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Teehan E, Phord-Toy A, Venkatapuram P, Kan KM. Creating a community advisory board for pediatric bladder health. Front Pediatr 2024; 12:1396003. [PMID: 39081924 PMCID: PMC11287218 DOI: 10.3389/fped.2024.1396003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/05/2024] [Accepted: 06/14/2024] [Indexed: 08/02/2024] Open
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Introduction Pediatric lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) are highly prevalent in neurologically healthy school-aged children. However, no evidence-based programs exist to prevent or treat LUTS in the community setting. To address this, we established the first community advisory board (CAB) that aims to identify individual and societal structures impacting pediatric bladder health in Northern California's Bay Area and co-design culturally relevant bladder health interventions. Methods Probability and non-probability sampling methods were used to recruit community stakeholders to the CAB. Our final CAB comprised of two parents, two community health workers, one educator, one pediatric urology registered nurse, and one pediatrician. The CAB met quarterly during the 1-year study period. Results Bi-directional feedback identified community-level barriers to bladder health, particularly in the school environment, and the need for tailored resources to teach children and families about healthy bladder behaviors. Discussion The CAB co-designed school-based bladder health interventions, including bladder health posters, and provided feedback on three school-based research study proposals. The CAB will continue to guide and inform future community-engaged research efforts.
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- School of Medicine, Stanford University, Stanford, CA, United States
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Zaman A, Ovalle B, Reyes C, Segall-Gutierrez P. Enhanced Participation in Diabetes Screening and Care After Gestational Diabetes Through Community Health Workers: Results from the Es Mejor Saber Randomized Controlled Trial. J Immigr Minor Health 2024; 26:45-53. [PMID: 37878217 PMCID: PMC10842185 DOI: 10.1007/s10903-023-01547-5] [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] [Accepted: 09/16/2023] [Indexed: 10/26/2023]
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Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is a strong risk factor for type 2 diabetes mellitus, but many women with GDM do not return for postpartum diabetes screening. Interventions utilizing community health workers have demonstrated improvements in health knowledge and participation in other disease settings. The objective of this study was to therefore determine whether bilingual, bicultural community health workers (i.e., promotoras) increase participation in postpartum disease screening and referral for diabetes prevention or care in an urban, low-resource Hispanic community. Ninety-four women with GDM were recruited from the postpartum ward of a safety-net hospital and randomized equally to receive either standard-of-care alone or standard-of-care with a promotora-based intervention consisting of education, appointment reminders, and assistance navigating the healthcare system. Adherence to diabetes screening visits by 12 weeks postpartum and referral for preventive or diabetes care by 18 weeks postpartum was assessed through electronic medical record review. Compared to controls, women in the promotora group completed more diabetes screening visits (74% vs. 96%; relative risk [RR] 3.9; 95% Confidence Interval [CI] 1.1-14.1; p = 0.04). Among those who completed diabetes screening visits, women in the promotora group were also more likely to complete a subsequent referral visit for preventive or diabetes care (17% vs. 83%; RR 4.0; 95% CI 2.1-7.4; p < 0.01). A promotora-based intervention consisting of bilingual, bicultural community health workers improved diabetes screening, prevention, and treatment visits in a resource-limited community of Hispanic women with GDM. ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier: NCT00998595.
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- Adnin Zaman
- Division of Endocrinology, Metabolism, and Diabetes, Department of Medicine, University of Colorado, Anschutz Medical Campus, Mailstop C263, 12348 E. Montview Blvd, Aurora, CO, 80045, USA.
- Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism, Department of Medicine, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY, USA.
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology,, Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology,, Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology,, Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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Hangaard S, Laursen SH, Andersen JD, Kronborg T, Vestergaard P, Hejlesen O, Udsen FW. The Effectiveness of Telemedicine Solutions for the Management of Type 2 Diabetes: A Systematic Review, Meta-Analysis, and Meta-Regression. J Diabetes Sci Technol 2023; 17:794-825. [PMID: 34957864 PMCID: PMC10210100 DOI: 10.1177/19322968211064633] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 18.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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BACKGROUND Previous systematic reviews have aimed to clarify the effect of telemedicine on diabetes. However, such reviews often have a narrow focus, which calls for a more comprehensive systematic review within the field. Hence, the objective of the present systematic review, meta-analysis, and meta-regression is to evaluate the effectiveness of telemedicine solutions versus any comparator without the use of telemedicine on diabetes-related outcomes among adult patients with type 2 diabetes (T2D). METHODS This review was conducted in accordance with the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines. We considered telemedicine randomized controlled trials (RCT) including adults (≥18 years) diagnosed with T2D. Change in glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c, %) was the primary outcome. PubMed, EMBASE, and the Cochrane Library Central Register of Controlled Trials (CENTRAL) were searched on October 14, 2020. An overall treatment effect was estimated using a meta-analysis performed on the pool of included studies based on the mean difference (MD). The revised Cochrane risk-of-bias tool was applied and the certainty of evidence was graded using the Grading of Recommendations, Assessment, Development and Evaluations (GRADE) approach. RESULTS The final sample of papers included a total of 246, of which 168 had sufficient information to calculate the effect of HbA1c%. The results favored telemedicine, with an MD of -0.415% (95% confidence interval [CI] = -0.482% to -0.348%). The heterogeneity was great (I2 = 93.05%). A monitoring component gave rise to the higher effects of telemedicine. CONCLUSIONS In conclusion, telemedicine may serve as a valuable supplement to usual care for patients with T2D. The inclusion of a telemonitoring component seems to increase the effect of telemedicine.
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- Stine Hangaard
- Department of Health Science and
Technology, Aalborg University, Aalborg, Denmark
- Steno Diabetes Center North Denmark,
Aalborg, Denmark
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- Department of Health Science and
Technology, Aalborg University, Aalborg, Denmark
- Department of Nursing, University
College of Northern Denmark, Aalborg, Denmark
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- Department of Health Science and
Technology, Aalborg University, Aalborg, Denmark
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- Department of Health Science and
Technology, Aalborg University, Aalborg, Denmark
- Steno Diabetes Center North Denmark,
Aalborg, Denmark
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- Steno Diabetes Center North Denmark,
Aalborg, Denmark
- Department of Endocrinology, Aalborg
University Hospital, Aalborg, Denmark
- Department of Clinical Medicine,
Aalborg University, Aalborg, Denmark
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- Department of Health Science and
Technology, Aalborg University, Aalborg, Denmark
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- Department of Health Science and
Technology, Aalborg University, Aalborg, Denmark
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Coco L, Carvajal S, Navarro C, Piper R, Marrone N. Community Health Workers as Patient-Site Facilitators in Adult Hearing Aid Services via Synchronous Teleaudiology: Feasibility Results from the Conexiones Randomized Controlled Trial. Ear Hear 2023; 44:28-42. [PMID: 36253920 PMCID: PMC9780168 DOI: 10.1097/aud.0000000000001281] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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OBJECTIVES The purpose of this study was to investigate the feasibility of Community Health Workers (CHWs) as patient-site facilitators in teleaudiology-facilitated hearing aid services to improve hearing aid rehabilitation outcomes for older Hispanic/Latino adults in a medically underserved, rural, US-Mexico border community. DESIGN A total of 28 adults (aged 55 to 89) with bilateral hearing loss participated in this study. Individuals were randomized to one of two teleaudiology intervention arms that differed at the level of the patient-site facilitator. Participants in the experimental group were assisted locally by trained CHW facilitators. Participants in the control group were assisted locally by trained university student facilitators. Synchronous (real-time) teleaudiology hearing aid services took place with participants located at a rural community health center and the clinician located a university 70 miles away. The results of this feasibility study are presented within the reach, effectiveness, adoption, implementation fidelity, and maintenance implementation framework. RESULTS Regarding reach, the participants in this study population are historically under-represented in research (primarily low-income Hispanic/Latino older adults). A total of 57 individuals were recruited, 47 were consented and assessed for eligibility and 28 individuals met inclusion criteria and were randomized. The average age of participants was 73.9 years, (range: 55 to 89 years) and most individuals were female (75%). Most participants (86%) reported having incomes less than $20,000 annually. Effectiveness results (via the Self Efficacy for Situational Communication Management Questionnaire) showed that both groups (CHW and control) significantly improved listening self-efficacy from pre-fitting baseline and no difference between groups was observed. Regarding datalogging, at the short-term follow-up, participants in the CHW group wore their hearing aids for more hours/day on average compared with participants in the control group. Implementation fidelity was high for both groups. Long-term maintenance of CHW-supported teleaudiology appears feasible given that training and institutional support is in place. CONCLUSIONS Teleaudiology-delivered hearing aid services were feasible when facilitated locally by trained CHWs. Future efficacy and effectiveness research is warranted with CHWs and teleaudiology, potentially leading to a significant reduction in barriers for rural and medically under-resourced communities.
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- Laura Coco
- Department of Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences, College of Science, University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ
- School of Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences, San Diego State University, San Diego, CA
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- Health Behavior Health Promotion, Mel and Enid Zuckerman College of Public Health, University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ
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- Mariposa Community Health Center, Nogales, AZ
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- Department of Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences, College of Science, University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ
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Nguyen VB, Thi KHP, Nguyen TX, Pham NTL, Nguyen VVH, Van Le C. Diabetes self-management and its associated factors among patients with diabetes in central Vietnam: A cross-sectional study. PLoS One 2022; 17:e0270901. [PMID: 35802719 PMCID: PMC9269929 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0270901] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/16/2022] [Accepted: 06/19/2022] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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Objective Diabetes self-management (DSM) enables maintenance of optimal individualized glycemic control for patients with diabetes through comprehensive lifestyle, medication adherence, and self-monitoring glucose level. This study aimed to evaluate DSM and to find associated factors among Vietnamese diabetes patients by using the Vietnamese version of Diabetes Self-Management Instrument (DSMI). Methods A cross-sectional study was conducted at a single hospital in the central Vietnam. DSM was assessed using the DSMI. The participant’s socio-demographic and clinical features were obtained through face-to-face interviews and medical records. Multivariate linear regression was used to determine independent factors associated with total DSMI. Results The mean total DSM score based on DSMI self-administered questionnaire scores was 88.4 ± 22.1, with a range of 47 to 140. The mean self-integration, self-regulation, interaction with health professionals, self-monitoring blood glucose, and adherence to the prescribed regime were 24.8, 22.3, 21.6, 10.2, and 9.5, respectively. 48.1% of DM patients had good HbA1c control. Sex, educational status, BMI, waist circumference, medical nutrition therapy, and sufficient physical activities were factors independently predictive of DSMI total score. Conclusion This study emphasizes that the DSM situation is seen to be average among DM patients with mean DSMI score 88.4 ± 22.1 and sex, educational status, BMI, waist circumference, medical nutrition therapy, and sufficient physical activities were independently predictive factors of DSMI total score. This evidence suggests that there is a need to enhance the effectiveness of DSM education programs among diabetic patients.
