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An RCT protocol of varying financial incentive amounts for smoking cessation among pregnant women
(BMC, 2012-11-27)BACKGROUND: Smoking during pregnancy is harmful to the unborn child. Few smoking cessation interventions have been successfully incorporated into standard antenatal care. The main aim of this study is to determine the ... -
Personal factors influence use of cervical cancer screening services: epidemiological survey and linked administrative data address the limitations of previous research
(BMC, 2012-02-14)BACKGROUND: National screening programs have reduced cervical cancer mortality; however participation in these programs varies according to women's personal and social characteristics. Research into these inequalities has ... -
The limitations of employment as a tool for social inclusion
(BMC, 2010-10-19)BACKGROUND: One important component of social inclusion is the improvement of well-being through encouraging participation in employment and work life. However, the ways that employment contributes to wellbeing are complex. ...