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View article: Obesity prevalence: comparison of traditional and new classification approaches in a Swiss population-based study(2005-2024)
Obesity prevalence: comparison of traditional and new classification approaches in a Swiss population-based study(2005-2024) Open
Background/Objective: Obesity has traditionally been defined using body mass index (BMI), but this may overlook central adiposity and related metabolic risks. In 2025, new guidelines recommended adding anthropometric measures. This study a…
View article: Socio-demographic correlates of health behaviors of children and adolescents during the COVID-19 pandemic: a cross-sectional study
Socio-demographic correlates of health behaviors of children and adolescents during the COVID-19 pandemic: a cross-sectional study Open
This study aimed to assess the socio-demographic correlates of health behaviors and their changes during the COVID-19 pandemic. A population-based sample of children (3-17 years) was randomly selected between 12/2021 and 06/2022 in Geneva,…
View article: Evolving infectious disease dynamics shape school-based intervention effectiveness
Evolving infectious disease dynamics shape school-based intervention effectiveness Open
View article: Exploring the relationship between serum magnesium levels, genetic variants, and chronic kidney disease: a prospective study
Exploring the relationship between serum magnesium levels, genetic variants, and chronic kidney disease: a prospective study Open
Background Recent evidence suggests that magnesium deficiency may play a role in the development and progression of chronic kidney disease (CKD). We assessed the association between genetic variations, serum magnesium levels, and CKD risk …
View article: Does Education Design Matter? Evaluating an Evidence-Based Continuing Education Intervention on Genomic Testing for Primary Care; a Pre-Test Post-Test Study
Does Education Design Matter? Evaluating an Evidence-Based Continuing Education Intervention on Genomic Testing for Primary Care; a Pre-Test Post-Test Study Open
: A well-designed learning intervention in genomic testing significantly improved applied knowledge, self-efficacy and skills performance in primary care. These findings underscore the importance of structured CE programmes, highlighting i…
View article: Evolving infectious disease dynamics shape school-based intervention effectiveness
Evolving infectious disease dynamics shape school-based intervention effectiveness Open
School-based interventions during epidemics are often controversial, as experienced during the COVID-19 pandemic, where reducing transmission had to be weighed against the adverse effects on young children. However, it remains unclear how …
View article: Associations between exercise patterns and health outcomes in sedentary and non-sedentary individuals: a longitudinal population-based study in Geneva, Switzerland
Associations between exercise patterns and health outcomes in sedentary and non-sedentary individuals: a longitudinal population-based study in Geneva, Switzerland Open
Introduction Physical inactivity and sedentary behaviour are significant modifiable risk factors for chronic diseases, yet their prevalence remains high despite their well-established negative impact on health. This study evaluates regular…
View article: Effects of a novel differential diagnosis aid for managing patients with unexplained fatigue in primary care: a prospective randomized, controlled, open and multicenter study in primary care
Effects of a novel differential diagnosis aid for managing patients with unexplained fatigue in primary care: a prospective randomized, controlled, open and multicenter study in primary care Open
Aims of the study Unexplained fatigue is a common reason for encounters in primary care. However, currently no aid orients physicians in detecting its potential causes. The aim of this study was to evaluate whether the novel Fatigue Differ…
View article: Non-Pharmaceutical Interventions on COVID-19 in Workers and Residents of Nursing Homes in Geneva: A Mixed Qualitative and Quantitative Study
Non-Pharmaceutical Interventions on COVID-19 in Workers and Residents of Nursing Homes in Geneva: A Mixed Qualitative and Quantitative Study Open
The objective of this study was to examine the impact of varying levels of non-pharmaceutical interventions (NPIs) on COVID-19 transmission in nursing homes during the first wave of the pandemic. Background/Objectives: The primary aim invo…
View article: Well-Being of Children and Adolescents with and without Special Health Care Needs Following the Lifting of Pandemic-Related Restrictions
Well-Being of Children and Adolescents with and without Special Health Care Needs Following the Lifting of Pandemic-Related Restrictions Open
View article: Association between SARS-CoV-2 infection and anti-apolipoprotein A-1 antibody in children
Association between SARS-CoV-2 infection and anti-apolipoprotein A-1 antibody in children Open
Background and aims Autoantibodies against apolipoprotein A-1 (AAA1) are elicited by SARS-CoV-2 infection and predict COVID-19 symptoms persistence at one year in adults, but whether this applies to children is unknown. We studied the asso…
View article: Author Correction: Burdens of type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease attributable to sugar-sweetened beverages in 184 countries
Author Correction: Burdens of type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease attributable to sugar-sweetened beverages in 184 countries Open
View article: Covid-19 pandemic-related changes in teleworking, emotional exhaustion, and occupational burnout: a cross-sectional analysis of a cohort study
Covid-19 pandemic-related changes in teleworking, emotional exhaustion, and occupational burnout: a cross-sectional analysis of a cohort study Open
Decreased teleworking frequency and not having the possibility of telework were associated with higher emotional exhaustion and diagnosed burnout. As organizations reconsider their telework policies in a post-pandemic era, they should cons…
View article: Perceived financial hardship and sleep in an adult population-based cohort: The mediating role of psychosocial and lifestyle-related factors
Perceived financial hardship and sleep in an adult population-based cohort: The mediating role of psychosocial and lifestyle-related factors Open
