Search for dissertations about: "Johan Hallqvist"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 6 swedish dissertations containing the words Johan Hallqvist.
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1. Socioeconomic differences in myocardial infarction risk : epidemiological analyses of causes and mechanisms
Abstract : This thesis investigates the seize of the socioeconomic differences in risk of acute myocardial infarction (AMI), the time trends in incidence in different socioeconomic groups, and explores some mechanisms generating the socioeconomic gradient. Three different types of mechanisms were considered: causal chains, interaction or susceptibility, and triggering mechanisms. READ MORE
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2. Healthcare and patient factors affecting sick leave : From a primary health care perspective
Abstract : Background: For indeterminate reasons, there have been major variations in sick leave in Sweden, and many physicians have perceived sick leave assignments as burdensome.Aim: To gain more knowledge and understanding, from a perspective of primary health care, about factors in health care and patients that affect sick leave. READ MORE
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3. Cultural activities and health : Singer, patient, and healthcare staff perspectives. From feelings to biology
Abstract : Objectives. The aim of this thesis was to explore and illuminate possible associations between various cultural activities and assessments of well-being, health, stress and emotions in a didactic setting and healthcare settings for singers, patients, and healthcare staff. Material and methods. READ MORE
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4. Substance Use and Violence : Influence of Alcohol, Illicit Drugs and Anabolic Androgenic Steroids on Violent Crime and Self-directed Violence
Abstract : Interpersonal violence and suicide are major health concerns, leading to premature death, extensive human suffering and staggering monetary costs. Although violent behaviour has multiple causes, it is well known that acute substance intake and abuse increase the risks of both interpersonal and self-directed violence. READ MORE
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5. Diabetes Mellitus at the Time for Diagnosis : Studies on Prognostic Factors
Abstract : The aim for this thesis was to identify prognostic factors for chronic diabetes complications that exist at the time of diabetes diagnosis.Low level of education (... READ MORE