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- Van Bang Nguyen
- Center of Endocrinology and Diabetes, Family Hospital, Da Nang, Vietnam
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- Center of Endocrinology and Diabetes, Family Hospital, Da Nang, Vietnam
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- Center of Endocrinology and Diabetes, Family Hospital, Da Nang, Vietnam
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Hue University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Hue University, Hue City, Vietnam
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Reich K, Butterworth SW, Coday M, Bailey JE. Integrating Lay Health Coaches Into Primary Care: Acceptability, Credibility, and Effectiveness From the Provider Perspective. Cureus 2022; 14:e25457. [PMID: 35774723 PMCID: PMC9239298 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.25457] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 05/29/2022] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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The purpose of this mixed-methods, cross-sectional study was to assess the acceptability, effectiveness, and credibility of lay health coaches from the perspective of primary care personnel during coach integration into primary care teams through the Management of Diabetes in Everyday Life (MODEL) study. Surveys of 46 primary care clinic personnel were conducted in June 2017 and July 2017 to assess the acceptability, effectiveness, and credibility of lay health coaches in the clinics. Clinic personnel rated coach acceptability, impact, and credibility on a five-point Likert scale as 3.78, 3.76-4.04, and 3.71-3.95, respectively. Additionally, interviews revealed support for a team-based approach and recognition of the potential of coaches to enhance care. In the interviews clinic personnel also reported a lack of provider time to counsel patients as well as a need for improved provider-coach communication.
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Harte R, Norton L, Whitehouse C, Lorincz I, Jones D, Gerald N, Estrada I, Sabini C, Mitra N, Long JA, Cappella J, Glanz K, Volpp KG, Kangovi S. Design of a randomized controlled trial of digital health and community health worker support for diabetes management among low-income patients. Contemp Clin Trials Commun 2022; 25:100878. [PMID: 34977421 PMCID: PMC8688867 DOI: 10.1016/j.conctc.2021.100878] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/16/2020] [Revised: 09/14/2021] [Accepted: 12/04/2021] [Indexed: 01/15/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Insulin-dependent diabetes is a challenging disease to manage and involves complex behaviors, such as self-monitoring of blood glucose. This can be especially challenging in the face of socioeconomic barriers and in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. Digital health self-monitoring interventions and community health worker support are promising and complementary best practices for improving diabetes-related health behaviors and outcomes. Yet, these strategies have not been tested in combination. This protocol paper describes the rationale and design of a trial that measures the combined effect of digital health and community health worker support on glucose self-monitoring and glycosylated hemoglobin. METHODS The study population was uninsured or publicly insured; lived in high-poverty, urban neighborhoods; and had poorly controlled diabetes mellitus with insulin dependence. The study consisted of three arms: usual diabetes care; digital health self-monitoring; or combined digital health and community health worker support. The primary outcome was adherence to blood glucose self-monitoring. The exploratory outcome was change in glycosylated hemoglobin. CONCLUSION The design of this trial was grounded in social justice and community engagement. The study protocols were designed in collaboration with frontline community health workers, the study aim was explicit about furthering knowledge useful for advancing health equity, and the population was focused on low-income people. This trial will advance knowledge of whether combining digital health and community health worker interventions can improve glucose self-monitoring and diabetes-related outcomes in a high-risk population.
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- Rory Harte
- Division of General Internal Medicine, Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, USA
- Penn Center for Community Health Workers, Penn Medicine, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- Division of General Internal Medicine, Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, USA
- Penn Center for Community Health Workers, Penn Medicine, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- Villanova University M. Louise Fitzpatrick College of Nursing, Villanova, PA, USA
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- Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- Penn Center for Community Health Workers, Penn Medicine, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- Penn Center for Community Health Workers, Penn Medicine, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- Penn Center for Community Health Workers, Penn Medicine, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- Division of General Internal Medicine, Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, USA
- Penn Center for Community Health Workers, Penn Medicine, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- Department of Biostatistics and Epidemiology, Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- Division of General Internal Medicine, Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, USA
- Leonard Davis Institute of Health Economics, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, USA
- Center for Health Equity Research and Promotion, Corporal Michael J. Crescenz VA Medical Center, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- Annenberg School for Communication, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- Perelman School of Medicine and School of Nursing, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- Penn Center for Health Incentives and Behavioral Economics, Departments of Medical Ethics and Health Policy and Medicine, Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- Division of General Internal Medicine, Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, USA
- Penn Center for Community Health Workers, Penn Medicine, Philadelphia, PA, USA
- Leonard Davis Institute of Health Economics, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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Othman MM, Khudadad H, Dughmosh R, Syed A, Clark J, Furuya-Kanamori L, Abou-Samra AB, Doi SAR. Towards a better understanding of self-management interventions in type 2 diabetes: A meta-regression analysis. Prim Care Diabetes 2021; 15:985-994. [PMID: 34217643 DOI: 10.1016/j.pcd.2021.06.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/08/2021] [Revised: 05/31/2021] [Accepted: 06/17/2021] [Indexed: 01/15/2023]
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AIMS Attributes that operationally conceptualize diabetes self-management education (DSME) interventions have never been studied previously to assess their impact on relevant outcomes of interest in people with type 2 diabetes (T2D). The aim of this study was to determine the impact of existing interventions classified by their delivery of skills or information related attributes on immediate (knowledge), intermediate (physical activity), post-intermediate (HbA1c), and long-term (quality of life) outcomes in people with T2D. METHODS PubMed, Embase, PsycINFO, and Cochrane Library/Cochrane CENTRAL as well as the grey literature were searched to identify interventional studies that examined the impact of DSME interventions on the four different outcomes. Eligible studies were selected and appraised independently by two reviewers. A meta-regression analysis was performed to determine the impact of delivery of the skills- and information-related attributes on the chosen outcomes. RESULTS 142 studies (n = 25,511 participants) provided data, of which 39 studies (n = 5278) reported on knowledge, 39 studies (n = 8323) on physical activity, 99 studies (n = 17,178) on HbA1c and 24 studies (n = 5147) on quality of life outcomes. Meta-regression analyses demonstrated that skills-related attributes had an estimated effect suggesting improvement in knowledge (SMD [standardized mean difference] increase of 0.80; P = 0.025) and that information-related attributes had an estimated effect suggesting improvement in quality of life (SMD increase of 0.96; P = 0.405). Skill- and information-related attributes did not have an estimated effect suggesting improvement in physical activity or in HbA1c. CONCLUSIONS The study findings demonstrate that the skills and information related attributes contribute to different outcomes for people with T2D. This study provides, for the first time, preliminary evidence for differential association of the individual DSME attributes with different levels of outcome.
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- Manal M Othman
- Department of Population Medicine, College of Medicine, QU Health, Qatar University, Doha, Qatar; Medicine Department, Hamad Medical Corporation, Doha, Qatar.
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- Department of Clinical Research, Primary Health Care Corporation, Doha, Qatar.
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- Medicine Department, Hamad Medical Corporation, Doha, Qatar.
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- Department of Population Medicine, College of Medicine, QU Health, Qatar University, Doha, Qatar.
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- The Centre for Research into Evidence Based Practice, Bond University, Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia.
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- UQ Centre for Clinical Research, Faculty of Medicine, The University of Queensland, Herston, Queensland, Australia.
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- Qatar Metabolic Institute and Medicine Department, Hamad Medical Corporation, Doha, Qatar.
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- Department of Population Medicine, College of Medicine, QU Health, Qatar University, Doha, Qatar.
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Savarese M, Sapienza M, Acquati GM, Nurchis MC, Riccardi MT, Mastrilli V, D’Elia R, Graps EA, Graffigna G, Damiani G. Educational Interventions for Promoting Food Literacy and Patient Engagement in Preventing Complications of Type 2 Diabetes: A Systematic Review. J Pers Med 2021; 11:jpm11080795. [PMID: 34442439 PMCID: PMC8399193 DOI: 10.3390/jpm11080795] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/25/2021] [Revised: 08/09/2021] [Accepted: 08/12/2021] [Indexed: 01/02/2023] Open
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The present review aims to map the current literature on educational interventions to promote food literacy in type 2 diabetes, with a particular focus on the concept of patient engagement. The systematic review was implemented on five databases with no restrictions on the publication year. The studies selected for the review were focused on patients with type 2 diabetes, ranging from 2003 to 2021 and published in 13 countries (44% USA). Thirty-three articles were analyzed. Twenty-seven articles targeted singular patients; fifteen articles conceptualized patient engagement as self-management. In seven articles, the provider is a multidisciplinary team. Twenty articles did not report a theoretical framework in the intervention development, and eleven did not use an intervention material. Twenty-six articles did not use a technology proxy. Outcome categories were narratively mapped into four areas: clinical, psychological, behavioral, and literacy. To date, most of the interventions are heterogeneous in the adopted methodology, measures, and outcomes considered. More attention should be given to the psychosocial characterization of patient engagement as well as the technological support. High-quality, randomized controlled trials and longitudinal studies are lacking and need to be conducted to verify the efficacy of these insights.
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- M. Savarese
- EngageMinds HUB–Consumer Food & Health Engagement Research Center, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Largo A.Gemelli 1, 20123 Milano, Italy; (M.S.); (G.G.)
- Faculty of Agriculture Food and Environmental Sciences, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, 20123 Milano, Italy
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- Department of Health Sciences and Public Health, Section of Hygiene, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, 00168 Rome, Italy; (M.S.); (G.D.)
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- Faculty of Psychology, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, 20123 Milano, Italy;
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- Department of Woman and Child Health and Public Health, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A.Gemelli IRCCS, Largo A.Gemelli 8, 00168 Rome, Italy;
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- Department of Health Sciences and Public Health, Section of Hygiene, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, 00168 Rome, Italy; (M.S.); (G.D.)
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +39-06-3015-4396
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- Ministero Della Salute, Direzione Generale della Prevenzione, Ufficio 8-Promozione Salute e Prevenzione Controllo Malattie Cronico-Degenerative, 20123 Milano, Italy; (V.M.); (R.D.)
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- Ministero Della Salute, Direzione Generale della Prevenzione, Ufficio 8-Promozione Salute e Prevenzione Controllo Malattie Cronico-Degenerative, 20123 Milano, Italy; (V.M.); (R.D.)
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- A.Re.S.S. Puglia-Agenzia Regionale Strategica per la Salute ed il Sociale Area Valutazione e Ricerca, 20123 Milano, Italy;
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- EngageMinds HUB–Consumer Food & Health Engagement Research Center, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Largo A.Gemelli 1, 20123 Milano, Italy; (M.S.); (G.G.)
