Search Results - subject_exact:"Preventive care"

Preventive versus curative breakthroughs : shaping the distribution of age at death

García, Pablo; Pierrard, Olivier - 2026

How have preventive and curative medical breakthroughs shaped life expectancy and the dispersion of age at death in the United States over the past century? We address this question by developing a life-cycle model in which both health and lifespan are endogenous. The model distinguishes between...

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Cultural origins of preventive health care utilization

Bietenbeck, Jan; Maschmann, Lukas; Nilsson, Therese; … - 2026

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Cultural origins of preventive health care utilization

Bietenbeck, Jan; Maschmann, Lukas; Nilsson, Therese; … - 2025

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Firm quality and health maintenance

Bíró, Anikó; Elek, Petér S. - 2025

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Firm quality and health maintenance

Bíró, Anikó; Elek, Petér S. - 2024

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Firm quality and health maintenance

Bíró, Anikó; Elek, Petér S. - 2024

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Data-driven allocation of preventive care with application to diabetes mellitus type II

Kraus, Mathias; Feuerriegel, Stefan; Saar-Tsechansky, Maytal - 2024

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Gender gap in physical activity : the role of conflicts and political instability

Di Domizio, Marco - 2026

This article takes as its starting point the warnings issued by the World Health Organization (WHO) on the perverse effects of a sedentary lifestyle on people's health, resulting in additional health expenditure that diverts significant resources away from other areas of public spending. The...

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The Muslim ban and preventive care for children of middle eastern ancestry

Danagoulian, Shooshan; Fleming, Owen; Grossman, Daniel; … - 2024

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When knowledge matters : learning HIV status, sexual behavior, and relationship dynamics

Jockers, Dominik; Langlotz, Sarah; Vollmer, Sebastian; … - 2026 - This version: May 27, 2026

We study how learning HIV status affects sexual behavior and new HIV infections in South Africa, a high-prevalence setting with universal treatment access. Using financial incentives randomly assigned in a cluster-randomized trial, we instrument HIV status learning and follow participants for up...

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Incentives, surrogates, and long-run vaccination

Campos-Mercade, Pol; Meier, Armando N.; Meier, Stephan; … - 2026

Can monetary incentives improve health behaviors in the long run, and do commonly used surrogate outcomes capture these effects? We study these questions in the context of vaccination using a large-scale field experiment. The experiment combines commonly used surrogates-vaccination intentions,...

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Incentives, surrogates, and long-run vaccination

Campos Mercade, Pol; Meier, Armando N.; Meier, Stephan; … - 2026

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This girl can? : the effect of promoting physical activity on health outcomes

Green, Colin; Heywood, John S.; Navarro, María - 2026

Physical activity likely improves health. Yet, even as health outcomes are positively associated with physical activity, confounding bias exists. We examine a large-scale government campaign to encourage physical activity among women in the United Kingdom as a source of an exogenous increase....

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Ex-ante moral hazard? : overweight and health insurance expansion in Mexico

Costa-Font, Joan; Gyori, Mario; Sáenz de Miera … - 2026

Extending health insurance to previously uncovered populations can improve access to preventative health care alongside income effects resulting from lower need of out-of-pocket. However, theoretically, in the presence of ex-ante moral hazard, it can also give a disincentive to preventative...

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Ex-ante moral hazard? : overweight and health insurance expansion in Mexico

Costa-Font, Joan; Gyori, Mario; Sáenz de Miera … - 2026

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The influence of locus of control on the uptakes of cancer screening : evidence from the United States

Robone, Silvana; Meregaglia, Michela; Yebetchou … - 2026

This study utilizes eight waves of the US Health and Retirement Study (HRS) and its "Leave-Behind" module (2006-2020) to explore the extent to which Locus of Control (LoC) influences the uptake of breast and prostate cancer screening. While traditional socioeconomic factors only partially...

