Publications by authors named "Lora Fleming"

Background: Age-specific structured encounter forms for well-child examinations have been shown to improve thoroughness of documentation among pediatric house staff. This study evaluated the influence of such forms on completeness of documentation by practicing pediatricians.

Methods: In this before-after trial at 5 urban community health clinics, participants were 8 pediatricians practicing for at least 1 year.

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We need to critically assess the present quality of the marine ecosystem, especially the connection between ecosystem change and threats to human health. In this article we review the current state of indicators to link changes in marine organisms with eventual effects to human health, identify research opportunities in the use of indicators of ocean and human health, and discuss how to establish collaborations between national and international governmental and private sector groups. We present a synthesis of the present state of understanding of the connection between ocean health and human health, a discussion of areas where resources are required, and a discussion of critical research needs and a template for future work in this field.

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Background: Hispanics now represent a majority of residents in Miami-Dade County, Florida. In this report, the authors present new cancer incidence and mortality data for South Florida's Hispanic men for the period 1990-1998 and compare them with data from a previous report from the 1980s. Periodic updating of cancer incidence data, reflecting current population distribution, lifestyle, and environmental risk factors, is necessary to inform cancer prevention and control activities optimally.

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