- Faculty of Agriculture Food and Environmental Sciences, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, 20123 Milano, Italy
- Department of Psychology, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Largo A.Gemelli 1, 20123 Milano, Italy
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- Department of Health Sciences and Public Health, Section of Hygiene, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, 00168 Rome, Italy; (M.S.); (G.D.)
- Department of Woman and Child Health and Public Health, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A.Gemelli IRCCS, Largo A.Gemelli 8, 00168 Rome, Italy;
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Lambert S, Schaffler JL, Ould Brahim L, Belzile E, Laizner AM, Folch N, Rosenberg E, Maheu C, Ciofani L, Dubois S, Gélinas-Phaneuf E, Drouin S, Leung K, Tremblay S, Clayberg K, Ciampi A. The effect of culturally-adapted health education interventions among culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) patients with a chronic illness: A meta-analysis and descriptive systematic review. PATIENT EDUCATION AND COUNSELING 2021; 104:1608-1635. [PMID: 33573916 DOI: 10.1016/j.pec.2021.01.023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/17/2020] [Revised: 12/14/2020] [Accepted: 01/16/2021] [Indexed: 06/12/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To review the effectiveness of health education interventions adapted for culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) populations with a chronic illness. METHODS A systematic review and meta-analysis were conducted. Eligible studies were identified across six databases. Data were extracted and intervention effect was summarized using standardized mean difference. If there were insufficient data for meta-analysis, a descriptive summary was included. Modifying effects of intervention format, length, intensity, provider, self-management skills taught, and behavioral change techniques (BCTs) utilized were examined. RESULTS 58 studies were reviewed and data were extracted for 36 outcomes. Most interventions used multiple modes of delivery and were facilitated by bilingual health care professionals (HCPs). On average, interventions included 5.19 self-management skills and 4.82 BCTs. Interventions were effective in reducing BMI, cholesterol, triglycerides, blood glucose, HbA1C, and depression, and in increasing knowledge. Effectiveness was influenced partly by provider, with HCPs favored over lay providers or paraprofessionals in increasing knowledge; however, the opposite was noted for HbA1c. CONCLUSIONS Health education interventions are effective among CALD populations, particularly at improving objective, distal outcomes (e.g., anthropometric measures). These interventions may be equally effective in improving proximal patient-reported outcomes (PROs); however, diversity in PROs limited analyses. PRACTICE IMPLICATIONS Core outcome sets (COS) are needed to further investigate and compare health education intervention effectiveness on PROs.
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- Sylvie Lambert
- Ingram School of Nursing, McGill University, Montréal, Canada; St. Mary's Research Centre, Montréal, Canada.
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- Ingram School of Nursing, McGill University, Montréal, Canada; St. Mary's Research Centre, Montréal, Canada
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- Centre Hospitalier de l'Université de Montréal, Montreal, Canada
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- Ingram School of Nursing, McGill University, Montréal, Canada
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- The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre, Montréal, Canada
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- Faculty of Nursing, Université de Montréal, Montréal, Canada
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- The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre, Montréal, Canada
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- Ingram School of Nursing, McGill University, Montréal, Canada
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- Ingram School of Nursing, McGill University, Montréal, Canada
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- Ingram School of Nursing, McGill University, Montréal, Canada; St. Mary's Research Centre, Montréal, Canada
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Gutiérrez Á, Young MEDT, Dueñas M, García A, Márquez G, Chávez ME, Ramírez S, Rico S, Bravo RL. Laboring With the Heart: Promotoras' Transformations, Professional Challenges, and Relationships With Communities. FAMILY & COMMUNITY HEALTH 2021; 44:162-170. [PMID: 33284157 DOI: 10.1097/fch.0000000000000286] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/12/2023]
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Little is known about promotoras' professional experiences engaging in Latinx health promotion. In this promotora-led community-based participatory study, we purposively recruited and interviewed 30 Spanish-speaking promotoras who worked in Los Angeles County and who had at least 5 years of experience as promotoras. Using a constructivist grounded theory approach, findings revealed promotoras self-identified as health professionals who offered unique, insider perspectives. Challenges arose as employers viewed promotoras as volunteer lay health workers, while promotoras desired opportunities for professional growth. Motivation to continue working as promotoras stemmed from their commitment to Latinx communities. We provide recommendations to strengthen community-based capacity for advancing Latinx health.
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- Ángela Gutiérrez
- USC Edward R. Roybal Institute on Aging, USC Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work, Los Angeles, California (Dr Gutiérrez); Department of Public Health, School of Social Sciences, Humanities, and Arts, University of California, Merced (Dr Young); Corazón y Carácter , Los Angeles, California (Mss Dueñas, García, Márquez, Chávez, Ramírez, and Rico); and Department of Health Sciences Education, College of Health Sciences, Western University of Health Sciences, Pomona, California (Dr Bravo)
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Rawal L, Sahle BW, Smith BJ, Kanda K, Owusu-Addo E, Renzaho AMN. Lifestyle interventions for type 2 diabetes management among migrants and ethnic minorities living in industrialized countries: a systematic review and meta-analyses. BMJ Open Diabetes Res Care 2021; 9:e001924. [PMID: 33879514 PMCID: PMC8061857 DOI: 10.1136/bmjdrc-2020-001924] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/28/2020] [Revised: 02/06/2021] [Accepted: 03/08/2021] [Indexed: 12/17/2022] Open
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The objective of this systematic review was to determine the effectiveness of lifestyle interventions to improve the management of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) among migrants and ethnic minorities. Major searched databases included MEDLINE (via PubMed), EMBASE (via Ovid) and CINAHL. The selection of studies and data extraction followed the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses guidelines. In the meta-analysis, significant heterogeneity was detected among the studies (I2 >50%), and hence a random effects model was used. Subgroup analyses were performed to compare the effect of lifestyle interventions according to intervention approaches (peer-led vs community health workers (CHWs)-led). A total of 17 studies were included in this review which used interventions delivered by CHWs or peer supporters or combination of both. The majority of the studies assessed effectiveness of key primary (hemoglobin (HbA1c), lipids, fasting plasma glucose) and secondary outcomes (weight, body mass index, blood pressure, physical activity, alcohol consumption, tobacco smoking, food habits and healthcare utilization). Meta-analyses showed lifestyle interventions were associated with a small but statistically significant reduction in HbA1c level (-0.18%; 95% CI -0.32% to -0.04%, p=0.031). In subgroup analyses, the peer-led interventions showed relatively better HbA1c improvement than CHW-led interventions, but the difference was not statistically significant (p=0.379). Seven studies presented intervention costs, which ranged from US$131 to US$461 per participant per year. We conclude that lifestyle interventions using either CHWs or peer supporters or a combination of both have shown modest effectiveness for T2DM management among migrants of different background and origin and ethnic minorities. The evidence base is promising in terms of developing culturally appropriate, clinically sound and cost-effective intervention approaches to respond to the growing and diverse migrants and ethnic minorities affected by diabetes worldwide.
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- Lal Rawal
- School of Health Medical and Applied Sciences, Collage of Science and Sustainability, Central Queensland University-Sydney Campus, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
- Physical Activity Research Group, Appleton Institute, Central Queensland University, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
- Translational Health Research Institute (THRI), Western Sydney University, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
- School of Social Sciences, Western Sydney University, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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- Centre for Mental Health, Melbourne School of Population and Global Health, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
- School of Nursing and Midwifery, Deakin University, Geelong, Victoria, Australia
- Centre for Quality and Patient Safety Research (QPS), Alfred Health Partnership, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Prevention and Health Promotion, The University of Sydney School of Public Health, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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- School of Nursing and Midwifery, Western Sydney University, Liverpool, New South Wales, Australia
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- Bureau of Integrated Rural Development, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Kumasi, Ghana
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- Translational Health Research Institute (THRI), Western Sydney University, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
- School of Medicine, Western Sydney University, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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Bunn C, Harwood E, Akhter K, Simmons D. Integrating care: the work of diabetes care technicians in an integrated care initiative. BMC Health Serv Res 2020; 20:235. [PMID: 32192474 PMCID: PMC7082957 DOI: 10.1186/s12913-020-05109-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/17/2019] [Accepted: 03/13/2020] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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Background As diabetes prevalence rises world-wide, the arrangement of clinics and care packages is increasingly debated by health care professionals (HCPs), health service researchers, patient groups and policy makers. ‘Integrated care’, while representing a range of approaches, has been positioned as a promising solution with potential to benefit patients and health systems. This is particularly the case in rural populations which are often removed from centres of specialist care. The social arrangements within diabetes integrated care initiatives are understudied but are of particular importance to those implementing such initiatives. In this paper we explore the ‘work’ of integration through an analysis of the role played by Health Care Assistants (HCAs) who were specially trained in aspects of diabetes care and given the title ‘Diabetes Care Technician’ (DCT). Methods Using thematic analysis of interview (n = 55) and observation data (n = 40), we look at: how the role of DCTs was understood by patients and other HCPs, as well as the DCTs; and explore what DCTs did within the integrated care initiative. Results Our findings suggested that the DCTs saw their role as part of a hierarchy, providing links between members of the integrated team, and explaining and validating clinical decisions. Patients characterised DCTs as friends and advisors who provided continuity. Other HCPs perceived the DCTs as supportive, providing long-term monitoring and doing a different job to conventional HCAs. We found that DCTs had to navigate local terrain (social, ethical and physical), engage in significant conversation and negotiate treatment plans created through integrated care. The analysis suggests that relationships between patients and the DCTs were strong, had the quality of friendship and mitigated loneliness. Conclusions DCTs played multidimensional roles in the integrated care initiative that required great social and emotional skill. Building friendships with patients was central to their work, which mitigated loneliness and facilitated the care they provided.
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- Christopher Bunn
- Institute of Health and Wellbeing, College of Social Sciences, University of Glasgow, Glasgow, G12 8RS, UK
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- Faculty of Health, Education, Medicine & Social Care, Anglia Ruskin University, Cambridge, CB1 1PT, UK
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- Department of Public Health and Primary Care, University of Cambridge, Cambridge, CB2 0SR, UK
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- Wolfson Diabetes and Endocrinology Clinic, Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Hills Road, Cambridge, CB2 0QQ, UK. .,School of Medicine, Western Sydney University, Campbelltown, NSW, 2560, Australia.
