Lancet
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By 2014, about 253 million Chinese migrants had left their rural hometowns and were working in cities. The effect of migration on health is unclear, since it is affected by changes in environments and behaviours over the course of migration. Furthermore, previous studies have not thoroughly considered the "healthy migrant hypothesis" (that is, healthy people are more conducive to migrate). This paper strives to explore the potential mechanisms of migration and health over two successive years to provide a useful reference point for health policy targeted at migrants. ⋯ None.
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The prevalence of myopia has markedly increased within the past three decades, in particular in China. Because of myopic retinopathy and myopia-associated glaucoma, myopia has become one of the leading blinding disorders. ⋯ None.
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The prevalence of gestational diabetes mellitus has increased markedly in recent years in China, mainly because of the introduction of new diagnostic criteria. We aimed to evaluate whether in the diagnosis of gestational diabetes mellitus, 1h and 2h glucose measurements have additional value compared with a single fasting plasma glucose measurement. ⋯ Guangzhou Science and Technology Bureau, Guangzhou, China.
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The incidence rate of breast cancer has markedly increased in recent years in China, yet the association of breast cancer with dietary patterns such as a Chinese traditional diet has not been studied. We aimed to examine this association among women from the Jiangsu Province of China. ⋯ World Cancer Research Fund (2011/RFA/473).
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The term hidden elder is used in Chinese society to describe older adults who are socially isolated and refuse social participation. Substantial evidence has indicated the important role of social isolation in increasing psychiatric morbidity and mortality risks in later life. Innovative service is promptly needed to address the social and psychological health needs of hidden elders. We aimed to test the feasibility and the preliminary effectiveness of a peer-assisted tai-chi-qigong programme in strengthening social networks and enhancing psychosocial wellbeing of Chinese hidden elders. ⋯ This study was funded by the School Seeding Fund, the Nethersole School of Nursing, the Chinese University of Hong Kong.