Financial Impact of the Indiana University Student-Run Free Clinic
AbstractStudent-run free clinics (SRFCs) serve as an important public safety-net for un- and under-insured patients. Few studies have investigated their financial impact or return of investment to the community. The aim of this study was to estimate the financial impact of the Indiana University Student Outreach Clinic (IUSOC) using national market values of medical visits and lab services in 2021.From internal triage classification records maintained from March to December 2021, Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) codes were assigned corresponding to “New Patient,” “Returning Quick or Long” and “Fast Track” v...
Source: Journal of Community Health - May 15, 2023 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
Validation of a Questionnaire on Sexual and Reproductive Health Among Immigrant Vocational Education Students in Portugal from S ão Tomé and Príncipe
This study aimed to validate a questionnaire on sexual and reproductive health in adolescents and young adults from São Tomé and Príncipe who voluntarily enrolled in a vocational school in Portugal to complete their 12th school year and obtain a professional card.A questionnaire consisting of perception and knowledge sections was adapted from previous questionnaires. We followed the steps of psychometric analysis. Firstly, we assessed face validity and content validity. We used factorial analysis to validate the perceptions section (which included Likert-type questions). For the knowledge section (which consisted of mul...
Source: Journal of Community Health - May 9, 2023 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
Exploring What Influences Heterosexual College Men and the Practice of Safe Sex: The Power of Stigma and Community
AbstractThe college student population is among the highest risk group for contracting sexually transmitted infections (STIs) such as gonorrhea, chlamydia, and HIV. Safe sex practices, which are intended to mitigate risks associated with sexually transmitted infections, are often negated in the population of heterosexual college students. Historically, research on safe sex practices has shown that the burden of behavior change and the focus on educational efforts historically fall onto the female population. There is little published on how safe sex education for males impacts attitudes and behaviors towards safe sex pract...
Source: Journal of Community Health - May 9, 2023 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
Determining the Impact of Lifestyle on the Health of Primary School Children in Slovenia Through Mixed Membership Focus Groups
AbstractLifestyle choices made by children and adolescents can lead to a variety of health problems. It is therefore crucial to evaluate the state health-related lifestyles of primary school children ’s and identify areas for improvement. The aim of this study was to investigate the experiences and perspectives of those involved in educating current generations of primary school children about their lifestyle and the associated health implications of their behavior. Four focus groups were form ed, comprising parents, primary school teachers, health professionals, and leisure activity teachers, with five participants in e...
Source: Journal of Community Health - May 9, 2023 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
Validation of a Questionnaire on Sexual and Reproductive Health Among Immigrant Vocational Education Students in Portugal from S ão Tomé and Príncipe
This study aimed to validate a questionnaire on sexual and reproductive health in adolescents and young adults from São Tomé and Príncipe who voluntarily enrolled in a vocational school in Portugal to complete their 12th school year and obtain a professional card.A questionnaire consisting of perception and knowledge sections was adapted from previous questionnaires. We followed the steps of psychometric analysis. Firstly, we assessed face validity and content validity. We used factorial analysis to validate the perceptions section (which included Likert-type questions). For the knowledge section (which consisted of mul...
Source: Journal of Community Health - May 9, 2023 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
Exploring What Influences Heterosexual College Men and the Practice of Safe Sex: The Power of Stigma and Community
AbstractThe college student population is among the highest risk group for contracting sexually transmitted infections (STIs) such as gonorrhea, chlamydia, and HIV. Safe sex practices, which are intended to mitigate risks associated with sexually transmitted infections, are often negated in the population of heterosexual college students. Historically, research on safe sex practices has shown that the burden of behavior change and the focus on educational efforts historically fall onto the female population. There is little published on how safe sex education for males impacts attitudes and behaviors towards safe sex pract...
