID: 25964035 Language eng SubFile Journal Article; Observational Study; IM DOI Output Language Unknown(0) PMID 25964035 Abstract INTRODUCTION: Decompression sickness (DCS) results from the formation of bubbles within the tissues and blood in response to a reduction in environmental pressure. Venous gas emboli (VGE) are common after diving and are usually only present in small numbers. Greater VGE numbers are an indication of decompression stress, and can be reliably detected using ultrasound imaging. AIM: To examine the relationship between production of VGE following a routine dive and the risk of DCS. METHODS: A matched population of divers with and without a history of DCS were monitored for the production of VGE at 15-minute intervals using ultrasound, following a 405 kPa air dive in a hyperbaric chamber using the DCIEM air decompression table. VGE production was graded using a validated grading system and the data analysed to compare maximum VGE grade and duration of VGE formation. RESULTS: Eleven divers with a history of DCS were compared with 13 divers with no history of DCS. Divers with a history of DCS demonstrated both a higher maximum grade (P=0.04) and longer duration (P=0.002) of VGE production compared to divers without a history of DCS. CONCLUSION: Higher maximum VGE grades and longer durations of VGE following decompression were associated with a history of DCS and, in particular, musculoskeletal DCS. Although the exact mechanism of DCS remains poorly understood, our data suggest some individuals are inherently more prone to develop VGE, increasing the probability of DCS. Modification of diving practices in those with high VGE grades could potentially decrease DCS risk in these individuals. Descriptors Links Book Title Database Publisher Data Source Authors Gawthrope,I.C., Summers,M., Macey,D.J., Playford,D.A. Original/Translated Title URL Date of Electronic PMCID Editors
Tripling use of electronic cigarettes among New Zealand adolescents between 2012 and 2014	2015	Research and Evaluation, Health Promotion Agency, Wellington, New Zealand. Electronic address: j.white@hpa.org.nz.; Research and Evaluation, Health Promotion Agency, Wellington, New Zealand.; Research and Evaluation, Health Promotion Agency, Wellington, N	Read more...
Source Type Print(0) Ref Type Journal Article Periodical, Full The Journal of adolescent health : official publication of the Society for Adolescent Medicine Periodical, Abbrev. J.Adolesc.Health Pub Date Free Form May Volume 56 Issue 5 Start Page 522 Other Pages 528 Notes CI: Copyright (c) 2015; JID: 9102136; OTO: NOTNLM; 2014/10/14 [received]; 2015/01/28 [revised]; 2015/01/28 [accepted]; ppublish Place of Publication United States ISSN/ISBN 1879-1972; 1054-139X Accession Number PMID: 25907651 Language eng SubFile Journal Article; IM DOI 10.1016/j.jadohealth.2015.01.022 [doi] Output Language Unknown(0) PMID 25907651 Abstract PURPOSE: Use of electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) among adults has flourished in recent years. However, little is known about their use among adolescents. This article reports on data collected from a New Zealand national youth tobacco use survey in 2012 and 2014. METHODS: The Youth Insights Survey is a biennial self-complete survey of Year 10 students (predominately aged 14-15 years), with a sample size of 3,127 in 2012 and 2,919 in 2014. Ever-use of e-cigarettes was self-reported by participants in both years, and in 2014, e-cigarette ever-users also reported their reasons for first trying e-cigarettes. RESULTS: The rate of e-cigarette ever-use tripled from 7.0% in 2012 to 20.0% in 2014. After adjusting for sociodemographic variables, smoking status (including susceptibility), and other factors associated with tobacco smoking uptake, e-cigarette ever-use was associated with gender, smoking status, close friends' smoking behavior, and risky substance use. Among smokers, desire for a cigarette, quit intention, or past-year quit attempts did not predict e-cigarette ever-use. Irrespective of smoking status, curiosity was the most commonly cited reason for trying e-cigarettes. CONCLUSIONS: In 2014, one in five 14- to 15-year-olds had used e-cigarettes. Our data suggest that for adolescent smokers, cessation was not the main reason for trying e-cigarettes. Instead, most adolescents (smokers and nonsmokers) tried e-cigarettes out of curiosity. Our findings signal a need to continue monitoring the uptake of e-cigarettes among adolescents, including both experimental and long-term use. Controlling access and exposure to e-cigarettes among this young age group is also required. Descriptors Links Book Title Database Publisher Society for Adolescent Health and Medicine. Published by Elsevier Inc Data Source Authors White,J., Li,J., Newcombe,R., Walton,D. Original/Translated Title URL Date of Electronic PMCID Editors
Overlap of symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease, dyspepsia and irritable bowel syndrome in the general population	2015	Research Unit of General Practice, Institute of Public Health, University of Southern Denmark , Odense , Denmark.	Read more...