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Hildebrand JA, Billimek J, Lee JA, Sorkin DH, Olshansky EF, Clancy SL, Evangelista LS. Effect of diabetes self-management education on glycemic control in Latino adults with type 2 diabetes: A systematic review and meta-analysis. PATIENT EDUCATION AND COUNSELING 2020; 103:266-275. [PMID: 31542186 PMCID: PMC8087170 DOI: 10.1016/j.pec.2019.09.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 38] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/13/2018] [Revised: 08/01/2019] [Accepted: 09/07/2019] [Indexed: 05/13/2023]
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PURPOSE This systematic review and meta-analysis evaluated the effectiveness of diabetes self-management education (DSME) in reducing glycosylated hemoglobin (A1C) levels in adult Latinos with type 2 diabetes (T2DM). METHODS Five databases were searched for DSME randomized controlled trials or quasi-experimental trials published between January 1997 and March 2019. A random effects model was utilized to calculate combined effect sizes. Subgroup analyses were performed to explore possible sources of heterogeneity between studies. RESULTS Twenty-three unique studies met criteria for this systematic review and of these, 18 were included in the meta-analysis. Pooled estimate effect of DSME on A1C from the random effect model was -0.240 (95% confidence interval = -0.345, -0.135, p < 0.001). There was moderate heterogeneity (Cochrane Q=30.977, P=0.020, I^2 = 45.121) between the studies. Subgroup analyses demonstrated greater A1C reductions in studies with intervention duration ≤6 months, initial A1C baseline values >8.0 [69 mmol/mol], and team-based approach. CONCLUSIONS Meta-analysis results showed that culturally tailored DSME interventions significantly reduce AIC in Latinos with T2DM despite the heterogeneity across the studies. IMPLICATIONS The heterogeneity in the study methodologies reinforce the need for additional studies to better understand DSME interventions to reduce disparities in Latino adults with T2DM.
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- Janett A Hildebrand
- University of Southern California, Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work, Department of Nursing.
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- Program in Medical Education for the Latino Community, Health Policy Research Institute, Departments of Medicine and Family Medicine, University of California, Irvine, USA
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- Sue and Bill Gross School of Nursing, University of California, Irvine, USA
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- Department of Medicine, University of California, Irvine, USA
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- Sue and Bill Gross School of Nursing, University of California, Irvine, USA
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Alolod GP, Gardiner H, Agu C, Turner JL, Kelly PJ, Siminoff LA, Gordon EJ, Norden R, Daly TA, Benitez A, Hernandez I, Guinansaca N, Winther LR, Bergeron CD, Montalvo A, Gonzalez T. A Culturally Targeted eLearning Module on Organ Donation (Promotoras de Donación): Design and Development. J Med Internet Res 2020; 22:e15793. [PMID: 31929102 PMCID: PMC6996759 DOI: 10.2196/15793] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/07/2019] [Revised: 09/30/2019] [Accepted: 10/01/2019] [Indexed: 01/20/2023] Open
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Background As an overrepresented population on the transplant waitlist, stagnated rates of organ donation registration among Latinxs must be redressed. Promotoras (community health workers), who are effective at advocating and spearheading health promotion efforts in the Latinx community, show promise in their ability to educate about organ donation and donor registration. Objective This study aimed (1) to develop an interactive, evidence-based program to educate promotoras about organ donation, the need for organ donors in the Latinx American community, and ways to register as deceased organ donors and (2) to train promotoras to lead discussions about organ donation and to promote the act of donor registration. Methods In partnership with 4 promotoras organizations, the culturally targeted Promotoras de Donación eLearning module was developed based on input from 12 focus groups conducted with Latina women (n=61) and promotoras (n=37). Formative work, existing literature, the Vested Interest Theory, and the Organ Donation Model guided curriculum development. In partnership with the Gift of Life Institute and regional promotoras, the curriculum was designed, filmed, and developed in a visually appealing module interface. The module was beta-tested with promotoras before launch. Results Promotoras de Donación, available in Spanish with English subtitling, lasts just over an hour. The module comprised 6 sections including various activities and videos, with the curriculum divided into a skills-based communication component and a didactic educational component. Pre- and posttests assessed the module’s direct effects on promotoras’ organ donation knowledge and attitudes as well as confidence promoting the act of donor registration. Conclusions This novel, theoretically and empirically based intervention leveraged the existing network of promotoras to promote the act of donor registration. Future research should assess whether the module helps increase rates of donor registration within Latinx communities and reduce disparities in access to transplantation. Trial Registration ClinicalTrials.gov NCT04007419; https://www.clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT04007419
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- Gerard P Alolod
- College of Public Health, Temple University, Philadelphia, PA, United States
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- Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences, College of Public Health, Temple University, Philadelphia, PA, United States
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- Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences, College of Public Health, Temple University, Philadelphia, PA, United States
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- Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences, College of Public Health, Temple University, Philadelphia, PA, United States
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- Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences, College of Public Health, Temple University, Philadelphia, PA, United States
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- College of Public Health, Temple University, Philadelphia, PA, United States
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- Division of Transplantation, Department of Surgery, Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University, Chicago, IL, United States
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- Gift of Life Institute, Philadelphia, PA, United States
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- Esperanza Health Center, Philadelphia, PA, United States
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Andreae SJ, Andreae LJ, Richman JS, Cherrington AL, Safford MM. Peer-Delivered Cognitive Behavioral Training to Improve Functioning in Patients With Diabetes: A Cluster-Randomized Trial. Ann Fam Med 2020; 18:15-23. [PMID: 31937528 PMCID: PMC7227468 DOI: 10.1370/afm.2469] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/13/2018] [Revised: 04/19/2019] [Accepted: 05/16/2019] [Indexed: 12/22/2022] Open
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PURPOSE Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)-based programs delivered by trained community members could improve functioning and pain in individuals who lack access to such programs. We tested the effectiveness of a peer-delivered diabetes self-management program integrating CBT principles in improving physical activity, functional status, pain, quality of life (QOL), and health outcomes in individuals with diabetes and chronic pain. METHODS In this community-based, cluster-randomized controlled trial, intervention participants received a 3-month, peer-delivered, telephone-administered program. Attention control participants received a peer-delivered general health advice program. Outcomes were changes in functional status and pain (Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Osteoarthritis Index), QOL (Short Form 12), and physiologic measures (hemoglobin A1c, systolic blood pressure, body mass index); physical activity was the explanatory outcome. RESULTS Of 195 participants with follow-up data, 80% were women, 96% African Americans, 74% had annual income <$20,000, and 64% had high school education or less. At follow-up, compared with controls, intervention participants had greater improvement in functional status (-10 ± 13 vs -5 ± 18, P = .002), pain (-10.5 ± 19 vs -4.8 ± 21, P = .01), and QOL (4.8 ± 8.8 vs 3.8 ± 8.8, P = .001). Physiologic measures did not change significantly in either group. At 3 months, a greater proportion of intervention than control participants reported no pain or did other forms of exercise when pain prevented them from walking for exercise. CONCLUSION This peer-delivered CBT-based intervention improved functioning, pain, QOL, and self-reported physical activity despite pain in individuals with diabetes and chronic pain. Trained community members can deliver effective CBT-based interventions in rural and under-resourced communities.
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- Susan J Andreae
- Department of Kinesiology, University of Wisconsin-Madison, Madison, Wisconsin
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- Department of Medicine, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, Alabama
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- Department of Surgery, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, Alabama
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- Department of Medicine, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, Alabama
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- Department of Medicine, Weill Cornell Medicine, New York, New York
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Fortmann AL, Savin KL, Clark TL, Philis-Tsimikas A, Gallo LC. Innovative Diabetes Interventions in the U.S. Hispanic Population. Diabetes Spectr 2019; 32:295-301. [PMID: 31798285 PMCID: PMC6858072 DOI: 10.2337/ds19-0006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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IN BRIEF In the United States, Hispanics have a 66% greater risk of developing type 2 diabetes and, once diagnosed, exhibit worse outcomes than non-Hispanic whites. It is therefore imperative to ensure that interventions meet the specific needs of this at-risk group. This article provides a selective review of the evidence on innovative, real-world approaches (both live and technology-based) to improving behavioral, psychosocial, and clinical outcomes in underserved Hispanics with type 2 diabetes. Key aspects of successful live interventions have included multimodal delivery, greater dosage/attendance, and at least some in-person delivery; effective technology-based approaches involved frequent but intermittent communication, bi-directional messaging, tailored feedback, multimodal delivery, and some human interaction. Across modalities, cultural tailoring also improved outcomes. Additional research is needed to address methodological limitations of studies to date and pinpoint the most efficacious components and optimal duration of interventions. Future efforts should also attend to variability within the U.S. Hispanic population to ensure acceptability and sustainability of interventions in this diverse group.
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- San Diego State University/University of California, San Diego Joint Doctoral Program in Clinical Psychology, San Diego, CA
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- San Diego State University/University of California, San Diego Joint Doctoral Program in Clinical Psychology, San Diego, CA
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- Department of Psychology, San Diego State University, San Diego, CA
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Cuaresma CF, Sy AU, Nguyen TT, Ho RCS, Gildengorin GL, Tsoh JY, Jo AM, Tong EK, Kagawa-Singer M, Stewart SL. Results of a lay health education intervention to increase colorectal cancer screening among Filipino Americans: A cluster randomized controlled trial. Cancer 2019; 124 Suppl 7:1535-1542. [PMID: 29578603 DOI: 10.1002/cncr.31116] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/28/2017] [Accepted: 10/10/2017] [Indexed: 01/10/2023]
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BACKGROUND Filipino colorectal cancer (CRC) screening rates fall below Healthy People 2020 goals. In this study, the authors explore whether a lay health educator (LHE) approach can increase CRC screening among Filipino Americans ages 50 to 75 years in Hawai'i. METHODS A cluster randomized controlled trial from 2012 through 2015 compared an intervention, which consisted of LHEs delivering 2 education sessions and 2 telephone follow-up calls on CRC screening plus a CRC brochure versus an attention control, in which 2 lectures and 2 follow-up calls on nutrition and physical activity plus a CRC brochure were provided. The primary outcome was change in self-reported ever receipt of CRC screening at 6 months. RESULTS Among 304 participants (77% women, 86% had > 10 years of residence in the United States), the proportion of participants who reported ever having received CRC screening increased significantly in the intervention group (from 80% to 89%; P = .0003), but not in the control group (from 73% to 74%; P = .60). After covariate adjustment, there was a significant intervention effect (odds ratio, 1.9; 95% confidence interval, 1.0-3.5). There was no intervention effect on up-to-date screening. CONCLUSIONS This first randomized controlled trial for CRC screening among Hawai'i's Filipinos used an LHE intervention with mixed, but promising, results. Cancer 2018;124:1535-42. © 2018 American Cancer Society.
