Search for dissertations about: "Gun Wingren"
Found 5 swedish dissertations containing the words Gun Wingren.
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1. Epidemiologic studies of health hazards related to the Swedish art glass industry
Abstract : The production of glass began a few thousand years B. C. but was not introduced in Sweden until the 16th century. In general, throughout history, technical development has been rapid, but considering the art of glass blowing, methods used today are much the same as when the blowpipe was invented about 2 000 years ago. READ MORE
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2. Body Dysmorphic Disorder : Capturing a prevalent but under-recognized disorder
Abstract : BackgroundIndividuals with body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) are highly distressed due to defects they perceive in their physical appearance that are not noticeable to others. The condition often leads to impaired functioning in relationships, socialization, and intimacy and a decreased ability to function in work, school, or other daily activities. READ MORE
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3. Exposure and body burden of environmental pollution and risk of cancer in a historically contaminated areas
Abstract : There are many villages where environmental contamination is substantial due to historical industrial activities. According to the European Environment Agency, there are about 2.5 million potentially contaminated sites in the European member states. In Sweden, there are about 80 000 more or less contaminated areas. READ MORE
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4. Lipoproteomics : Environmental and Genetic Factors Affecting High-Density Lipoprotein (HDL)
Abstract : Lipoprotein particles act as lipid transporters in the blood stream, and measuring cholesterol content in specific subclasses of lipoprotein particles has long been, and still is, a frequently used tool to estimate the risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD). High-density lipoprotein (HDL) is a subclass of lipoproteins often regarded as providing protection against CVD via several functions including reverse cholesterol transport and anti-inflammatory capacities. READ MORE
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5. Abused Women : Health, Somatization, and Posttraumatic Stress
Abstract : The aims of this thesis were to estimate the lifetime prevalence of physical, sexual, and psychological abuse in a random population-based sample of women aged 18-60 years; to estimate current suffering thereof; and to investigate associations between abuse and health problems, more specifically to study abuse related variables associated with somatization and PTSD, respectively.The studies had a cross-sectional design. READ MORE