Source Type Print(0) Ref Type Journal Article Periodical, Full Scandinavian Journal of Gastroenterology Periodical, Abbrev. Scand.J.Gastroenterol. Pub Date Free Form Feb Volume 50 Issue 2 Start Page 162 Other Pages 169 Notes LR: 20151119; JID: 0060105; OTO: NOTNLM; 2014/12/19 [aheadofprint]; ppublish Place of Publication England ISSN/ISBN 1502-7708; 0036-5521 Accession Number PMID: 25525975 Language eng SubFile Journal Article; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't; IM DOI 10.3109/00365521.2014.983157 [doi] Output Language Unknown(0) PMID 25525975 Abstract INTRODUCTION: Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), functional dyspepsia (FD) and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) are common functional gastrointestinal conditions with significant impact on the daily lives of individuals. The objective was to investigate the prevalence and overlap of the three conditions in a Western general population. MATERIAL AND METHODS: A nationwide study of 100,000 individuals 20 years and above, randomly selected in the general population. A web-based questionnaire survey formed the basis of this study. Questions regarding FD and IBS were extracted from the ROME III adult questionnaire. Questions regarding GERD were developed based on the Montreal definition. Prevalence estimates for GERD, FD IBS were calculated in total and for each sex separately and for four age groups. A Venn diagram was constructed, illustrating the overlap between the three conditions. RESULTS: The overall response rate was 52.2%. The prevalence of GERD, FD and IBS was 11.2%, 7.7% and 10.5%, respectively, and overlap between two or three of these conditions was seen among 6.5% of the respondents. Among individuals meeting the criteria of one or more of the conditions GERD, FD and IBS, 30.7% had overlap between two or all three conditions. CONCLUSION: GERD, FD and IBS are common conditions in the general population and the overlap between these conditions is also quite common. When diagnosing patients with GERD, FD and IBS, physicians should keep in mind that these patients could be suffering from more than one of these conditions. Descriptors Links Book Title Database Publisher Data Source Authors Rasmussen,S., Jensen,T.H., Henriksen,S.L., Haastrup,P.F., Larsen,P.V., Sondergaard,J., Jarbol,D.E. Original/Translated Title URL Date of Electronic 20141219 PMCID Editors
Comparative and cost effectiveness of telemedicine versus telephone counseling for smoking cessation	2015	University of Kansas Medical Center, Department of Preventive Medicine and Public Health, Kansas City, KS, United States. krichter@kumc.edu.	Read more...