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- Charlene F Cuaresma
- Student Equity, Excellence and Diversity, University of Hawai'i-Mãnoa, Honolulu, Hawai'i
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- John A. Burns School of Medicine, University of Hawai'i, Honolulu, Hawai'i
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- Department of Medicine, University of California-San Francisco, San Franciso, California
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- Department of Hematology-Oncology, Straub Clinic and Hospital, Honolulu, Hawai'i
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- Division of General Internal Medicine, University of California-San Francisco, San Franciso, California
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- Department of Psychiatry, University of California-San Francisco, San Franciso, California
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- Department of Family Medicine, University of California-Los Angeles, Los Angeles, California
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- Department of Internal Medicine, University of California-Davis, Davis, California
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- Fielding School of Public Health, University of California-Los Angeles, Los Angeles, California
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- Division of Public Health Sciences, University of California-Davis, Davis, California
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Gelberg L, Rico MW, Herman DR, Belin TR, Chandler M, Ramirez E, Love S, McCarthy WJ. Comparative effectiveness trial comparing MyPlate to calorie counting for mostly low-income Latino primary care patients of a federally qualified community health center: study design, baseline characteristics. BMC Public Health 2019; 19:990. [PMID: 31340800 PMCID: PMC6651946 DOI: 10.1186/s12889-019-7294-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/17/2019] [Accepted: 07/10/2019] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Primary care-based behavior change obesity treatment has long featured the Calorie restriction (CC), portion control approach. By contrast, the MyPlate-based obesity treatment approach encourages eating more high-satiety/high-satiation foods and requires no calorie-counting. This report describes study methods of a comparative effectiveness trial of CC versus MyPlate. It also describes baseline findings involving demographic characteristics and their associations with primary outcome measures and covariates, including satiety/satiation, dietary quality and acculturation. METHODS A comparative effectiveness trial was designed to compare the CC approach (n = 130) versus a MyPlate-based approach (n = 131) to treating patient overweight. Intervenors were trained community health workers. The 11 intervention sessions included two in-home health education sessions, two group education sessions, and seven telephone coaching sessions. Questionnaire and anthropometric assessments occurred at baseline, 6- and 12 months; food frequency questionnaires were administered at baseline and 12 months. Participants were overweight adult primary care patients of a federally qualified health center in Long Beach, California. Two measures of satiety/satiation and one measure of post-meal hunger comprised the primary outcome measures. Secondary outcomes included weight, waist circumference, blood pressure, dietary quality, sugary beverage intake, water intake, fruit and vegetable fiber intake, mental health and health-related quality of life. Covariates included age, gender, nativity status (U.S.-born, not U.S.-born), race/ethnicity, education, and acculturation. ANALYSIS Baseline characteristics were compared using chi square tests. Associations between covariates and outcome measures were evaluated using multiple regression and logistic regression. RESULTS Two thousand eighty-six adult patients were screened, yielding 261 enrollees who were 86% Latino, 8% African American, 4% White and 2% Other. Women predominated (95%). Mean age was 42 years. Most (82%) were foreign-born; 74% chose the Spanish language option. Mean BMI was 33.3 kg/m2; mean weight was 82 kg; mean waist circumference was 102 cm. Mean blood pressure was 122/77 mm. Study arms on key baseline measures did not differ except on dietary quality and sugary beverage intake. Nativity status was significantly associated with dietary quality. CONCLUSIONS The two treatment arms were well-balanced demographically at baseline. Nativity status is inversely related to dietary quality. TRIAL REGISTRATION NCT02514889 , posted on 8/4/2015.
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- Lillian Gelberg
- Department of Family Medicine, David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, University of California, 10880 Wilshire Blvd, Ste 1800, Los Angeles, CA 90024 USA
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- Charles R. Drew/UCLA Medical Education Program, Los Angeles, USA
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- Family and Consumer Sciences, College of Health and Human Development, SQ 200M 18111 Nordhoff Street, Northridge, CA 91330 USA
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- UCLA Fielding School of Public Health, 51-267 CHS, mc 177220, 650 Charles Young Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90095 USA
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- TCC, 701 East 28th Street, Suite 200, Long Beach, CA 90806 USA
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- The Children’s Clinic of Long Beach Patient Representative, 1715 E. Anaheim St., Apt. 2, Long Beach, CA 90813 USA
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- UCLA Fielding School of Public Health, A2-125 CHS, mc 690015, 650 Charles Young Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90095 USA
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The Impact of a Community-Based Food Education Program on Nutrition-Related Knowledge in Middle-Aged and Older Patients with Type 2 Diabetes: Results of a Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2019; 16:ijerph16132403. [PMID: 31284568 PMCID: PMC6650826 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph16132403] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/17/2019] [Revised: 07/01/2019] [Accepted: 07/05/2019] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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The purpose of this study was to evaluate the impact of a community-based food education program on nutrition-related knowledge in middle-aged and older patients with type 2 diabetes (T2D). Participants (n = 36; 65.9 ± 6.0 years old) were recruited in primary health care to a 9-month community-based lifestyle intervention program for patients with T2D and randomly assigned to an exercise program (control group; n = 16) or an exercise program plus a food education program (experimental group; n = 20). Nutrition-related knowledge was assessed through a modified version of the General Nutrition Knowledge Questionnaire. The increase in total nutrition-related knowledge score and sources of nutrients area score was significantly higher in the experimental group compared to the control group. No significant changes in nutrition-related knowledge were found between groups in dietary recommendations and diet-disease relationship areas, although improvements were observed. This community-based food education program, with the use of easy to implement strategies (short-duration lectures and dual-task problem solving activities during exercise), had a positive and encouraging impact on nutrition-related knowledge in middle-aged and older patients with T2D.
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Villalta J, Askaryar H, Verzemnieks I, Kinsler J, Kropenske V, Ramos-Gomez F. Developing an Effective Community Oral Health Workers-"Promotoras" Model for Early Head Start. Front Public Health 2019; 7:175. [PMID: 31334211 PMCID: PMC6621922 DOI: 10.3389/fpubh.2019.00175] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/10/2019] [Accepted: 06/11/2019] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Purpose: To determine the effectiveness of a train-the-trainer program for Community Oral Health Workers (COHWs) with the goal of reducing Early Childhood Caries (ECC). Methods: Thirteen Latina caregivers from a local Early Head Start program participated in an 8 h bilingual oral health training program that provided information and hands-on experiences pertaining to prenatal and children's oral health. Once trained, the 13 COHWs conducted a series of bilingual interactive oral health promotion workshops at local community sites. Pre/post-tests were conducted after each workshop with a total of 157 caregivers of young children. Bivariate analyses were used to assess changes in knowledge, attitudes, and practices of the COHWs and caregivers regarding children's oral health. Results: Significant positive changes (p < 0.05) in COHWs' knowledge were observed for age a child can brush his/her teeth alone and what a pregnant woman with morning sickness can do to protect her teeth. Positive trends were observed for knowing that tap water with fluoride prevents cavities and that poor oral health of parents affects their children's dental health. While community caregivers in the workshops reported a high consumption of sweet snacks and beverages, there was a significant positive increase (p < 0.05) in knowledge and attitudes regarding oral health care. Significant increases in knowledge were obtained regarding: when a child can brush his/her teeth well alone, the age when fluoridated toothpaste can be used, ways tooth decay can be prevented, when a child's first dental visit should be, and what a pregnant woman with morning sickness can do to protect her teeth. Significant positive improvements were found regarding caregiver's favorable attitude that fluoridated water can help prevent cavities, disagreeing that tap water is dangerous, and agreeing that a parent's dental health affects their children's dental health. Conclusions: The study showed a targeted and culturally competent oral health program can significantly improve knowledge, attitudes, and self-reported practices of COHWs and the caregivers they trained. Although longitudinal studies are needed to determine if a COHW model can help reduce ECC in underserved communities, preliminary results support the utilization of this model as a viable option that should be expanded.
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- Jennifer Villalta
- School of Dentistry, University of California, Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA, United States
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- School of Dentistry, University of California, Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA, United States
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- School of Nursing, University of California, Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA, United States
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- Section of Pediatric Dentistry, University of California, Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA, United States
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- School of Public Health, University of California, Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA, United States
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- School of Dentistry, University of California, Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA, United States
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Conley T, Enriquez M, Cheng AL, Jorge D, Meristal SY, Coe B, Logan PR, Stiles S, Beall G, Biggs A, McKinsey DS. The Jonas Hypertension Program: An Academic-Community Partnership to Address Hypertension in Four Dominican Bateyes. HISPANIC HEALTH CARE INTERNATIONAL 2018; 17:11-17. [PMID: 30590947 DOI: 10.1177/1540415318819487] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Adults living in bateyes (i.e., sugarcane plantation villages) in the Dominican Republic have minimal access to health care services. Hypertension (HTN) is a serious and often unrecognized health problem among batey residents. The Jonas Batey Hypertension Program was built on existing social networks to address the detection and treatment of HTN. METHODS An ongoing community-based participatory research endeavor involves a partnership among three organizations and collaboration with promotoras who engage their batey communities in a mobile HTN screening and treatment program. Adults are screened and, if indicated, are treated with antihypertensive medications. Data collection includes project documentation, participant observation, demographic data, blood pressure (BP) measurements, and pill counts. RESULTS To date, 243 adults have received HTN treatment in four batey communities. A within-group, as-treated, repeated-measures, pre-/postanalysis showed that among participants who had been receiving antihypertensive treatment for 12 months ( n = 70), there was a significant decrease in BP ( p < .005). CONCLUSION Results of an interim data analysis indicate that the program model has been implemented successfully and is making a positive impact on BP control. Evaluation is ongoing with regard to the long-term HTN-related health outcomes of batey residents. Ensuring program sustainability is an important consideration for the future.
