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Perry CK, Seguin-Fowler R, Maddock JE, Lenstra N, Dieckmann NF, Currier J, Andreyeva E, Winkle J, Trost SG. Rural libraries implementing walking groups or walking groups plus civic engagement for walkability in rural communities: a comparative effectiveness trial study protocol. BMC Public Health 2023; 23:1895. [PMID: 37784086 PMCID: PMC10544451 DOI: 10.1186/s12889-023-16788-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/14/2023] [Accepted: 09/19/2023] [Indexed: 10/04/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Rural residents generally lack adequate physical activity to benefit health and reduce disparities in chronic diseases, such as cardiovascular disease and certain cancers. The Socioecological Model describes physical activity as involving a dynamic and reciprocal interaction between individual, social, and community factors. Community group-based walking programs and civic engagement interventions aimed at enhancing physical activity have been successful in rural communities but have not targeted all three socioecological levels. Public libraries can act as innovative public health partners in rural communities. However, challenges remain because rural libraries often lack the capacity to implement evidence-based health promotion programming. The goals of this study are (1) build the capacity for rural libraries to implement evidence-based health promotion programs, (2) compare changes in physical activity between a group-based walking program and a combined group-based walking and civic engagement program with rural residents, and (3) conduct an implementation evaluation. METHODS We will conduct a comparative effectiveness study of a group-based walking (standard approach) versus a group-based walking plus civic engagement program (combined approach) aimed at enhancing walkability to increase physical activity among rural adults. Key mediators between the program effects and change in outcomes will also be identified. Finally, we will evaluate program implementation, conduct a cost effectiveness evaluation, and use a positive deviance analysis to understand experiences of high and low changers on key outcomes. Twenty towns will be matched and randomized to one of the two conditions and our aim is to enroll a total of 350-400 rural residents (15-20 per town). Study outcomes will be assessed at baseline, and 6, 12, and 24 months. DISCUSSION This study will build the capacity of rural libraries to implement evidence-based walking programs as well as other health promotion programs in their communities. The study results will answer questions regarding the relative effectiveness and cost effectiveness of two multilevel physical activity interventions targeting rural communities. We will learn what works and how these multilevel interventions can be implemented in rural populations. TRIAL REGISTRATION ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier: NCT05677906.
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- Cynthia K Perry
- Oregon Health & Science University School of Nursing, 3455 SW US Veterans Hospital Rd, Portland, OR, 97239, USA.
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- Texas A & M University Institute for Advancing Health through Agriculture, 1500 Research Parkway, Centeq Building B, College Station, TX, 77845, USA
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- Texas A & M University School of Public Health, 1266 TAMU, College Station, TX, 77843, USA
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- University North Carolina Greensboro School of Education, 1300 Spring Garden St, Greensboro, NC, 27412, USA
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- Oregon Health & Science University School of Nursing, 3455 SW US Veterans Hospital Rd, Portland, OR, 97239, USA
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- Knight Cancer Institute, Division of Oncological Sciences, Oregon Health & Science University, 2720 S. Moody Ave, Portland, OR, 97201, USA
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- Texas A & M University, 212 Adriance Lab Rd, College Station, TX, 77843, USA
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- Oregon Health & Science University School of Nursing, 3455 SW US Veterans Hospital Rd, Portland, OR, 97239, USA
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- School of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, Qld, 4072, Australia
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Why do people not attend public library programs in the current digital age? A mix method study in Hong Kong. LIBRARY HI TECH 2023. [DOI: 10.1108/lht-04-2022-0217] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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PurposeThe study aims to investigate the characteristics of the current situation of library programs and explore the possible reasons behind the low participation in Hong Kong. It focuses on the development of library programs in the era of digital technology, which can lead to discussion and reflections on the further development of library programs with innovative technology services.Design/methodology/approachThis study applied a mixed-method research approach to investigate the current situation of library programming and the reasons for low participation in Hong Kong. The first part analyzes the characteristics of library programs offered by the Hong Kong Public Libraries (HKPL) through data collection from the HKPL website. The second part of this study investigated the reasons behind the low participation in library programs through quantitative research through an online survey.FindingsThe findings show that current library programs were dominated by reading activities and children's programs to a great extent, which both users and non-users are not very interested in. Further, most respondents expressed more interest in cultural and leisure events and hands-on activities (especially new technologies related) than traditional library programming. Many lapsed and non-users chose not to attend the library programs for boredom and uselessness. As a result, there is a need for HKPL to adjust its services to stay relevant to the needs and interests of local communities.Originality/valueScant studies explored the reasons behind non-users of public library programs, especially in Asia. This research contributes to the literature by analyzing and proposing the characteristics of the current situation of library programs and exploring the possible reasons behind the low participation in Hong Kong.