Source Type Print(0) Ref Type Journal Article Periodical, Full Journal of medical Internet research Periodical, Abbrev. J.Med.Internet Res. Pub Date Free Form 8-May Volume 17 Issue 5 Start Page e113 Other Pages Notes LR: 20150703; ClinicalTrials.gov/NCT00843505; GR: R01HL087643/HL/NHLBI NIH HHS/United States; JID: 100959882; EIN: J Med Internet Res. 2015;17(6):e124. Catley, Delwyn [Added]. PMID: 26075409; OID: NLM: PMC4468596; OTO: NOTNLM; 2014/10/27 [received]; 2015/ Place of Publication Canada ISSN/ISBN 1438-8871; 1438-8871 Accession Number PMID: 25956257 Language eng SubFile Comparative Study; Journal Article; Randomized Controlled Trial; Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural; IM DOI 10.2196/jmir.3975 [doi] Output Language Unknown(0) PMID 25956257 Abstract BACKGROUND: In rural America, cigarette smoking is prevalent and health care providers lack the time and resources to help smokers quit. Telephone quitlines are important avenues for cessation services in rural areas, but they are poorly integrated with local health care resources. OBJECTIVE: The intent of the study was to assess the comparative effectiveness and cost effectiveness of two models for delivering expert tobacco treatment at a distance: telemedicine counseling that was integrated into smokers' primary care clinics (Integrated Telemedicine-ITM) versus telephone counseling, similar to telephone quitline counseling, delivered to smokers in their homes (Phone). METHODS: Smokers (n=566) were recruited offline from 20 primary care and safety net clinics across Kansas. They were randomly assigned to receive 4 sessions of ITM or 4 sessions of Phone counseling. Patients in ITM received real-time video counseling, similar to Skype, delivered by computer/webcams in clinic exam rooms. Three full-time equivalent trained counselors delivered the counseling. The counseling duration and content was the same in both groups and was available in Spanish or English. Both groups also received identical materials and assistance in selecting and obtaining cessation medications. The primary outcome was verified 7-day point prevalence smoking abstinence at month 12, using an intent-to-treat analysis. RESULTS: There were no significant baseline differences between groups, and the trial achieved 88% follow-up at 12 months. Verified abstinence at 12 months did not significantly differ between ITM or Phone (9.8%, 27/280 vs 12%, 34/286; P=.406). Phone participants completed somewhat more counseling sessions than ITM (mean 2.6, SD 1.5 vs mean 2.4, SD 1.5; P=.0837); however, participants in ITM were significantly more likely to use cessation medications than participants in Phone (55.9%, 128/280 vs 46.1%, 107/286; P=.03). Compared to Phone participants, ITM participants were significantly more likely to recommend the program to a family member or friend (P=.0075). From the combined provider plus participant (societal) perspective, Phone was significantly less costly than ITM. Participants in ITM had to incur time and mileage costs to travel to clinics for ITM sessions. From the provider perspective, counseling costs were similar between ITM (US $45.46, SD 31.50) and Phone (US $49.58, SD 33.35); however, total provider costs varied widely depending on how the clinic space for delivering ITM was valued. CONCLUSIONS: Findings did not support the superiority of ITM over telephone counseling for helping rural patients quit smoking. ITM increased utilization of cessation pharmacotherapy and produced higher participant satisfaction, but Phone counseling was significantly less expensive. Future interventions could combine elements of both approaches to optimize pharmacotherapy utilization, counseling adherence, and satisfaction. Such an approach could commence with a telemedicine-delivered clinic office visit for pharmacotherapy guidance, and continue with telephone or real-time video counseling delivered via mobile phones to flexibly deliver behavioral support to patients where they most need it-in their homes and communities. TRIAL REGISTRATION: Clinicaltrials.gov NCT00843505; http://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT00843505 (Archived by WebCite at http://www.webcitation.org/6YKSinVZ9). Descriptors Links Book Title Database Publisher Data Source Authors Richter,K.P., Shireman,T.I., Ellerbeck,E.F., Cupertino,A.P., Catley,D., Cox,L.S., Preacher,K.J., Spaulding,R., Mussulman,L.M., Nazir,N., Hunt,J.J., Lambart,L. Original/Translated Title URL Date of Electronic 20150508 PMCID PMC4468596 Editors
Cigarette, Cigar, and Marijuana Use Among High School Students - United States, 1997-2013	2015		Read more...