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- 1 University of Missouri, Columbia, MO, USA.,2 Dominican Republic Medical Partnership, Prairie Village, KS, USA
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- 3 University of Missouri-Kansas City, Kansas City, MO, USA
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- 4 Fundacion Enciende Una Luz (Light a Candle), La Romana, Dominican Republic
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- 4 Fundacion Enciende Una Luz (Light a Candle), La Romana, Dominican Republic
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- 2 Dominican Republic Medical Partnership, Prairie Village, KS, USA
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- 2 Dominican Republic Medical Partnership, Prairie Village, KS, USA
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- 2 Dominican Republic Medical Partnership, Prairie Village, KS, USA
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- 2 Dominican Republic Medical Partnership, Prairie Village, KS, USA
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- 2 Dominican Republic Medical Partnership, Prairie Village, KS, USA
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Kangovi S, Mitra N, Norton L, Harte R, Zhao X, Carter T, Grande D, Long JA. Effect of Community Health Worker Support on Clinical Outcomes of Low-Income Patients Across Primary Care Facilities: A Randomized Clinical Trial. JAMA Intern Med 2018; 178:1635-1643. [PMID: 30422224 PMCID: PMC6469661 DOI: 10.1001/jamainternmed.2018.4630] [Citation(s) in RCA: 140] [Impact Index Per Article: 23.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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IMPORTANCE Addressing the social determinants of health has been difficult for health systems to operationalize. OBJECTIVE To assess a standardized intervention, Individualized Management for Patient-Centered Targets (IMPaCT), delivered by community health workers (CHWs) across 3 health systems. DESIGN, SETTING, AND PARTICIPANTS This 2-armed, single-blind, multicenter randomized clinical trial recruited patients from 3 primary care facilities in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, between January 28, 2015, and March 28, 2016. Patients who resided in a high-poverty zip code, were uninsured or publicly insured, and who had a diagnosis for 2 or more chronic diseases were recruited, and patients were randomized to either the CHW intervention or the control arm (goal setting only). Follow-up assessments were conducted at 6 and 9 months after enrollment. Data were analyzed using an intention-to-treat approach from June 2017 to March 2018. INTERVENTION Participants set a chronic disease management goal with their primary care physician; those randomized to the CHW intervention received 6 months of tailored support. MAIN OUTCOMES AND MEASURES The primary outcome was change in self-rated physical health. The secondary outcomes were self-rated mental health, chronic disease control, patient activation, patient-reported quality of primary care, and all-cause hospitalization. RESULTS Of the 592 participants, 370 (62.5%) were female, with a mean (SD) age of 52.6 (11.1) years. Participants in both arms had similar improvements in self-rated physical health (mean [SD], 1.8 [11.2] vs 1.6 [9.9]; P = .89). Patients in the intervention group were more likely to report the highest quality of care (odds ratio [OR], 1.8; 95% CI, 1.4-2.4; risk difference [RD], 0.12; P < .001) and spent fewer total days in the hospital at 6 months (155 days vs 345 days; absolute event rate reduction, 69%) and 9 months (300 days vs 471 days; absolute event rate reduction, 65%). This reduction was driven by a shorter average length of stay (difference, -3.1 days; 95% CI, -6.33 to 0.22; P = .06) and a lower mean number of hospitalizations (difference, -0.3; 95% CI, -0.6 to 0.0; P = .07) among patients who were hospitalized. Patients in the intervention group had a lower odds of repeat hospitalizations (OR, 0.4; 95% CI, 0.2-0.9; RD, -0.24; P = .02), including 30-day readmissions (OR, 0.3; 95% CI, 0.1-0.9; RD, -0.17; P = .04). CONCLUSIONS AND RELEVANCE A standardized intervention did not improve self-rated health but did improve the patient-perceived quality of care while reducing hospitalizations, suggesting that health systems may use a standardized intervention to address the social determinants of health. TRIAL REGISTRATION ClinicalTrials.gov identifier: NCT02347787.
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- Shreya Kangovi
- Division of General Internal Medicine, Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia.,Penn Center for Community Health Workers, Penn Medicine, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.,Center for Health Equity Research and Promotion, Corporal Michael J. Crescenz VA Medical Center, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.,Leonard Davis Institute of Health Economics, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia
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- Department of Biostatistics and Epidemiology, Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia
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- Division of General Internal Medicine, Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia
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- Division of General Internal Medicine, Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia
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- Division of General Internal Medicine, Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia
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- Penn Center for Community Health Workers, Penn Medicine, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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- Division of General Internal Medicine, Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia.,Leonard Davis Institute of Health Economics, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia
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- Division of General Internal Medicine, Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia.,Center for Health Equity Research and Promotion, Corporal Michael J. Crescenz VA Medical Center, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.,Leonard Davis Institute of Health Economics, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia
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Yorke E, Atiase Y. Impact of structured education on glucose control and hypoglycaemia in Type-2 diabetes: a systematic review of randomized controlled trials. Ghana Med J 2018; 52:41-60. [PMID: 30013260 DOI: 10.4314/gmj.v52i1.8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Evidence for the use of structured education in diabetes management is accumulating and has shown positive influence in the management of Type-2 diabetes. Objective To assess the impact of structured education on glucose control and hypoglycaemia in the management of Type-2 diabetes. Methods A systematic review was done using Medline via Ovid and EMBASE databases of published English literature between 1980 and 2014. Included studies were randomized control trials that assessed the impact of structured education on glucose control and hypoglycaemia. Results Out of the 12,086 full text articles were identified, 36 full text articles were finally considered for this review after applying both inclusion and exclusion criteria, of which 34 were exclusively on the effect of structured diabetes education on glucose control whilst 2 were studies on the effects of structured diabetes education on glucose control and hypoglycaemia. Majority of the studies included a predominant Caucasian population. There was heterogeneity in the included studies such as intervention methods and intensity as well as follow up periods. Group based education was preferred over individual education by most studies. Overall, most of the studies showed a significant positive effect on glycaemic control compared with control groups. One study showed a significant impact of structured education on hypoglycaemia. Conclusion Structured education has positive impact on glucose control and hypoglycaemia in Type-2 diabetes and must be incorporated in routine care. Funding The study was funded by the authors.
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- Ernest Yorke
- Department of Medicine & Therapeutics, School of Medicine and Dentistry, College of Health Sciences, University of Ghana, Accra, Ghana
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- Department of Medicine & Therapeutics, School of Medicine and Dentistry, College of Health Sciences, University of Ghana, Accra, Ghana
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Merius HN, Rohan AJ. An Integrative Review of Factors Associated with Patient Attrition from Community Health Worker Programs that Support Diabetes Self-Care. J Community Health Nurs 2018; 34:214-228. [PMID: 29023161 DOI: 10.1080/07370016.2017.1369811] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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An integrative review was conducted using PubMed and CINAHL databases to answer: What is known about adult attrition from community health worker (CHW) programs on diabetes self-care? The 14 articles described patients of multiple races who were mainly of lower socioeconomic status. CHW interventions were given in individual meetings and/or group sessions. Incentives to reduce attrition came in different forms. Barriers involved transportation, family obligations, and scheduling conflicts. Attrition from these programs is a multifactorial problem. Alleviating transportation barrier appears to be protective. Program planners should consider these barriers when planning CHW programs.
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- Heidy N Merius
- a School of Nursing, Stony Brook University , Stony Brook , New York
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- a School of Nursing, Stony Brook University , Stony Brook , New York
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Egbujie BA, Delobelle PA, Levitt N, Puoane T, Sanders D, van Wyk B. Role of community health workers in type 2 diabetes mellitus self-management: A scoping review. PLoS One 2018; 13:e0198424. [PMID: 29856846 PMCID: PMC5983553 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0198424] [Citation(s) in RCA: 38] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/06/2017] [Accepted: 05/19/2018] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Globally the number of people with Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) has risen significantly over the last few decades. Aligned to this is a growing use of community health workers (CHWs) to deliver T2DM self-management support with good clinical outcomes especially in High Income Countries (HIC). Evidence and lessons from these interventions can be useful for Low- and Middle-Income countries (LMICs) such as South Africa that are experiencing a marked increase in T2DM prevalence. OBJECTIVES This study aimed to examine how CHW have been utilized to support T2DM self-management globally, their preparation for and supervision to perform their functions. METHOD The review was guided by a stepwise approach outlined in the framework for scoping reviews developed by Arksey and O'Malley. Peer reviewed scientific and grey literature was searched using a string of keywords, selecting English full-text articles published between 2000 and 2015. Articles were selected using inclusion criteria, charted and content analyzed. RESULTS 1008 studies were identified of which 54 full text articles were selected. Most (53) of the selected studies were in HIC and targeted mostly minority populations in low resource settings. CHWs were mostly deployed to provide education, support, and advocacy. Structured curriculum based education was the most frequently reported service provided by CHWs to support T2DM self-management. Support services included informational, emotional, appraisal and instrumental support. Models of CHW care included facility linked nurse-led CHW coordination, facility-linked CHW led coordination and standalone CHW interventions without facility interaction. CONCLUSION CHWs play several roles in T2DM self-management, including structured education, ongoing support and health system advocacy. Preparing and coordinating CHWs for these roles is crucial and needs further research and strengthening.
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- School of Public Health, University of the Western Cape, Cape Town, South Africa
- Chronic Disease Initiative for Africa, Division of Diabetic Medicine and Endocrinology, Department of Medicine, University of Cape Town, Cape Town, South Africa
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- Chronic Disease Initiative for Africa, Division of Diabetic Medicine and Endocrinology, Department of Medicine, University of Cape Town, Cape Town, South Africa
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- School of Public Health, University of the Western Cape, Cape Town, South Africa
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- School of Public Health, University of the Western Cape, Cape Town, South Africa
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- School of Public Health, University of the Western Cape, Cape Town, South Africa
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Terens N, Vecchi S, Bargagli AM, Agabiti N, Mitrova Z, Amato L, Davoli M. Quality improvement strategies at primary care level to reduce inequalities in diabetes care: an equity-oriented systematic review. BMC Endocr Disord 2018; 18:31. [PMID: 29843692 PMCID: PMC5975519 DOI: 10.1186/s12902-018-0260-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/28/2018] [Accepted: 05/16/2018] [Indexed: 12/29/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND There is evidence that disparities exist in diabetes prevalence, access to diabetes care, diabetes-related complications, and the quality of diabetes care. A wide range of interventions has been implemented and evaluated to improve diabetes care. We aimed to review trials of quality improvement (QI) interventions aimed to reduce health inequities among people with diabetes in primary care and to explore the extent to which experimental studies addressed and reported equity issues. METHODS Pubmed, EMBASE, CINAHL, and the Cochrane Library were searched to identify randomized controlled studies published between January 2005 and May 2016. We adopted the PROGRESS Plus framework, as a tool to explore differential effects of QI interventions across sociodemographic and economic factors. RESULTS From 1903 references fifty-eight randomized trials met the inclusion criteria (with 17.786 participants), mostly carried out in USA. The methodological quality was good for all studies. Almost all studies reported the age, gender/sex and race distribution of study participants. The majority of trials additionally used at least one further PROGRESS-Plus factor at baseline, with education being the most commonly used, followed by income (55%). Large variation was observed between these studies for type of interventions, target populations, and outcomes evaluated. Few studies examined differential intervention effects by PROGRESS-plus factors. Existing evidence suggests that some QI intervention delivered in primary care can improve diabetes-related health outcomes in social disadvantaged population subgroups such as ethnic minorities. However, we found very few studies comparing health outcomes between population subgroups and reporting differential effect estimates of QI interventions. CONCLUSIONS This review provides evidence that QI interventions for people with diabetes is feasible to implement and highly acceptable. However, more research is needed to understand their effective components as well as the adoption of an equity-oriented approach in conducting primary studies. Moreover, a wider variety of socio-economic characteristics such as social capital, place of residence, occupation, education, and religion should be addressed.