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The intergenerational costs of crime : evidence from maternal victimization in Brazil

Menezes, Lívia; Koppensteiner, Martin - 2026

We study the causal effect of maternal criminal victimization on child health using linked police reports and birth records from Brazil. Focusing on robbery and theft - everyday crimes not involving physical injury - we show that victimization during pregnancy increases low birthweight by 6.9...

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Hemp for health : a historical perspective on the marketing of cannabis-based foods in Sweden

Runefelt, Leif; O'Hagan, Lauren Alex - 2026

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Causal effects of breastfeeding promotion on child health : understanding the role of nutrition

Brenøe, Anne Ardila; Stearns, Jenna; Martin, Richard M. - 2026

Using data from the only large-scale randomized controlled trial promoting prolonged exclusive breastfeeding, we study how the intervention affected child health and why. The intervention increased weight-for-age in infancy, with effects persisting through adolescence. We show that treated...

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Causal effects of breastfeeding promotion on child health : understanding the role of nutrition

Brenøe, Anne Ardila; Stearns, Jenna; Martin, Richard M. - 2026

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Replication report: a comment on "Should Cash Transfers Be Conditional? Conditionality, Preventive Care, and Health Outcomes"

Hartmann, Sven Alfred; Huang, Yue - 2026

This replication study revisits Attanasio et al. (2015), which examines the effects of conditional cash transfers on preventive health care utilization and child health outcomes in Colombia. Using the original data and replication files, we successfully reproduce all the main tables and figures...

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Special issue: healthy aging and tourism as a way of promoting global public health : a call for cross-disciplinary research

2026

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Cultural barriers to breast-cancer screening take-up

Corrias, Daniele - 2026

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Healthy working life expectancy and the associated health behaviors across sociodemographic groups : evidence from linked survey and registry data

Slootweg, Marit; Qi, Yuwei; Ots, Patricia; Brouwer, Sandra - 2026

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Can facebook ads prevent Malaria? : two field experiments in India

Donati, Dante; Rao, Nandan; Orozco-Olvera, Victor H.; … - 2026

This study evaluates a nationwide malaria prevention campaign delivered through social media in India using a district-level cluster-randomized controlled trial. We combine two survey samples(N = 8,253) with administrative health records to assess effects on offline malaria-related behaviors and...

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Crises sanitaires: prévenir, anticiper, coordonner

2026

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Cluster analysis of non-communicable disease burden, prevention and management across EU27+2 countries

Cecchini, Michele - 2026

Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) are the leading cause of death and disability in countries across the 27 European Union (EU) Member States, Norway and Iceland (EU27+2) and in the OECD. While all countries are impacted by NCDs, there are substantial cross-country differences in the current...

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Does stricter disability screening lead to improved targeting on long-term health and employment outcomes?

Campana, Chiara; Koning, Pierre; Lindeboom, Maarten - 2026

While evidence points at potentially strong effects of stricter screening and tightening eligibility criteria for Disability Insurance (DI), little is known about their targeting effects: are screened-out workers also those with better future health and more ability to work? To shed light on...

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Does stricter disability screening lead to improved targeting on long-term health and employment outcomes?

Campana, Chiara; Koning, Pierre; Lindeboom, Maarten - 2026

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What role can routine vaccination play in pandemic prevention and preparedness? : an economic evaluation of Mpox vaccination

Laurence, Tim; Moore, Caroline; Keller, Janeen Madan; … - 2026

Since 2022, mpox has triggered two public health emergencies of international concern, with sustained transmission across Africa and beyond. We conducted a modelling study to assess the cost-effectiveness of routine mpox vaccination in endemic African provinces as a strategy to reduce disease...