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Powell TW, Smith BD, Offiong A, Lewis Q, Kachingwe O, LoVette A, Hwang A. Public Librarians: Partners in Adolescent Health Promotion. PUBLIC LIBRARY QUARTERLY 2022. [DOI: 10.1080/01616846.2022.2107349] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/16/2022]
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- Terrinieka W. Powell
- Department of Population, Family and Reproductive Health, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, Baltimore, Maryland, USA
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- Department of Population, Family and Reproductive Health, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, Baltimore, Maryland, USA
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- Department of Population, Family and Reproductive Health, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, Baltimore, Maryland, USA
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- Department of Population, Family and Reproductive Health, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, Baltimore, Maryland, USA
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- Department of Population, Family and Reproductive Health, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, Baltimore, Maryland, USA
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- Johns Hopkins School of Nursing, Baltimore, Maryland, USA
- Department of Health, Behavior and Society, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, Baltimore, MD
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- Department of Population, Family and Reproductive Health, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, Baltimore, Maryland, USA
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Igarashi T, Watanabe M, Tomita Y, Sugeno Y, Yamagishi M, Koizumi M. Public library events with spaces and collections: Case analysis of the Helsinki Central Library Oodi. JOURNAL OF LIBRARIANSHIP AND INFORMATION SCIENCE 2022. [DOI: 10.1177/09610006221097405] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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In recent years, programmes and events have become one of the major services of public libraries. This study aimed to provide a comprehensive and detailed investigation of the types of programmes and events that occur in modern public libraries that provide new services, in addition to traditional services such as book lending. The Helsinki Central Library Oodi (Finland) was used as a case study and data posted on their webpage was collected for analysis. In Finland, as per the Library Act of 2017, public libraries are encouraged to hold programmes and events. Accordingly, various programmes and events are held at Oodi. A total of 1,330 events (excluding duplicates) took place between 13 August 2019 and 31 October 2020 and were coded using the open coding method and grouped into categories. Oodi provided users with many types of learning and experience opportunities through programmes and events, aiming to eliminate social disparities and ensure equality among citizens. Many programmes and events were held to provide citizens with a place for social interaction and dialogue, creating connections among them. The library’s traditional resource, that is, its collection, was central to many programmes and events. Even during the COVID-19 pandemic, the library has been contributing to the community by holding programmes and events online. This study is the first to comprehensively elucidate the contents of programmes and events held in a modern public library, which is expected to contribute to the further dissemination and development of these types of programmes and events. Furthermore, this study promotes research on specific programmes and events and encourage discussion regarding the linkages between events.
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Rubenstein EL, Burke SK, D'Arpa C, Lenstra N. Health Equity and Small and Rural Public Libraries During COVID-19. PROCEEDINGS OF THE ASSOCIATION FOR INFORMATION SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY. ASSOCIATION FOR INFORMATION SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY 2021; 58:827-829. [PMID: 34901404 PMCID: PMC8646931 DOI: 10.1002/pra2.577] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Rural communities in the United States struggle with many health inequities that predate the COVID‐19 Pandemic. This poster analyzes how public libraries responded to COVID‐19 from March 2020 through March 2021 by utilizing the social media platform Facebook to continue sharing content that supports community health and wellness. It situates these responses in the context of health inequities in rural America. Although libraries in different parts of the country responded to COVID‐19 in unique ways, common practices include sharing timely information about the pandemic and social services; adapting services to continue serving communities safely; and providing enriching educational content that also addresses social determinants of health. The poster concludes with a call to better understand the work small and rural public librarians do to address health inequities.