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- Department of Epidemiology, Lazio Region- ASL Rome1, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Epidemiology, Lazio Region- ASL Rome1, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Epidemiology, Lazio Region- ASL Rome1, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Epidemiology, Lazio Region- ASL Rome1, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Epidemiology, Lazio Region- ASL Rome1, Rome, Italy
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Evaluation of ¡Vivir Mi Vida! to improve health and wellness of rural-dwelling, late middle-aged Latino adults: results of a feasibility and pilot study of a lifestyle intervention. Prim Health Care Res Dev 2018; 19:448-463. [PMID: 29729677 DOI: 10.1017/s1463423617000901] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/04/2023] Open
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AimThe aim of this study was to determine the feasibility and efficacy of a culturally tailored lifestyle intervention, ¡Vivir Mi Vida! (Live My Life!). This intervention was designed to improve the health and well-being of high risk late middle-aged Latino adults and to be implemented in a rural primary care system. BACKGROUND Rural-dwelling Latino adults experience higher rates of chronic disease compared with their urban counterparts, a disparity exacerbated by limited access to healthcare services. Very few lifestyle interventions exist that are both culturally sensitive and compatible for delivery within a non-metropolitan primary care context. METHODS Participants were 37 Latino, Spanish-speaking adults aged 50-64-years-old, recruited from a rural health clinic in the Antelope Valley of California. ¡Vivir Mi Vida! was delivered by a community health worker-occupational therapy team over a 16-week period. Subjective health, lifestyle factors, and cardiometabolic measures were collected pre- and post-intervention. Follow-up interviews and focus groups were held to collect information related to the subjective experiences of key stakeholders and participants.FindingsParticipants demonstrated improvements in systolic blood pressure, sodium and saturated fat intake, and numerous patient-centered outcomes ranging from increased well-being to reduced stress. Although participants were extremely satisfied with the program, stakeholders identified a number of implementation challenges. The findings suggest that a tailored lifestyle intervention led by community health workers and occupational therapists is feasible to implement in a primary care setting and can improve health outcomes in rural-dwelling, late middle-aged Latinos.
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Cho S, Lee H, Kim JH, Lee M, Lee YM. Culturally Adaptive Walking Intervention for Korean-Chinese Female Migrant Workers. Res Theory Nurs Pract 2018; 31:179-196. [PMID: 28482996 DOI: 10.1891/1541-6577.31.2.179] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE Although the literature has commonly cited that development of culturally adaptive interventions is key to improving the health outcomes of culturally and linguistically diverse populations, there have been limited culturally adaptive walking interventions specific to Korean-Chinese (KC) migrants. The objective of this study is to describe the process in development of culturally adaptive walking interventions for KC female migrant workers, using the intervention mapping (IM) method. METHODS The culturally adaptive walking intervention was developed using the IM method, which is a stepwise theory and evidence-based approach for planning interventions. The IM method process has six steps, including needs assessment, formulation of change objectives, selection of theory-based methods and practical strategies, development of an intervention program, development of an adoption and implementation plan, and development of an evaluation design. RESULTS The determinants of walking behavior, including knowledge, self-efficacy, social support, and acculturation, were identified through an extensive literature review, community leader interviews, and a survey of female KC migrant workers. Appropriate intervention methods and strategies were identified based on relevant theories. Acculturation was a determinant of exercise behavior, and various methods to improve cultural adaptation were identified in the context of the lifestyles and working environments of the target population. IMPLICATIONS FOR PRACTICE The IM method provided a foundation for creating a health intervention for KC female migrant workers. This method could easily be useful for health care providers working with other groups.
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Litchman ML, Edelman LS, Donaldson GW. Effect of Diabetes Online Community Engagement on Health Indicators: Cross-Sectional Study. JMIR Diabetes 2018; 3:e8. [PMID: 30291079 PMCID: PMC6238850 DOI: 10.2196/diabetes.8603] [Citation(s) in RCA: 59] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/29/2017] [Revised: 01/31/2018] [Accepted: 02/18/2018] [Indexed: 12/18/2022] Open
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Background Successful diabetes management requires ongoing lifelong self-care and can require that individuals with diabetes become experts in translating care recommendations into real-life day-to-day diabetes self-care strategies. The diabetes online community comprises multiple websites that include social media sites, blogs, and discussion groups for people with diabetes to chat and exchange information. Online communities can provide disease-specific practical advice and emotional support, allow users to share experiences, and encourage self-advocacy and patient empowerment. However, there has been little research about whether diabetes online community use is associated with better diabetes self-care or quality of life. Objective The aim of this study was to survey adults with diabetes who participated in the diabetes online community to better understand and describe who is using the diabetes online community, how they are using it, and whether the use of the diabetes online community was associated with health indicators. Methods We recruited adults diagnosed with diabetes who used at least one of 4 different diabetes-related online communities to complete an online survey. Participants’ demographics, reported glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c), health-related quality of life (SF-12v2), level of diabetes self-care (Self-Care Inventory-Revised), and diabetes online community use (level of intensity and engagement) were collected. We examined the relationships between demographics, diabetes online community use, and health indicators (health-related quality of life, self-care, and HbA1c levels). We used binary logistic regression to determine the extent to which diabetes online community use predicted an HbA1c <7% or ≥7% after controlling statistically for other variables in the model. Results A total of 183 adults participated in this study. Participants were mostly female (71.6%, 131/183), white (95.1%, 174/183), US citizens (82.5%, 151/183), had type 1 diabetes (69.7%, 129/183), with a mean age of 44.7 years (SD 14) and diabetes duration of 18.2 years (SD 14.6). Participants had higher diabetes self-care (P<.001, mean 72.4, SD 12.1) and better health-related quality of life (physical component summary P<.001, mean 64.8, SD 19; mental component summary P<.001, mean 66.6, SD 21.6) when compared with norms for diabetes. Diabetes online community engagement was a strong predictor of A1c, reducing the odds of having an A1c ≥7% by 33.8% for every point increase in diabetes online community engagement (0-5). Our data also indicated that study participants are oftentimes (67.2%, 123/183) not informing their healthcare providers about their diabetes online community use even though most (91.2%, 161/181) are seeing their healthcare provider on a regular basis. Conclusions Our results suggest that individuals highly engaged with diabetes online community are more likely to have better glycemic levels compared with those with lower engagement. Furthermore, diabetes online community users have high health-related quality of life and diabetes self-care levels. Supplementing usual healthcare activities with diabetes online community use may encourage knowledge and support among a population that needs to optimize its diabetes self-care. Further studies are needed to determine how diabetes online community engagement may affect health outcomes.
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- Michelle L Litchman
- College of Nursing, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT, United States.,Utah Diabetes and Endocrinology Center, Salt Lake City, UT, United States
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- College of Nursing, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT, United States
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- College of Nursing, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT, United States.,Department of Anesthesiology, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT, United States
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Litchman ML, Edelman LS, Donaldson GW. Effect of Diabetes Online Community Engagement on Health Indicators: Cross-Sectional Study. JMIR Diabetes 2018. [PMID: 30291079 DOI: 10.2196/diabetes.8603.] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Successful diabetes management requires ongoing lifelong self-care and can require that individuals with diabetes become experts in translating care recommendations into real-life day-to-day diabetes self-care strategies. The diabetes online community comprises multiple websites that include social media sites, blogs, and discussion groups for people with diabetes to chat and exchange information. Online communities can provide disease-specific practical advice and emotional support, allow users to share experiences, and encourage self-advocacy and patient empowerment. However, there has been little research about whether diabetes online community use is associated with better diabetes self-care or quality of life. OBJECTIVE The aim of this study was to survey adults with diabetes who participated in the diabetes online community to better understand and describe who is using the diabetes online community, how they are using it, and whether the use of the diabetes online community was associated with health indicators. METHODS We recruited adults diagnosed with diabetes who used at least one of 4 different diabetes-related online communities to complete an online survey. Participants' demographics, reported glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c), health-related quality of life (SF-12v2), level of diabetes self-care (Self-Care Inventory-Revised), and diabetes online community use (level of intensity and engagement) were collected. We examined the relationships between demographics, diabetes online community use, and health indicators (health-related quality of life, self-care, and HbA1c levels). We used binary logistic regression to determine the extent to which diabetes online community use predicted an HbA1c <7% or ≥7% after controlling statistically for other variables in the model. RESULTS A total of 183 adults participated in this study. Participants were mostly female (71.6%, 131/183), white (95.1%, 174/183), US citizens (82.5%, 151/183), had type 1 diabetes (69.7%, 129/183), with a mean age of 44.7 years (SD 14) and diabetes duration of 18.2 years (SD 14.6). Participants had higher diabetes self-care (P<.001, mean 72.4, SD 12.1) and better health-related quality of life (physical component summary P<.001, mean 64.8, SD 19; mental component summary P<.001, mean 66.6, SD 21.6) when compared with norms for diabetes. Diabetes online community engagement was a strong predictor of A1c, reducing the odds of having an A1c ≥7% by 33.8% for every point increase in diabetes online community engagement (0-5). Our data also indicated that study participants are oftentimes (67.2%, 123/183) not informing their healthcare providers about their diabetes online community use even though most (91.2%, 161/181) are seeing their healthcare provider on a regular basis. CONCLUSIONS Our results suggest that individuals highly engaged with diabetes online community are more likely to have better glycemic levels compared with those with lower engagement. Furthermore, diabetes online community users have high health-related quality of life and diabetes self-care levels. Supplementing usual healthcare activities with diabetes online community use may encourage knowledge and support among a population that needs to optimize its diabetes self-care. Further studies are needed to determine how diabetes online community engagement may affect health outcomes.
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- Michelle L Litchman
- College of Nursing, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT, United States.,Utah Diabetes and Endocrinology Center, Salt Lake City, UT, United States
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- College of Nursing, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT, United States
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- College of Nursing, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT, United States.,Department of Anesthesiology, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT, United States
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Enhancing capacity among faith-based organizations to implement evidence-based cancer control programs: a community-engaged approach. Transl Behav Med 2018; 7:517-528. [PMID: 28733726 DOI: 10.1007/s13142-017-0513-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/19/2022] Open
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Evidence-based interventions (EBIs) to promote cancer control among Latinos have proliferated in recent years, though adoption and implementation of these interventions by faith-based organizations (FBOs) is limited. Capacity building may be one strategy to promote implementation. In this qualitative study, 18 community key informants were interviewed to (a) understand existing capacity for health programming among Catholic parishes, (b) characterize parishes' resource gaps and capacity-building needs implementing cancer control EBIs, and (c) elucidate strategies for delivering capacity-building assistance to parishes to facilitate implementation of EBIs. Semi-structured qualitative interviews were conducted. Key informants concurred about the capacity of Catholic parishes to deliver health programs, and described attributes of parishes that make them strong partners in health promotion initiatives, including a mission to address physical and mental health, outreach to marginalized groups, altruism among members, and existing engagement in health programming. However, resource gaps and capacity building needs were also identified. Specific recommendations participants made about how existing resources might be leveraged to address challenges include to: establish parish wellness committees; provide "hands-on" learning opportunities for parishioners to gain program planning skills; offer continuous, tailored, on-site technical assistance; facilitate relationships between parishes and community resources; and provide financial support for parishes. Leveraging parishes' existing resources and addressing their implementation needs may improve adoption of cancer control EBIs.