Source Type Print(0) Ref Type Journal Article Periodical, Full MMWR.Morbidity and mortality weekly report Periodical, Abbrev. MMWR Morb.Mortal.Wkly.Rep. Pub Date Free Form 16-Oct Volume 64 Issue 40 Start Page 1136 Other Pages 1141 Notes JID: 7802429; epublish Place of Publication United States ISSN/ISBN 1545-861X; 0149-2195 Accession Number PMID: 26468662 Language eng SubFile Journal Article; IM DOI 10.15585/mmwr.mm6440a2 [doi] Output Language Unknown(0) PMID 26468662 Abstract What is already known on this topic? Since 2010, the proportion of U.S. 12th grade students who reported using marijuana during the preceding 30 days (21.4%) has surpassed the proportion reporting use of cigarettes during the preceding 30 days (19.2%).What is added by this report? During 1997-2013, the proportion of white, black, and Hispanic high school students overall who were exclusive cigarette or cigar users decreased 64%, from 20.5% to 7.4%. The proportion of white, black, and Hispanic students who were exclusive marijuana users more than doubled from 4.2% to 10.2%, and among cigarette or cigar users, marijuana use increased, with considerable increases identified among black and Hispanic students toward the end of the study period.What are the implications for public health practice? Despite significant declines since 1997, approximately 30% of white, black, and Hispanic U.S. high school students were current users of cigarettes, cigars, or marijuana in 2013. Policy and programmatic efforts might benefit from integrated approaches that focus on reducing the use of tobacco and marijuana among youths. Descriptors Links Book Title Database Publisher Data Source Authors Rolle,I.V., Kennedy,S.M., Agaku,I., Jones,S.E., Bunnell,R., Caraballo,R., Xu,X., Schauer,G., McAfee,T. Original/Translated Title URL Date of Electronic 20151016 PMCID Editors
Opinions about electronic cigarette use in smoke-free areas among U.S. Adults, 2012	2015	School of Public Health, Georgia State University, Atlanta, GA bmajeed1@student.gsu.edu.; School of Public Health, Georgia State University, Atlanta, GA.; School of Public Health, Georgia State University, Atlanta, GA.; School of Public Health, Georgia St	Read more...
Source Type Print(0) Ref Type Journal Article Periodical, Full Nicotine & tobacco research : official journal of the Society for Research on Nicotine and Tobacco Periodical, Abbrev. Nicotine Tob.Res. Pub Date Free Form Jun Volume 17 Issue 6 Start Page 675 Other Pages 681 Notes LR: 20160715; CI: (c) The Author 2014; GR: P50 DA036128/DA/NIDA NIH HHS/United States; GR: P50DA036128/DA/NIDA NIH HHS/United States; GR: R03 CA159909/CA/NCI NIH HHS/United States; GR: R21 CA180934/CA/NCI NIH HHS/United States; JID: 9815751; OID: NLM: PMC Place of Publication England ISSN/ISBN 1469-994X; 1462-2203 Accession Number PMID: 25358659 Language eng SubFile Journal Article; Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't; Research Support, U.S. Gov't, P.H.S.; IM DOI 10.1093/ntr/ntu235 [doi] Output Language Unknown(0) PMID 25358659 Abstract INTRODUCTION: In the United States, electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) are currently unregulated, extensively marketed, and experiencing a rapid increase in use. The purpose of this study was to examine the opinions of U.S. adults about e-cigarette use in smoke-free public areas. METHODS: Data were obtained from the online HealthStyle survey administered to a probability sample of a nationally representative online panel. The study included 4,043U.S. adults, aged 18 years or older who responded to this question, "Do you think e-cigarette should be allowed to be used in public areas where tobacco smoking is prohibited?" Multinomial logistic regression analyses were used to examine opinions on e-cigarette use in smoke-free areas by sex, age, race/ethnicity, household income, education, census region, and cigarette smoking status and e-cigarette awareness and ever use. RESULTS: Overall, about 40% of adults were