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Obesity, sedentary behavior and lifestyle : a lifecycle model of eating and physical activity

Dragone, Davide; Feichtinger, Gustav; Grass, Dieter; … - 2026

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Obesity, sedentary behavior and lifestyle : a lifecycle model of eating and physical activity

Dragone, Davide; Feichtinger, Gustav; Grass, Dieter; … - 2025

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Income and immunity : the consequences of social security administration reform for childhood infection risk

Doyle, Mary-Alice; Schurer, Stefanie; Guthridge, Steven - 2026

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How transport networks and socio-demographic factors influence Malaria risk among children : evidence from Kenya

Oshome, Caren Miriel; Wong, Chun Yee - 2026

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Targeting behavioral interventions based on past behavior : evidence from vaccine uptake

Brody, Ilana; Dai, Hengchen; Saccardo, Silvia; Milkman, … - 2026

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Information to the wife, action by the husband$bspousal exposure to a public health railway ad and men's preventive behavior

Kato, Hiroki; Nakayama, Hidetoki; Sasaki, Shusaku; … - 2026

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AI-powered early intervention for depression and anxiety : a randomized clinical trial

Cachia, Julie Y. A.; Zhao, Xuan; Pu, Wenxi; Liao, Chi; … - 2026

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Family health spillovers : a multidimensional regression discontinuity design

Kaempfen, Fabrice; O'Donnell, Owen; Qin, Xuezheng - 2026

A multidimensional regression discontinuity design reveals large and asymmetric spillovers from personalized health information within Chinese families. Warning a man that he has high blood pressure (BP) is estimated to reduce his wife's BP by 7.5% and her probability of high BP by 24% points,...

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Family health spillovers : a multidimensional regression discontinuity design

Kaempfen, Fabrice; O'Donnell, Owen; Qin, Xuezheng - 2026

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Post-diagnosis trajectories in treatment, adiposity, glycemic control, and dietary behavior among adults with Type 2 diabetes in Mexico

García-Díaz, Rocío; Talamas Marcos, Miguel Ángel; … - 2026

Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is a major public health challenge in low- and middle-income countries, yet little is known about how treatment, behavior, adiposity, and glycemic control evolve after diagnosis. Using repeated cross-sectional data from ENSANUT (2006, 2012, 2018), we analyzed...

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The labour market and health effects of a diabetes warning : evidence of gender and age differences from the lifelines cohort study

Annibali, Claudio; Bergemann, Annette; Alessie, Rob - 2026

Health screenings are potentially powerful tools to mitigate adverse health and labour outcomes. We conduct a comprehensive evaluation of the labour market and health effects of a diabetes warning in a country that has not introduced such a screening system. Using data from over 160, 000...

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A methodological analysis of systematic reviews of cost-effectiveness in screening, diagnosis, and treatment of colorectal cancer

Velásquez, Mónica A.; Bachelet, Vivienne C. - 2026

Introduction Economic evaluations are essential for informing decisions on colorectal cancer screening, diagnosis, and treatment. However, substantial methodological variability across studies challenges the comparability and interpretation of cost-effectiveness evidence. Objective To identify,...

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Factors associated with breast cancer screening among insured and uninsured women in Tanzania : an analysis of the Tanzania demographic and health survey 2022

Anaeli, Amani; Luoga, Pankras; Nyamhanga, Tumaini; … - 2026

Background Globally, breast cancer is one of the most common cancers among women, especially in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). The health insurance status in LMICs is approximately 31.1% as of 2023, indicating that out-of-pocket (OOP) payments are common in these countries. In...

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The economic impact of retinal diseases for which gene therapy is emerging : a systematic literature review

Willmington, Claire; Kirby, Ann; Murphy, Aileen - 2026

Background Retinal disease is one of the leading causes of blindness and vision impairment worldwide, including Europe. With the advent of gene therapy, the treatment landscape for retinal disease is changing and clinical trials are underway investigating the therapeutic potential of gene...

