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Age-related changes in weight and body composition: implications for health in the elderly
(2008-06-04)
The objective of this thesis was to examine age-related changes in weight and body composition as they relate to health in older adults. This thesis was completed in manuscript format and consists of two studies, both of ...
Effects of Pregnancy and Physical Activity on Angiogenesis and Endothelial Function: Implications for the Development of Preeclampsia
(2009-06-22)
Prospective epidemiological studies indicate that regular exercise during the year prior to conception reduces preeclampsia risk, whereas exercise during affects pregnancy reduces preeclampsia risk only at specific dosages, ...
Investigation into the relationship between Physical Activity and Homocysteine
(2007-09-26)
Background: A beneficial effect of physical activity on the risk of cancer at several sites has been consistently observed. Biologic mechanisms that may underlie this relationship are not well understood. A potential ...
The direct and moderating effect of bullying on adolescent health
(2007-07-19)
In the last two decades, research has established a negative association between involvement in bullying and emotional health difficulties. Few studies, in comparison, explore the relationship between bullying and ...
Physical Activity, Sedentary Behaviour, and Health in Children and Youth
(2008-12-15)
There is currently a dearth of information suitable for the development of evidence-based physical activity and screen time guidelines for children and youth. The overarching purpose of this thesis was to generate findings ...
The influence of work patterns on lifestyle behaviours and cardiovascular risk in female hospital workers
(2009-09-26)
BACKGROUND: The prevalence and burden of cardiovascular disease (CVD) is a concern. While CVD events will occur later in a woman’s life, modifiable risk factors for CVD occur earlier during adult years. While, there is ...
School and neighbourhood recreational environments and their impact on physical activity participation among Canadian youth
(2008-05-27)
Background: Less than half of Canadian youth meet recommended levels of physical activity. This is of concern given the health burden associated with physical inactivity. With the limited success of physical activity ...
Determinants and methods of assessment of melatonin levels among rotating shift nurses
(2008-06-30)
Background: Long-term night shift work has been associated with multiple cancer sites, including breast, prostate, colon and endometrial. The mechanism for this effect is hypothesized to include the hormone melatonin; where ...