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In thisEuropean Public Health news, we present updates from EUPHA, the EUPHA working group on gender equality, WHO Europe and the upcoming European Public Health Conference. Zeegers and Nagyova reflect on the increase in polarization in the world which has been highlighted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Petelos et al. present the work EUPHA has been developing on gender equality. Something that should be totally obvious, but still needs specific attention, so that gender equality is accepted and implemented everywhere. Kluge et al. reflect on the future of digital public health, one of the priorities of WHO Europe. Digital heal...
Source: The European Journal of Public Health - October 23, 2021 Category: General Medicine Source Type: research

What is a relationship between BMI and life satisfaction?
ConclusionsOur study adds additional nuance to the quality-of-life research by showing that the association between BMI and LS is, at least partially, moderated by the contextual environment, and that the character of these effects differs by gender.Key messagesThe association between BMI and LS is moderated by the contextual environment.The character of these effects differs by gender. (Source: The European Journal of Public Health)
Source: The European Journal of Public Health - October 20, 2021 Category: General Medicine Source Type: research

Web content and social media analysis on children's lifestyles even during the Covid-19 pandemic
ConclusionsThe results will contribute to producing indications for health promotion and increasing Internet users' health literacy.Key messagesWomen are the main users of the topics investigated.Children and adolescents ’ health was the central theme in the mentions collected relating to Covid-19. (Source: The European Journal of Public Health)
Source: The European Journal of Public Health - October 20, 2021 Category: General Medicine Source Type: research

Does parents ’ educational level affect children's sedentary behaviour? A cross sectional analysis
ConclusionsOur findings show that mothers' educational level positively influences children's lifestyle. This result might be related to the fact that, in the Italian context, mothers are usually the principal children's caregiver influencing their daily routine. In light of this, mothers might be considered a primary target when implementing public health interventions to reduce children's SB.Key messagesHigher mothers ’ educational level is positively associated with healthier lifestyles in children, in particular in determining a less sedentary behaviour.Fathers' degree of education does not display any impact on chil...
Source: The European Journal of Public Health - October 20, 2021 Category: General Medicine Source Type: research

Coping Styles in the SARS-CoV-2 national lockdown: impact on behaviors for cardiovascular prevention
ConclusionsWe found that the DCRR relates to the Emotional- and Task-oriented coping styles, while DAC is associated with the Task-oriented coping style. The strength of our study consists in the territorial and multidisciplinary dimension of the project, the main critical issue is represented by the small size of the patient sample.Key messagesA relationship can be described between Differential Cardiovascular Risk Reduction and Emotional- and Task-oriented coping styles.There is a relationship between Differential Alcohol Consumption and the Task-oriented coping style. (Source: The European Journal of Public Health)
Source: The European Journal of Public Health - October 20, 2021 Category: General Medicine Source Type: research

Childbearing intentions after a very preterm delivery: a study among Portuguese mothers and fathers
ConclusionsThis study provides a comprehensive assessment of childbearing intentions after a very preterm delivery, advocating for reproductive counselling policies supportive of family planning.Key messagesDiscrepancy between the ideal and actual childbearing intentions support the enhancement of reproductive healthcare services for family planning.Socioeconomic and age-related constraints were the main motives presented by mothers and fathers of very preterm infants for not wanting to have more children. (Source: The European Journal of Public Health)
Source: The European Journal of Public Health - October 20, 2021 Category: General Medicine Source Type: research

Dermatoglyphic markers as predictors of high blood pressure in young soccer players
ConclusionsDermatoglyphics are suggested as a marker for the early diagnosis of elevated BP in young athletes.Key messagesDermatoglyphic patterns are a marker for the detection of high BP in young soccer players.Early detection of risk factors reduces the incidence of CNCD. (Source: The European Journal of Public Health)
Source: The European Journal of Public Health - October 20, 2021 Category: General Medicine Source Type: research

COVID-19 impact on financial security: evidence from the National Public Engagement Survey in Wales
ConclusionsCOVID-19 has had a major impact on people's lives and livelihoods in Wales, hitting the most deprived and vulnerable the most. It has increased job insecurity, especially among younger/working age people. The government has taken unprecedented financial and other measures to address inequities; nevertheless, most are temporary and not specifically targeted to support specific (vulnerable) groups. Measures to promote sustainable economic recovery, job security and safeguarding due to the COVID-19 pandemic need continuity and consistencyKey messagesCOVID-19 has had a significant impact on income and job security i...
Source: The European Journal of Public Health - October 20, 2021 Category: General Medicine Source Type: research