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Do behavioral traits shape patient-initiated care? : evidence from a randomized controlled trial in a type 1 diabetes population

Kjær, Trine; Aaskoven, Maikn Skovrider; Pedersen, … - 2026

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Cost-utility analysis of a web-based interactive patient education platform : evidence from a randomized clinical trial for end-stage renal disease patients

Diop, Modou; Perrier, Lionel; Haon, Baptiste; Rochaix, Lise - 2026

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Broadening sources of finance for health promotion and disease prevention : smart capacitating investment

Rutten- van Mölken, Maureen Petronelle Marie Hubertine; … - 2026

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Participation in a bonus program for preventive behavior and its association with health care expenditures

Augurzky, Boris; Reichert, Arndt R.; Schmidt, Christoph M. - 2026

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Nudge Me! : a field experiment on reminders for medication adherence

Barron, Kai; Damgaard, Mette Trier; Gravert, Christina - 2026

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Traditional Chinese health beliefs enhance the synergy between healthy eating and environmentally sustainable food consumption

Xiao, Yanbo; Lu, Ji; Zhang, Wenguang - 2026

Purpose In China, traditional health beliefs (THBs) emphasize that harmony with nature is essential for maintaining health and well-being, aligning with sustainable eating practices. This study aims to investigate the psychological mechanism by which THB influences the relationship between...

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Sleeping investment : a life-cycle hypothesis

Chung, Seungwha; Zhang, Junsen - 2026

This paper develops and tests a life-cycle hypothesis of sleep investment. Motivated by evidence from psychology, aging, and sleep research that the consequences of insufficient sleep become increasingly severe with age, we argue that individuals facing stronger productivity incentives should...

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A systematic review of modeling approaches to evaluate diagnostics programs for stable coronary heart disease : suggestions for future health economic models

Tan, Shuhua; Cai, Mengtian; Han, Sheng; Chen, Yingyao - 2026

Objective To critically review health economic models used to evaluate diagnostic strategies for stable coronary artery disease (CAD), with a focus on methodological characteristics in model development. Methods A systematic literature review (SLR) was conducted across major electronic databases...

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Cost-effectiveness of AI-enhanced breast cancer screening in Iran : a microsimulation study

Daroudi, Rajabali; Mohammadzadeh, Morteza - 2026

Background Recognized worldwide as a major health threat and Sustainable Development Goal priority, breast cancer places an especially heavy clinical and economic burden on Iran, making early detection imperative. To guide policy, we assessed the cost-effectiveness of ten mammography-based...

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Portrayals of wellness and health promotion in Super Bowl commercials : a content analysis study

Webster, Collin A.; Sollitto, Michael; Seiger, Lon - 2026

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Analysis of the National Health Expenditure Survey Round 1 and design of survey protocol for NHES Round 2 (Phase 1)

Pantig, Ida Marie T.; Tolin, Lovely Ann C.; Javier, Xylee; … - 2023

The universal health care (UHC) law mandates that all Filipinos should have access to essential primary care services with a focus on preventive healthcare. As plans are being made by the government to map out a comprehensive outpatient benefit package covering primary care, it would be a worthy...

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Cultural Origins of Preventive Health Care Utilization

Bietenbeck, Jan; Maschmann, Lukas; Nilsson, Therese; … - 2025

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Ethics and the environmental health profession : the importance of being ethical

Battersby, Stephen; Miles, David - 2026

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Building an integrated healthcare system of China : an assessment of coupling coordination between disease prevention, medical services, and healthcare financing from 2012 to 2021

Huang, Guowu; Wu, Wanying; Wen, Qiaoxi; Lu, Liyong; Pan, Jay - 2025

Background Universal Health Coverage (UHC) is a central component of the Sustainable Development Goals, and integrated healthcare is recognized as a key pathway to achieving UHC. China's healthcare reform, aimed at real- izing the "Healthy China 2035" goal, faces challenges in ensuring the...

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Impact of skepticism on reactions to preventive health ads : gender difference effect

BelhadjYoussef, Mohamed Hatem; Sahli, Alia Besbes - 2026

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