Cancer Screening Experiences of Black Breast and Ovarian Cancer Patients and Family Members
AbstractBlack women experience disproportionate rates of advanced breast cancer diagnoses and mortality. Mammography is a proven and effective tool in early breast cancer detection and impacts patient outcomes. We interviewed Black women with a personal or family history of breast and/or ovarian cancer to understand their screening experiences and views. N = 61 individuals completed an interview. Interview transcripts were qualitatively analyzed for themes regarding clinical experiences, guideline adherence, and family sharing specific to Black women and their families. Most participants were college educated with act...
Source: Journal of Community Health - September 18, 2023 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
Breast Cancer Screening Recommendations for Transgender and Gender Diverse Patients: A Knowledge and Familiarity Assessment of Primary Care Practitioners
AbstractBreast cancer screening recommendations for transgender and gender diverse (TGD) patients have only been recently developed and many primary care practitioners (PCPs) are unaware of these specific recommendations. The aim of this study is to assess the level of familiarity and knowledge PCPs have with breast cancer screening recommendations for TGD patients. An anonymous survey was distributed to primary care physicians, primary care advanced practice practitioners, and internal medicine and family medicine residents at three academic medical systems in the United States (Mayo Clinic, University of Michigan, Univer...
Source: Journal of Community Health - September 18, 2023 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
Asthma Prevalence among Athletes in an Urban Adolescent Population
Conclusions: Self-identified Black individuals reported higher prevalence of asthma when compared to the general population. Identifying factors like race and income that place adolescent athletes at risk of asthma is a key step to understanding the complex relationship between asthma and social determinants of health. This work advances the conversation for establishing best practices for serving vulnerable populations, as seen in this urban population of children with asthma. (Source: Journal of Community Health)
Source: Journal of Community Health - September 18, 2023 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
Cancer Screening Experiences of Black Breast and Ovarian Cancer Patients and Family Members
AbstractBlack women experience disproportionate rates of advanced breast cancer diagnoses and mortality. Mammography is a proven and effective tool in early breast cancer detection and impacts patient outcomes. We interviewed Black women with a personal or family history of breast and/or ovarian cancer to understand their screening experiences and views. N = 61 individuals completed an interview. Interview transcripts were qualitatively analyzed for themes regarding clinical experiences, guideline adherence, and family sharing specific to Black women and their families. Most participants were college educated with act...
Source: Journal of Community Health - August 31, 2023 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
Breast Cancer Screening Recommendations for Transgender and Gender Diverse Patients: A Knowledge and Familiarity Assessment of Primary Care Practitioners
AbstractBreast cancer screening recommendations for transgender and gender diverse (TGD) patients have only been recently developed and many primary care practitioners (PCPs) are unaware of these specific recommendations. The aim of this study is to assess the level of familiarity and knowledge PCPs have with breast cancer screening recommendations for TGD patients. An anonymous survey was distributed to primary care physicians, primary care advanced practice practitioners, and internal medicine and family medicine residents at three academic medical systems in the United States (Mayo Clinic, University of Michigan, Univer...
Source: Journal of Community Health - August 31, 2023 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
Asthma Prevalence among Athletes in an Urban Adolescent Population
Conclusions: Self-identified Black individuals reported higher prevalence of asthma when compared to the general population. Identifying factors like race and income that place adolescent athletes at risk of asthma is a key step to understanding the complex relationship between asthma and social determinants of health. This work advances the conversation for establishing best practices for serving vulnerable populations, as seen in this urban population of children with asthma. (Source: Journal of Community Health)
Source: Journal of Community Health - August 31, 2023 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
Migration Status and Utilization of Healthcare Services Among Venezuelan Immigrants in Peru
Conclusion: 58.1% of Venezuelan migrants in Peru did not seek medical attention despite having health problems. Having an illegal immigration status leads to a lower probability of using these services, especially in men. (Source: Journal of Community Health)
Source: Journal of Community Health - August 29, 2023 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
Correction: Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices About Zika Virus Infection Among Women of Reproductive Age in Central Brooklyn, New York City, USA
(Source: Journal of Community Health)
Source: Journal of Community Health - August 29, 2023 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
Healthcare and Social Needs Assessment and Response Quality Among Black Men
We described the demographic characteristics of the sur vey respondents, the percentage of men reporting a need and wanting a resource, and whether the resource resolved their need. Of the 768 men contacted, 275 completed the survey (36% response rate). The majority of respondents were 50–69 years old, identified as Black, and had at least a bachelor’ s degree. Eighty-five percent reported a need, of which wellness, financial, and healthcare access were among the top-reported needs. Among the men identifying a need, 35% were interested in a resource. Resources that were provided for employment, behavioral health, oral...
