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18-24-month HIV-free survival as measurement of the effectiveness of prevention of mother-to-child transmission in the context of lifelong antiretroviral therapy: Results of a community-based survey
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2020)Introduction Population-based HIV-free survival at 18–24 months of age among HIV-exposed infants in high prevalence settings in the era of treatment for all is largely unknown. We conducted a community-based survey to ... -
2.5-fold increased risk of recurrent acute myocardial infarction with familial hypercholesterolemia
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2021)Background and aims A first-time acute myocardial infarction (AMI) is a severe diagnosis that leads to initiation or intensification of lipid-lowering medication to prevent recurrent events. Individuals with familial ... -
The 2009 influenza pandemic in primary care. Clinical manifestations, attitudes and utilisation of services
(Doctoral thesis, 2015-03-25)Background: Primary care plays a major role in the response to a pandemic. The objectives of this thesis were to investigate the outbreak of the 2009 influenza pandemic from a primary care perspective with focus on clinical ... -
24-Month HIV-free survival among HIV-exposed Infants in Lesotho: the PEAWIL cohort study
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2020)Introduction Following the implementation of the provision of lifelong antiretroviral therapy to all HIV-positive pregnant or breastfeeding women for prevention of mother-to-child transmission (PMTCT) of HIV by the Kingdom ... -
25-hydroxy-vitamin D concentration is not affected by severe or non-severe pneumonia, or inflammation, in young children
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2017-01-17)Poor vitamin D status has been associated with increased risk and severity of respiratory tract infections. Whether or not inflammation and infection affects 25-hydroxy vitamin D (25(OH)D) concentration is controversial ... -
450K epigenome-wide scan identifies differential DNA methylation in newborns related to maternal smoking during pregnancy
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2012-10)Background: Epigenetic modifications, such as DNA methylation, due to in utero exposures may play a critical role in early programming for childhood and adult illness. Maternal smoking is a major risk factor for multiple ... -
´A storehouse of mother´s unconditional love and nectar´- The role of the National Comprehensive Lactation Management Centre in strengthening feeding of premature infants in New Delhi, India
(Master thesis, 2021-12-15)Introduction: Providing human milk to sick- and premature infants is a lifesaving intervention that alone can reduce neonatal mortality. Studies have shown that donor human milk is the second-best alternative after mother’s ... -
Ability in daily activities after early supported discharge models of stroke rehabilitation
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2015)More knowledge is needed about how different rehabilitation models in the municipality influence stroke survivors’ ability in activities of daily living (ADL). Objectives: To compare three models of outpatient rehabilitation; ... -
The ability of the Ages and Stages Questionnaire (ASQ) to indicate motor difficulties in infants in primary care
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2022)Introduction Delayed achievement of motor milestones may be an early indicator of motor difficulties. Parent-reported questionnaires may serve as an efficient, low-cost screening to identify infants in need of further ... -
Abundance and dynamics of anopheline larvae in a highland malarious area of south-central Ethiopia
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2012-06-13)Background: Malaria is a public health problem in Ethiopia, and increasingly so in highland areas, possibly because of global warming. This study describes the distribution, breeding habitat and monthly dynamics of anopheline ... -
The acceptability and effect of a culturally-tailored dance intervention to promote physical activity in women of South Asian origin at risk of diabetes in the Netherlands—A mixed-methods feasibility study
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2022)Objective Populations of South Asian (SA) origin are at high risk of type 2 diabetes (T2D) and related complications. Analysis of T2D prevention interventions for these populations show that limited attention has been ... -
Acceptability of an economic support component to reduce early pregnancy and school dropout in Zambia: a qualitative case study
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2019)Background: Cash Transfer (CT) schemes have become popular poverty reducing measures in many low and middle-income countries. Research indicates that when provided to girls in resource poor settings, cash transfers can ... -
Acceptability of HIV counselling and testing among tuberculosis patients in south Ethiopia
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2007-05-30)Background: To benefit from available care and treatment options, patients should first be counselled and tested for HIV. Our aim was to assess the acceptability of HIV testing among tuberculosis patients under routine ... -
Acceptability of youth clubs focusing on comprehensive sexual and reproductive health education in rural Zambian schools: a case of Central Province
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2020)Background The youths in Zambia have limited access to information concerning Sexual Reproductive Health (SRH) and this puts them at risk of unwanted pregnancies. Talking about other methods of preventing pregnancy or ... -
The acceptability, adoption, and feasibility of a music application developed using participatory design for home-dwelling persons with dementia and their caregivers. The “Alight” app in the LIVE@Home.Path trial
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2022)Background: Music interventions for persons with dementia can improve health and interaction with caregivers, yet the reach is often restricted to institutions. We describe the participatory design process of a prototype ... -
The access paradox: abortion law, policy and practice in Ethiopia, Tanzania and Zambia
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2019-09-27)Introduction: Unsafe abortion is a major contributor to the continued high global maternal mortality and morbidity rates. Legal abortion frameworks and access to sexuality education and contraception have been pointed out ... -
Access to and interest in assistive technology for home-dwelling people with dementia during the COVID-19 pandemic (PAN.DEM)
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2021)The COVID-19 restrictions affect daily living in Norway, including home-dwelling people with dementia, and researchers conducting clinical trials in dementia care. In this paper, we 1) describe the development of a pandemic ... -
Access to Child and Adolescent Mental Health services in Uganda: Investigating the role of Primary Health Care and Traditional Healers
(Doctoral thesis, 2018-12-03)Introduction: Up to 20% of children and adolescents globally suffer from a debilitating mental illness and up to 50% of adult mental illness begins in adolescence. Early detection and management of Child and Adolescent ... -
Access to colorectal cancer screening for Pakistani immigrants in Norway – a qualitative study
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2024-07-11)Background: The Norwegian colorectal cancer (CRC) screening program started in May 2022. Inequalities in CRC screening participation are a challenge, and we expect that certain groups, such as immigrants, are at risk of ...