• Diet and physical activity for children’s health: a qualitative study of Nepalese mothers’ perceptions 

      Oli, Natalia; Vaidya, Abhinav; Subedi, Madhusudan; Eiben, Gabriele; Krettek, Alexandra (Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2015-09-08)
      Objectives: Non-communicable diseases account for 50% of all deaths in Nepal and 25% result from cardiovascular diseases. Previous studies in Nepal indicate a high burden of behavioural cardiovascular risk factors, suggesting a low level of knowledge, attitude and practice/behaviour regarding cardiovascular health. The behavioural foundation for a healthy lifestyle begins in early childhood, ...
    • Facilitators for and barriers to nurses’ work-related health-a qualitative study 

      Thapa, Dip Raj; Subedi, Madhusudan; Ekström-Bergström, Anette; Areskoug Josefsson, Kristina; Krettek, Alexandra (Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2022-08-05)
      Background: Work-related health problems, such as work stress, fatigue, and burnout constitute a global challenge within the nursing profession. Work-related health among nurses is not yet a prioritized phenomenon in Nepal. Health-promoting approaches to maintaining and sustaining nurses’ health are therefore essential. The aim of this study was to explore and thereby gain a deeper understanding ...