Perceived financial hardship is a significant predictor of poor sleep, and this association is mediated by psychosocial and, to a lesser extent, lifestyle-related factors. These findings highlight the need for integrative approaches addres…
View article: The Impact of Non-Pharmaceutical Interventions on COVID-19 in Workers and Residents of Nursing Homes in Geneva: A Qualitative Study
The Impact of Non-Pharmaceutical Interventions on COVID-19 in Workers and Residents of Nursing Homes in Geneva: A Qualitative Study Open
To examine the impact of varying levels of non-pharmaceutical interventions (NPIs) on COVID-19 transmission in nursing homes during the first wave of the pandemic. Objective: The primary outcome involved exploring qualitative insights from…
View article: Pre- and post-pandemic comparisons in cardiovascular markers: a population-based study
Pre- and post-pandemic comparisons in cardiovascular markers: a population-based study Open
Introduction The COVID-19 pandemic, starting in 2020, raised concerns about potential long-term health impacts, including its effects on cardiovascular health and related biomarkers. This study part of the Bus Santé in Geneva, Switzerland,…
View article: Burdens of type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease attributable to sugar-sweetened beverages in 184 countries
Burdens of type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease attributable to sugar-sweetened beverages in 184 countries Open
View article: Prevalence and factors associated with severe fatigue 2 years into the COVID-19 pandemic: a cross-sectional population-based study in Geneva, Switzerland
Prevalence and factors associated with severe fatigue 2 years into the COVID-19 pandemic: a cross-sectional population-based study in Geneva, Switzerland Open
Objectives This study aims (1) to assess the prevalence of severe fatigue among the general population of Geneva, 2 years into the COVID-19 pandemic and (2) to identify pandemic and non-pandemic factors associated with severe fatigue. Desi…
View article: Future time perspectives and concerns among adolescents in 2022
Future time perspectives and concerns among adolescents in 2022 Open
Future time perspectives (FTP) and future-related concerns in adolescence remain underexplored. We aimed to identify factors associated with limited FTP and describe future-related concerns. Data were drawn from a population-based sample o…
View article: SARS-CoV-2 invasion dynamics based on genomic and geographic data: from Alpha to Delta and Omicron
SARS-CoV-2 invasion dynamics based on genomic and geographic data: from Alpha to Delta and Omicron Open
The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the need to understand the invasion dynamics of SARS-CoV-2 variants. Here, we investigate the successive invasions and geographical spread of three key variants of concern - Alpha, Delta, and Omicron - usi…
View article: Psychosocial factors mediate social inequalities in health-related quality of life among children and adolescents
Psychosocial factors mediate social inequalities in health-related quality of life among children and adolescents Open
View article: Musculoskeletal disorders and risk factors in the modern era: results from the Specchio cohort
Musculoskeletal disorders and risk factors in the modern era: results from the Specchio cohort Open
Background Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) represent a major challenge for occupational and public health, but data are scarce in Switzerland or concentrated on a few sectors of activities. The aim of this study is to provide results on t…
View article: Chatbots in medicine: certification process and applied use case
Chatbots in medicine: certification process and applied use case Open
Chatbots are computer programs designed to engage in natural language conversations in an easy and understandable way. Their use has been accelerated recently with the advent of large language models. However, their application in medicine…
View article: Acne-related quality of life and mental health among adolescents: a cross-sectional analysis
Acne-related quality of life and mental health among adolescents: a cross-sectional analysis Open
Background Acne vulgaris is one of the most common skin conditions worldwide among adolescents. Beyond its physical manifestations, acne can leave invisible psychological scars. Objectives We aimed to examine the protective and risk factor…
View article: Multi‐omics correlates of insulin resistance and circadian parameters mapped directly from human serum
Multi‐omics correlates of insulin resistance and circadian parameters mapped directly from human serum Open
While it is generally known that metabolic disorders and circadian dysfunction are intertwined, how the two systems affect each other is not well understood, nor are the genetic factors that might exacerbate this pathological interaction. …
View article: Twelve–year (2008–2019) trends in socioeconomic inequalities in cardiovascular risk factors in a Swiss representative survey of the general population
Twelve–year (2008–2019) trends in socioeconomic inequalities in cardiovascular risk factors in a Swiss representative survey of the general population Open
View article: Spatial dependence of non-traumatic out-of-hospital cardiac arrest in a Swiss region: A retrospective analysis
Spatial dependence of non-traumatic out-of-hospital cardiac arrest in a Swiss region: A retrospective analysis Open
View article: Associations between bedtime media use and sleep outcomes in an adult population-based cohort
Associations between bedtime media use and sleep outcomes in an adult population-based cohort Open
View article: Biopsychosocial risk factors for subjective cognitive decline among older adults during the COVID-19 pandemic: a population-based study
Biopsychosocial risk factors for subjective cognitive decline among older adults during the COVID-19 pandemic: a population-based study Open
View article: Magnitude and Temporal Variations of Socioeconomic Inequalities in the Quality of Life After Early Breast Cancer: Results From the Multicentric French CANTO Cohort
Magnitude and Temporal Variations of Socioeconomic Inequalities in the Quality of Life After Early Breast Cancer: Results From the Multicentric French CANTO Cohort Open
PURPOSE Socioeconomic status (SES) influences the survival outcomes of patients with early breast cancer (EBC). However, limited research investigates social inequalities in their quality of life (QoL). This study examines the socioeconomi…