Sustainable initiatives to limit the spread of corona-virus among Danish school teachers
ConclusionsIt should be ensured that schools have the resources needed to hinder spread of virus while delivering high quality teaching. In addition, our findings suggest that school leaders clarify the prioritization between preventive initiatives and core tasks, and inform about responsibilities and academic expectations.Key messagesActions to make preventive initiatives sustainable within school environments are highly needed to keep schools open during this and future pandemics.Policies should ensure that schools have the resources needed in order to hinder spread of virus while delivering high quality teaching. (Sourc...
Source: The European Journal of Public Health - October 20, 2021 Category: General Medicine Source Type: research

Occupational prestige and sickness absence inequality in Sweden: a registry-based study
ConclusionsWomen, regardless of occupational prestige level, and men in lower occupational prestige had an increased risk of sickness absence.Key messagesOccupational prestige was associated with sickness absence in women and men.There is need to pay close attention to occupational prestige as a factor that may influence health and labor market participation. (Source: The European Journal of Public Health)
Source: The European Journal of Public Health - October 20, 2021 Category: General Medicine Source Type: research

Employer perspectives on their supportive role in promoting sustainable RTW of disabled workers
ConclusionsDifferent types of employer support are considered as important in the RTW process of disabled workers. Besides offering work accommodations, also emotional and informational support are necessary. In addition, good collaboration and flexibility of both employer and employee may be viewed as facilitators for optimizing supervisor and employee interaction during the RTW process.Key messagesInstrumental, emotional and informational support by the employer are important in the RTW process of disabled workers.Facilitating factors include collaboration, flexibility and leadership. (Source: The European Journal of Public Health)
Source: The European Journal of Public Health - October 20, 2021 Category: General Medicine Source Type: research

Disability inclusiveness of government responses to COVID-19 in Brazil and Chile
This study examines the disability inclusiveness of government measures to COVID-19 in Brazil and Chile. With more than one billion people with disabilities worldwide, it is important to examine the inclusiveness of official government responses, in order to protect and mitigate the impacts of the pandemic for this population.Description of the problemGovernment responses have a direct impact on the capacity of people with disabilities to protect themselves against health-related, economic, and social consequences of the pandemic. In order to examine official measures, we conducted documentary research, using framework ana...
Source: The European Journal of Public Health - October 20, 2021 Category: General Medicine Source Type: research

Suberosis at Public Health Unit (PHU) of Santa Maria da Feira/Arouca (F/A) (Portugal)
ConclusionsSMF has a prevalence of Suberosis well above the national average. In order to respond to this issue, the cork industry must reinforce the investment in terms of PPE, with the use of uniform, cuffs, safety shoes and visor, variable with the specific production process. In terms of collective protection, the signaling of the main hazards and the information available in the workstations regarding mandatory/recommended PPE, isolation of the areas with the most dangerous tasks as well as the maximum possible turnover between tasks are essential in terms of Occupational Health.Key messagesSuberosis is an occupationa...
Source: The European Journal of Public Health - October 20, 2021 Category: General Medicine Source Type: research

Sickness absence and disability pension within different employment status in multiple sclerosis
ConclusionsIn contrast to references, employed and self-employed PwMS had similar probabilities of reaching over 180 days of SA.Key messagesThis study emphasizes that in Sweden also self-employed have access to sickness compensation, independently of employment status condition.Access to sickness compensation is utilized by PwMS. (Source: The European Journal of Public Health)
Source: The European Journal of Public Health - October 20, 2021 Category: General Medicine Source Type: research

Which managers make which work accommodations for employees with common mental disorders?
ConclusionsGreater confident in how to support these employees, being female, managerial CMD-training and working in the public sector were associated with making WAs more often. The findings suggest directions for training managers in making WAs in order to support and improve work capacity of employees with CMD.Key messagesManagers ’ confidence in and knowledge about how to support employees with CMD were essential in order to make work accommodations. Work-related factors were less associated than expected.Training managers to accommodate the work of employees with CMD might be effective. (Source: The European Journal of Public Health)
Source: The European Journal of Public Health - October 20, 2021 Category: General Medicine Source Type: research