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A Physician Team's Experiences in Community-Based Participatory Research This article describes the experience of physician researchers carrying out community-based participatory research. The authors identified principles of participatory research that were key to building relationships between groups, including building trust, finding... Published In: American Journal of Preventive Medicine (Supplement) | Journal articles | 11/20/2009 |
The Healthy Lifestyle Change Program This article examines a pilot program to improve the lifestyle of adults with developmental disabilities. Researchers found that participants lost weight, increased physical activity and improved community involvement. Published In: American Journal of Preventative Medicine (Supplement) | Journal articles | 11/20/2009 |
Are Racial Disparities in Preterm Birth Larger in Hypersegregated Areas? This study examines preterm birth rates among black women in highly racially segregated metropolitan areas. The researchers discovered that preterm birth rates were greater in highly segregated areas, and that the differences were even more pronounced for older... Published In: American Journal of Epidemiology | Journal articles | 11/20/2009 |
Overweight and Obesity Doubled Over a 6-year Period in Young Women Living in Poverty in Mexico The prevalence of overweight and obesity is increasing in low- and middle-income countries faster than in the more industrialized nations, and appears to be affecting women disproportionately. The aim of this study was to document weight changes in young women... Published In: Obesity | Journal articles | 11/20/2009 |
Children's Roles in Parents' Diabetes Self-Management This article examines how children are involved in their parents' diabetes self-management. Both parents and children perceive that children influence dietary, exercise and medication management. Published In: American Journal of Preventive Medicine (Supplement) | Journal articles | 11/20/2009 |
Putting the "Community" Into Community-Based Participatory Research This commentary examines the benefits and challenges of community-based participatory research. The authors provide suggestions to help universities strengthen partnerships with communities and organizations. Published In: American Journal of Preventive Medicine (Supplement) | Journal articles | 11/20/2009 |
The Association Between Subjective Social Status and Mental Health Among Asian Immigrants In this paper, the authors examine whether age at the time of immigration affects the relationship between perceived socioeconomic status and mental health. The analysis used data from the National Latino and Asian American Survey. Published In: Social Science & Medicine | Journal articles | 11/20/2009 |
Participants' Assessments of the Effects of a Community Health Worker Intervention on Their Diabetes Self-Management and Interactions with Healthcare Providers This article examines the perceptions of patients in a diabetes self-management program that utilized community health workers. Respondents found that the self-management program improved their knowledge of diabetes care and helped them to better manage their... Published In: American Journal of Preventive Medicine (Supplement) | Journal articles | 11/20/2009 |
Prenatal Care Initiation Among Pregnant Teens in the United States Although recent data show that birth rates for teenagers in the United States are decreasing substantially, teenage pregnancy remains an important public health issue. The purpose of this study was to examine trends in prenatal care take-up among teenagers who gave... Published In: Journal of Adolescent Health | Journal articles | 11/20/2009 |
Trajectories of Functional Health Health status and socioeconomic status (SES) over a lifespan shape older adults' functional health. An exploration of this relationship yielded results that indicated that health in childhood and adulthood, as well as higher SES, was associated with better functional... Published In: Social Science & Medicine | Journal articles | 11/20/2009 |
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