Source: Journal of Community Health - August 27, 2023 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
Mental Health and well-being During the COVID-19 Pandemic and After the Russian Invasion of Ukraine
AbstractThe study compared the mental health of university students during the COVID-19 pandemic and the Russian invasion of Ukraine. A repeated online cross-sectional study was performed twice among university students in Ukraine: in November 2020 (Pre-war sample,n = 752) and September-October 2022 (During-war sample,n = 862). The survey measured life satisfaction (SWLS), perceived stress (PSS-10), anxiety (GAD-7), and depression (PHQ-9). Stress, anxiety, and life satisfaction levels were similar during the war and pandemic, while symptoms of depression decreased during the war, compared to the pandemic. Netw ork ...
Source: Journal of Community Health - August 25, 2023 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
Smoking in Popular Streaming Shows and Youth Protection in Germany
AbstractAim was to investigate the amount of smoking in popular streaming series in Germany with a focus on the comparison between series recommended for adults versus youth. The sample was drawn from the 35 highest user-rated streaming series, that released 1794 new episodes between January 1, 2017 and December 31, 2020. One-third of the episodes (N = 598) were randomly selected and analyzed for smoking content. The age ratings of these episodes ranged from 6 to 1 8 years, with categories of"6","12","16" and"18" years. Ten of the 35 shows (28.6%) were completely smoke-free, ...
Source: Journal of Community Health - August 21, 2023 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
Self-reported Impacts of the COVID-19 Pandemic and Economic Inflation on the Well-being of Low-income U.S. Veterans
This study examined written self-reported impacts of the Coronavirus Disease-2019 (COVID-19) pandemic and the economic inflationary period on health from a national sample of 854 low-income U.S. veterans. Responses were analyzed using rapid assessment procedures. In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, 59% of participants reported the pandemic had “no effect” on their health, 7% reported increased social isolation, and small proportions of participants reported negative effects on physical and mental health. In response to economic inflation, 43% of participants reported inflation had “no effect” on their health, 11%...
Source: Journal of Community Health - August 21, 2023 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
Smoking in Popular Streaming Shows and Youth Protection in Germany
AbstractAim was to investigate the amount of smoking in popular streaming series in Germany with a focus on the comparison between series recommended for adults versus youth. The sample was drawn from the 35 highest user-rated streaming series, that released 1794 new episodes between January 1, 2017 and December 31, 2020. One-third of the episodes (N = 598) were randomly selected and analyzed for smoking content. The age ratings of these episodes ranged from 6 to 1 8 years, with categories of"6","12","16" and"18" years. Ten of the 35 shows (28.6%) were completely smoke-free, ...
Source: Journal of Community Health - August 21, 2023 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
Self-reported Impacts of the COVID-19 Pandemic and Economic Inflation on the Well-being of Low-income U.S. Veterans
This study examined written self-reported impacts of the Coronavirus Disease-2019 (COVID-19) pandemic and the economic inflationary period on health from a national sample of 854 low-income U.S. veterans. Responses were analyzed using rapid assessment procedures. In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, 59% of participants reported the pandemic had “no effect” on their health, 7% reported increased social isolation, and small proportions of participants reported negative effects on physical and mental health. In response to economic inflation, 43% of participants reported inflation had “no effect” on their health, 11%...
Source: Journal of Community Health - August 21, 2023 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
PrEP Among Sub-Saharan African Diaspora Communities in Belgium – a Participatory Action Research Study
In conclusion, PrEP seemed acceptable among our participants. Our qualitative study provides insights into the intersecting barriers to accessing HIV services, showing that SSA diaspora communities are ‘hardly reached’ rather than ‘hard to reach’ by PrEP promotion messages. (Source: Journal of Community Health)
Source: Journal of Community Health - August 14, 2023 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