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DeGuzman PB, Abooali S, Jain N, Scicchitano A, Siegfried ZC. Improving equitable access to care via telemedicine in rural public libraries. Public Health Nurs 2021; 39:431-437. [PMID: 34614251 DOI: 10.1111/phn.12981] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/30/2021] [Revised: 09/11/2021] [Accepted: 09/14/2021] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Rural public libraries have been proposed as ideal locations from which individuals can access a telemedicine visit, but limited adoption of this practice suggests significant barriers remain. The purpose of this study was to determine rural public librarians' perspectives on the benefits and barriers to offering patrons the ability to use their public library for a telemedicine video visit, and to suggest strategies for moving this practice forward. DESIGN Qualitative content analysis. SAMPLE Fifteen rural US librarians and library directors. MEASUREMENTS Individual interviews were conducted to determine perspectives on the benefits of and barriers to implementing telemedicine in public libraries. RESULTS We identified four themes from the data: rural public libraries increase healthcare access in a trustworthy location, librarians are supportive of telemedicine, but have concerns, limited resources drive barriers to telemedicine implementation in rural libraries, and small rural libraries continued in-person service during the COVID-19 pandemic. CONCLUSION Rural public libraries can be an important part of achieving equitable access to care, particularly with regard to chronic disease management in rural populations. Rural public health nurses can be instrumental in promoting collaborations between local libraries and regional health systems that may help libraries overcome financial barriers to this practice.
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- University of Virginia College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, Charlottesville, Virginia
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- University of Virginia School of Nursing, Charlottesville, Virginia
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- University of Virginia Batten School of Public Policy, Charlottesville, Virginia
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- University of Virginia College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, Charlottesville, Virginia
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Winberry J, Potnis D. Social Innovations in Public Libraries: Types and Challenges. LIBRARY QUARTERLY 2021. [DOI: 10.1086/714315] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/03/2022]
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Draper CL. Exploring the Feasibility of Partnerships between Public Libraries and the SNAP-Ed Program. PUBLIC LIBRARY QUARTERLY 2021. [DOI: 10.1080/01616846.2021.1906615] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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- Carrie L. Draper
- Senior Research Associate. Department: Health Promotion, Education, and Behavior. Arnold School of Public Health at the University of South Carolina. Columbia, South Carolina, United States
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Pisanski J, Švab K. Evaluating Public Library Events using a Combination of Methods. LIBRI 2021. [DOI: 10.1515/libri-2019-0149] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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Public libraries hold an increasing number of events, where they face the very important, but often neglected, challenge of evaluation. This paper presents various studies performed to evaluate events for adults at the largest public library in Slovenia, Mestna knjižnica Ljubljana (Ljubljana City Library). A combination of methods was used: content analysis of library website and promotional brochures, interviews with both attendees and librarians, observation of events and a relatively large survey. Additionally, based on this research, seven personas representing typical user groups of events for adults were developed. While attendees were generally highly satisfied with the existing events, our research found room for improvement, especially regarding planning for particular user groups, scheduling and topical diversity of events and promotion aimed at both existing and potential visitors. Based on this research, Ljubljana City Library prepared guidelines for their future events for adults. Additionally, the general outline of the evaluation should be of benefit to any library regardless of type, size or location.
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- Jan Pisanski
- Department of Library and Information Science and Book Studies, Faculty of Arts , University of Ljubljana , Aškerčeva 2 , 1000 Ljubljana , Slovenia
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- Department of Library and Information Science and Book Studies, Faculty of Arts , University of Ljubljana , Aškerčeva 2 , 1000 Ljubljana , Slovenia
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VanScoy A, Thomson L, Hartel J. Applying theory in practice: The serious leisure perspective and public library programming. LIBRARY & INFORMATION SCIENCE RESEARCH 2020. [DOI: 10.1016/j.lisr.2020.101034] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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Mathiasson MH, Jochumsen H. Between Collections and Connections: Analyzing Public Library Programs in Terms of Format, Content, and Role and Function. LIBRARY QUARTERLY 2020. [DOI: 10.1086/708963] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022]
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Researching public library programs through Facebook events: a new research approach. JOURNAL OF DOCUMENTATION 2019. [DOI: 10.1108/jd-08-2018-0137] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Purpose
The purpose of this paper is to report on a new approach for researching public library programs through Facebook events. The term public library programs refers to publicly announced activities and events taking place within or in relation to a public library. In Denmark, programs are an important part of the practices of public libraries and have been growing in both number and variety within recent years.
Design/methodology/approach
The data for the study presented in this paper consists of Facebook events announcing public library programs. In the study of this data, grounded theory is used as a research strategy and methods of web archiving are used for collecting both the textual and the visual content of the Facebook events.
Findings
The combination of Facebook events as data, grounded theory as a research strategy and web archiving as methods for data collection proves to be useful for researching the format and content of public library programs, which have already taken place.
Research limitations/implications
Only a limited number of Facebook events are examined and the context is restricted to one country.
Originality/value
This paper presents a promising approach for researching public library programs through social media content and provides new insights into both methods and data as well as the phenomenon investigated. Thereby, this paper contributes to a conception of an under-developed researched area as well as a new approach for studying it.
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