Methods: We used univariate analyses to calculate current prevalence estimates of excess
weight among Canadian children and youth. Results: Almost 1 in 7 children and youth is …

This study estimates the prevalence of nighttime insomnia symptoms among Canadians
aged 6 to 79, and examines trends over time (2007 to 2015). The study is based on 21,826 …

… Contributors: Deepa Rao and Steven McFaull collaborated in designing the study. Deepa
Rao was responsible for conducting the analyses and writing the initial draft of the manuscript. …

Methods: Six databases were searched to identify studies that employed the simultaneous
use of GPS and objective measures of PA or ST to quantify location of movement. Risk of bias …

Background Metabolic syndrome (MetS) is a prevalent risk condition associated with a
higher risk of chronic conditions, including diabetes and cardiovascular diseases. Physical …

Background Physical activity surveillance in Canada has traditionally focussed on measuring
and reporting on the most active end of the activity spectrum. Emerging research suggests …

Background It is unclear whether blood pressure control varies across the spectrum of
atherosclerotic risk. Methods We used data from nonpregnant adults who had fasted laboratory …

Growth arrest-specific 6 (gas6), a novel vitamin K-dependent protein, has been demonstrated
to have a role in thrombus stabilization as gas6 null mice are resistant to lethal venous and …

Methods: Using data on a national sample of 10 806 adults (aged 18–79 years) from the
Canadian Health Measures Survey (2007–2013), we performed binary logistic regression …

Objectives Cannabis is a widely used illicit substance that has been associated with acute
injuries. This study seeks to provide near real-time injury estimates related to cannabis and …