uncertain whether e-cigarettes should be allowed in smoke-free areas, 37% opposed, while 23% favored their use in smoke-free public places. Multinomial logistic regression analyses showed that adults who were aware, ever used e-cigarettes, and current cigarette smokers were more likely to express an "in favor" opinion than adults who expressed an uncertain opinion (don't know). CONCLUSION: Over 75% of U.S. adults reported uncertainty or disapproval of the use of e-cigarettes in smoke-free areas. Current cigarette smokers, adults aware or have ever used e-cigarettes were more supportive to exempting e-cigarettes from smoking restrictions. With impending regulation and the changing e-cigarette landscape, continued monitoring and research on public opinions about e-cigarette use in smoke-free places are needed. Descriptors Links Book Title Database Publisher . Published by Oxford University Press on behalf of the Society for Research on Nicotine and Tobacco Data Source Authors Majeed,B.A., Dube,S.R., Sterling,K., Whitney,C., Eriksen,M.P. Original/Translated Title URL Date of Electronic 20141030 PMCID PMC4838050 Editors
A Barrett's esophagus registry of over 1000 patients from a specialist center highlights greater risk of progression than population-based registries and high risk of low grade dysplasia	2015	Department of Surgery, Trinity Center for Health Sciences, St. James's Hospital and Trinity College Dublin, Dublin, Ireland.	Read more...
Source Type Print(0) Ref Type Journal Article Periodical, Full Diseases of the esophagus : official journal of the International Society for Diseases of the Esophagus / I.S.D.E Periodical, Abbrev. Dis.Esophagus Pub Date Free Form Feb-Mar Volume 28 Issue 2 Start Page 121 Other Pages 126 Notes CI: (c) 2014; JID: 8809160; Adenocarcinoma Of Esophagus; OTO: NOTNLM; 2014/01/15 [aheadofprint]; ppublish Place of Publication United States ISSN/ISBN 1442-2050; 1120-8694 Accession Number PMID: 24428806 Language eng SubFile Journal Article; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't; IM DOI 10.1111/dote.12166 [doi] Output Language Unknown(0) PMID 24428806 Abstract Barrett's esophagus (BE) arising from chronic gastro-oesophageal reflux (GERD) is the main pathologic precursor of esophageal adenocarcinoma (EAC). The risk of progression to high-grade dysplasia (HGD) and EAC is unclear, and recent population studies from Denmark and Northern Ireland suggest that this has been overestimated in the past. No data exist from the Republic of Ireland. A detailed clinical, endoscopic, and pathologic database was established in one center as a proposed pilot for a national registry, and initial and follow-up data were abstracted by a data manager. One thousand ninety-three patients were registered, 60 patients with HGD were excluded, leaving 1033, with a median age of 59 and 2 : 1 male to female ratio, and 3599 person-years of follow-up. The overall incidence of HGD/EAC was 1.33% per year overall, 0.85% if the first year is excluded. Within the first year after index endoscopy, 18 cases of HGD or EAC were identified, and 30 following the first year. Low-grade dysplasia (LGD) on index endoscopy was associated with an incidence of progression of 6.5% per year, and 3.1% when tertiary referrals were excluded. These data provide important demographic and clinical information on the population of Irish patients with BE, with incidence rates of progression higher than recently published population-based registry series, perhaps relating to sampling and pathological assessment. Low-grade dysplasia on initial biopsy is a significant proxy marker of risk of progression. Descriptors Links Book Title Database Publisher International Society for Diseases of the Esophagus Data Source Authors Picardo,S.L., O'Brien,M.P., Feighery,R., O'Toole,D., Ravi,N., O'Farrell,N.J., O'Sullivan,J.N., Reynolds,J.V. Original/Translated Title URL Date of Electronic 20140115 PMCID Editors

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