Source: Journal of Community Health - May 9, 2023 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
Determining the Impact of Lifestyle on the Health of Primary School Children in Slovenia Through Mixed Membership Focus Groups
AbstractLifestyle choices made by children and adolescents can lead to a variety of health problems. It is therefore crucial to evaluate the state health-related lifestyles of primary school children ’s and identify areas for improvement. The aim of this study was to investigate the experiences and perspectives of those involved in educating current generations of primary school children about their lifestyle and the associated health implications of their behavior. Four focus groups were form ed, comprising parents, primary school teachers, health professionals, and leisure activity teachers, with five participants in e...
Source: Journal of Community Health - May 9, 2023 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
Factors Associated with Food Delivery App use Among Young Adults
This study provides a first step in understanding the characteristics of young adults who use food delivery apps. Given that food delivery apps are a new technology that can both increase access to unhealthy food options as well as h ealthy food options, further research is needed to better understand the types of food purchased through food delivery apps. (Source: Journal of Community Health)
Source: Journal of Community Health - May 6, 2023 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
Rural-Urban Disparities in Hospital Admissions and Mortality Among Patients with COVID-19: Evidence from South Carolina from 2021 to 2022
This study aimed to estimate the associations between hospital admissions and mortality and rurality among COVID-19 positive patients who sought hospital care in South Carolina. We used all-payer hospital claims, COVID-19 testing, and vaccination history data from January 2021 to January 2022 in South Carolina. We included 75,545 hospital encounters within 14 days after positive and confirmatory COVID-19 testing. Associations between hospital admissions and mortality and rurality were estimated using multivariable logistic regressions. About 42% of all encounters resulted in an inpatient hospital admission, while hospital-...
Source: Journal of Community Health - May 3, 2023 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
Lethal Force Usage by Law Enforcement Officers Against Hispanics, 2011 –2020
AbstractMost research on lethal force by law enforcement officers (LEOs) has focused on firearm deaths by LEOs among certain racial groups (e.g., African Americans). Specifically, not much is known about LEOs-induced lethal injuries among Hispanics. The purpose of this study was to characterize LEOs induced fatal injuries, the methods used, among various demographic groups of Hispanics, and the years of potential life lost before the age of 80 years due to lethal force by LEOs. Data from the Web-Based Injury Statistics Query and Reporting System (WISQARS) were analyzed for the years 2011 –2020. LEOs killed 1,158 Hispanic...
Source: Journal of Community Health - May 3, 2023 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
Understanding Breast Cancer Disparities Affecting Black Women: Obtaining Diverse Perspectives Through Focus Groups Comprised of Patients, Providers, and Others
This study was an initial step to develop multi-level interventions targeting the personal, community, and policy barriers tha t are needed to advance breast cancer screening equity for Black women living in environmental justice communities. (Source: Journal of Community Health)
Source: Journal of Community Health - May 3, 2023 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
Rural-Urban Disparities in Hospital Admissions and Mortality Among Patients with COVID-19: Evidence from South Carolina from 2021 to 2022
This study aimed to estimate the associations between hospital admissions and mortality and rurality among COVID-19 positive patients who sought hospital care in South Carolina. We used all-payer hospital claims, COVID-19 testing, and vaccination history data from January 2021 to January 2022 in South Carolina. We included 75,545 hospital encounters within 14 days after positive and confirmatory COVID-19 testing. Associations between hospital admissions and mortality and rurality were estimated using multivariable logistic regressions. About 42% of all encounters resulted in an inpatient hospital admission, while hospital-...
Source: Journal of Community Health - May 3, 2023 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
Lethal Force Usage by Law Enforcement Officers Against Hispanics, 2011 –2020
AbstractMost research on lethal force by law enforcement officers (LEOs) has focused on firearm deaths by LEOs among certain racial groups (e.g., African Americans). Specifically, not much is known about LEOs-induced lethal injuries among Hispanics. The purpose of this study was to characterize LEOs induced fatal injuries, the methods used, among various demographic groups of Hispanics, and the years of potential life lost before the age of 80 years due to lethal force by LEOs. Data from the Web-Based Injury Statistics Query and Reporting System (WISQARS) were analyzed for the years 2011 –2020. LEOs killed 1,158 Hispanic...
Source: Journal of Community Health - May 3, 2023 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
