Publications by authors named "E J Mikkelsen"
Study Question: To what extent is male physical activity (PA) associated with fecundability (per-cycle probability of conception)?
Summary Answer: Preconception levels of vigorous, moderate, or total PA were not consistently associated with fecundability across Danish and North American cohorts, but there was suggestive evidence that bicycling with a 'soft, comfort seat' was associated with reduced fecundability in both cohorts, especially among males with greater BMI.
What Is Known Already: Among males, some studies indicate that moderate PA might improve fertility, whereas vigorous PA, especially bicycling, might be detrimental.
Study Design, Size, Duration: We assessed the association between male PA and fecundability among couples participating in two preconception cohort studies: SnartForaeldre.
Self-reported workplace bullying and subsequent risk of diagnosed mental disorders and psychotropic drug prescriptions: A register-based prospective cohort study of 75,252 participants.
J Affect Disord
January 2025
Article Synopsis
- The study investigates the link between self-reported workplace bullying and various hospital-diagnosed mental disorders as well as the use of psychotropic medications.
- Analyzing data from over 75,000 participants, researchers found that workplace bullying significantly increased the risk of mental disorders, particularly mood and stress-related disorders, especially among women.
- The findings suggest that individuals experiencing workplace bullying are more likely to be prescribed psychotropic drugs, highlighting the serious mental health implications of bullying in the workplace.
Background: The use of fertility indicators to predict ovulation has largely been studied for contraceptive purposes, while less so as fertility-promoting tools.
Objective: To investigate the association between fertility indicators and fecundability in Danish women trying to conceive.
Methods: Web-based preconception cohort study.
Study Question: Is cervical intraepithelial neoplasia (CIN) associated with reduced fecundability, defined as the probability of conceiving per menstrual cycle?
Summary Answer: Overall, we observed no meaningful association between CIN and fecundability, regardless of surgical status, although a recent diagnosis of moderate or severe CIN might be associated with slightly reduced fecundability for 2 years after diagnosis.
What Is Known Already: About 15% of couples experience infertility. Few studies have examined the influence of CIN on fertility, and the results have been inconsistent.
Marine aquaculture has the potential to increase its contribution to the global food system and provide valuable ecosystem services, but appropriate planning, licensing and regulation systems must be in place to enable sustainable development. At present, approaches vary considerably throughout the world, and several national and regional investigations have highlighted the need for reforms if marine aquaculture is to fulfil its potential. This article aims to map and evaluate the challenges of planning and licensing for growth of sustainable marine aquaculture.
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