Childhood obesity has reached epidemic levels in developed countries. Twenty five percent
of children in the US are overweight and 11% are obese. Overweight and obesity in …

Background Depression is one of the most common mental disorders in Western countries
and is related to increased morbidity and mortality from medical conditions and decreased …

Background: Fractures have largely been assessed by their impact on quality of life or health
care costs. We conducted this study to evaluate the relation between fractures and mortality…

This article provides an overview and application of Q-methodology for nursing researchers,
with an illustration of its appropriate usage. Q-methodology has been identified as a method …

Aim To report quantitative evidence of the effectiveness of advanced practice nursing roles,
clinical nurse specialists and nurse practitioners, in meeting the healthcare needs of older …

Background Much attention has been given to the adequacy of prenatal care use in promoting
healthy outcomes for women and their infants. Adequacy of use takes into account the …

In this study nursing faculty perceptions of the implementation of simulation in schools of
nursing across Ontario, Canada, were explored using the Q-methodology technique. Following …

… Marshall; statistical methods and preparation and editing of the article: Noori Akhtar-Danesh;
study design and preparation and editing of the article: Marko Simunovic; study design and …

Background Cardiovascular disease (CVD) mortality is higher in winter than summer, particularly
in cold climates. Physical activity reduces CVD risk but climate impacts participation in …

Aim To report a concept analysis of interprofessional collaboration in the context of chronic
disease management, for older adults living in communities. Background Increasing …