Prevalence of Thyroid Nodules and Its Relationship with Iodine Status in Shanghai: a Population-based Study.

Objective: This study was designed to evaluate the prevalence of thyroid nodules (TNs) and its relationship with urine iodine concentrations (UICs) after the regional rapid economic growth and lifestyle changes.

Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted in the general population aged 15-69 years. A questionnaire regarding general and personal characteristics and relevant information was administered.

Drinking Behavior and Associated Factors among Middle School Students in Shanghai, China.

The purpose of our study was to assess drinking status in middle school students and to understand the associated factors. The adjusted drinking rates were 50.9%, 39.