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Litchman ML, Rothwell E, Edelman LS. The diabetes online community: Older adults supporting self-care through peer health. PATIENT EDUCATION AND COUNSELING 2018; 101:518-523. [PMID: 28947360 DOI: 10.1016/j.pec.2017.08.023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 64] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/05/2016] [Revised: 08/25/2017] [Accepted: 08/31/2017] [Indexed: 06/07/2023]
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OBJECTIVE The use of the diabetes online community (DOC) is growing across all age groups. The aim of this exploratory study was to describe why older adults participated in the DOC, and how DOC users interacted with their healthcare providers. METHODS Telephone interviews (N=20) were conducted with older adult DOC users (born between 1946 and 1964) living in the United States. Interviews were analyzed using qualitative content analysis adhering to rigor and reproducibility standards. RESULTS Themes that emerged from the data related to DOC participation included: information to improve self-care, emotional support, belonging to a community, validation of information, cause for concern and interaction with healthcare providers. Participants used the DOC for day to day diabetes management advice and healthcare providers for medical information and care. CONCLUSION Participants highly valued the DOC and regarded their participation as a way to increase knowledge to improve self-care and reciprocate emotional support with others for diabetes management. The DOC filled gaps in knowledge and support participants were not able to get elsewhere. PRACTICE IMPLICATIONS The DOC serves as an important source of information and support for individuals with diabetes and may be a cost-effective strategy to augment standard diabetes care.
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- University of Utah College of Nursing, 10 South 2000 East, Salt Lake City, UT, 84112, USA.
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- University of Utah College of Nursing, 10 South 2000 East, Salt Lake City, UT, 84112, USA.
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- University of Utah College of Nursing, 10 South 2000 East, Salt Lake City, UT, 84112, USA.
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Kangovi S, Mitra N, Grande D, Huo H, Smith RA, Long JA. Community Health Worker Support for Disadvantaged Patients With Multiple Chronic Diseases: A Randomized Clinical Trial. Am J Public Health 2017; 107:1660-1667. [PMID: 28817334 PMCID: PMC5607679 DOI: 10.2105/ajph.2017.303985] [Citation(s) in RCA: 139] [Impact Index Per Article: 19.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 06/15/2017] [Indexed: 01/29/2023]
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OBJECTIVES To determine whether a community health worker (CHW) intervention improved outcomes in a low-income population with multiple chronic conditions. METHODS We conducted a single-blind, randomized clinical trial in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (2013-2014). Participants (n = 302) were high-poverty neighborhood residents, uninsured or publicly insured, and diagnosed with 2 or more chronic diseases (diabetes, obesity, tobacco dependence, hypertension). All patients set a disease-management goal. Patients randomly assigned to CHWs also received 6 months of support tailored to their goals and preferences. RESULTS Support from CHWs (vs goal-setting alone) led to improvements in several chronic diseases (changes in glycosylated hemoglobin: -0.4 vs 0.0; body mass index: -0.3 vs -0.1; cigarettes per day: -5.5 vs -1.3; systolic blood pressure: -1.8 vs -11.2; overall P = .08), self-rated mental health (12-item Short Form survey; 2.3 vs -0.2; P = .008), and quality of care (Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems; 62.9% vs 38%; P < .001), while reducing hospitalization at 1 year by 28% (P = .11). There were no differences in patient activation or self-rated physical health. CONCLUSIONS A standardized CHW intervention improved chronic disease control, mental health, quality of care, and hospitalizations and could be a useful population health management tool for health care systems. TRIAL REGISTRATION clinicaltrials.gov identifier: NCT01900470.
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- Shreya Kangovi
- Shreya Kangovi, David Grande, Hairong Huo, Robyn A. Smith, and Judith A. Long are with Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Division of General Internal Medicine, Philadelphia. Nandita Mitra is with Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Department of Biostatistics and Epidemiology
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- Shreya Kangovi, David Grande, Hairong Huo, Robyn A. Smith, and Judith A. Long are with Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Division of General Internal Medicine, Philadelphia. Nandita Mitra is with Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Department of Biostatistics and Epidemiology
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- Shreya Kangovi, David Grande, Hairong Huo, Robyn A. Smith, and Judith A. Long are with Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Division of General Internal Medicine, Philadelphia. Nandita Mitra is with Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Department of Biostatistics and Epidemiology
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- Shreya Kangovi, David Grande, Hairong Huo, Robyn A. Smith, and Judith A. Long are with Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Division of General Internal Medicine, Philadelphia. Nandita Mitra is with Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Department of Biostatistics and Epidemiology
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- Shreya Kangovi, David Grande, Hairong Huo, Robyn A. Smith, and Judith A. Long are with Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Division of General Internal Medicine, Philadelphia. Nandita Mitra is with Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Department of Biostatistics and Epidemiology
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- Shreya Kangovi, David Grande, Hairong Huo, Robyn A. Smith, and Judith A. Long are with Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Division of General Internal Medicine, Philadelphia. Nandita Mitra is with Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Department of Biostatistics and Epidemiology
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Translating Comparative Effectiveness Research Into Practice: Effects of Interventions on Lifestyle, Medication Adherence, and Self-care for Type 2 Diabetes, Hypertension, and Obesity Among Black, Hispanic, and Asian Residents of Chicago and Houston, 2010 to 2013. JOURNAL OF PUBLIC HEALTH MANAGEMENT AND PRACTICE 2017; 23:468-476. [PMID: 28257397 DOI: 10.1097/phh.0000000000000525] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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CONTEXT In the United States, racial/ethnic minorities account for disproportionate disease and death from type 2 diabetes, hypertension, and obesity; however, interventions with measured efficacy in comparative effectiveness research are often not adopted or used widely in those communities. OBJECTIVE To assess implementation and effects of comparative effectiveness research-proven interventions translated for minority communities. DESIGN Mixed-method assessment with pretest-posttest single-group evaluation design. SETTING US Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Minority Health, research contractor, and advisory board; health centers, including a federally qualified community health center in Chicago, Illinois; and public housing facilities for seniors in Houston, Texas. PARTICIPANTS A total of 97 black, Hispanic, and Asian participants with any combination of health care provider-diagnosed type 2 diabetes, hypertension, or obesity. INTERVENTIONS Virtual training institutes where intervention staff learned cultural competency methods of adapting effective interventions. Health educators delivered the Health Empowerment Lifestyle Program (HELP) in Chicago; community pharmacists delivered the MyRx Medication Adherence Program in Houston. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES Participation rates, satisfaction with interventions during January to April 2013, and pre- to postintervention changes in knowledge, diet, and clinical outcomes were analyzed through July 2013. RESULTS In Chicago, 38 patients experienced statistically significant reductions in hemoglobin A1c and systolic blood pressure, increased knowledge of hypertension management, and improved dietary behaviors. In Houston, 38 subsidized housing residents had statistically nonsignificant improvements in knowledge of self-management and adherence to medication for diabetes and hypertension but high levels of participation in pharmacist home visits and group education classes. CONCLUSION Adaptation, adoption, and implementation of HELP and MyRx demonstrated important postintervention changes among racial/ethnic participants in Chicago and Houston. The communities faced similar implementation challenges across settings, targets of change, and cities. Available resources were insufficient to sustain benefits with measurable impact on racial/ethnic disparities beyond the study period. Results suggest the need for implementation studies of longer duration, greater power, and salience to policies and programs that can sustain longterm interventions on a community-wide scale.
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PURPOSE OF REVIEW Successful interventions are needed to diagnose and manage type 2 diabetes (T2DM) in Latin America, a region that is experiencing a significant rise in rates of T2DM. Complementing an earlier review exploring diabetes prevention efforts in Latin America, this scoping review examines the literature on (1) policies and governmental programs intended to improve diabetes diagnosis and treatment in Latin America and (2) interventions to improve diabetes management in Latin America. It concludes with a brief discussion of promising directions for future research. RECENT FINDINGS Governmental policies and programs for the diagnosis and treatment of diabetes in different Latin American countries have been implemented, but their efficacy to date has not been rigorously evaluated. There are some promising intervention approaches in Latin America to manage diabetes that have been evaluated. Some of these utilize multidisciplinary teams, a relatively resource-intensive approach difficult to replicate in low-resource settings. Other evaluated interventions in Latin America have successfully leveraged mobile health tools, trained peer volunteers, and community health workers (CHWs) to improve diabetes management and outcomes. There are some promising approaches and large-scale governmental efforts underway to curb the growing burden of type 2 diabetes in Latin America. While some of these interventions have been rigorously evaluated, further research is warranted to determine their effectiveness, cost, and scalability in this region.
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- Elizabeth Kaselitz
- Department of Global REACH, University of Michigan Medical School, 1111 Catherine Street, Ann Arbor, MI, 48104, USA.
- VA Center for Clinical Management Research (CCMR), Ann Arbor, MI, 48105, USA.
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- Taubman Health Sciences Library, University of Michigan, 1135 East Catherine Street, Ann Arbor, MI, 48109, USA
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- VA Center for Clinical Management Research (CCMR), Ann Arbor, MI, 48105, USA
- Department of Internal Medicine, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, USA
- Department of Health Behavior and Health Education, School of Public Health, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, USA
- Michigan Center for Diabetes Translational Research (MCDTR, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor VA, Ann Arbor, MI, USA
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Kunz S, Ingram M, Piper R, Wu T, Litton N, Brady J, Knudson A. Rural Collaborative Model for Diabetes Prevention and Management: A Case Study. Health Promot Pract 2017; 18:798-805. [PMID: 28673089 DOI: 10.1177/1524839917712730] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Diabetes disproportionately affects racial and ethnic minorities, rural, and impoverished populations. This case study describes the program components and key lessons learned from implementing Vivir Mejor! (Live Better!), a diabetes prevention and management program tailored for the rural, Mexican American population. The program used workforce innovations and multisector partnerships to engage and activate a rural, mostly Hispanic population. Community health worker (CHW) roles were designed to reach and support distinct populations. Promotoras focused exclusively on health education and patient navigators individually coached patients with chronic disease management issues for the high-risk patient population. To extend diabetes health education to the broader community in Santa Cruz County, promotoras trained lay leaders to become peer educators. Multisector partnerships allowed the program to offer health and social services around diabetes care. The partners also supported provider engagement through continuing education workshops and digital story screening to encourage referrals to the program. Multisector partnerships, including partnering with critical access hospitals, for diabetes management and prevention, as well as using different types of CHWs to implement programs that target high- and low-risk populations are innovative and valuable components of the Vivir Mejor! MODEL
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- Susan Kunz
- 1 Mariposa Community Health Center, Nogales, AZ, USA
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- 2 Arizona Prevention Research Center, Tucson, AZ, USA
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- 3 NORC at the University of Chicago, Bethesda, MD, USA
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- 3 NORC at the University of Chicago, Bethesda, MD, USA
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- 3 NORC at the University of Chicago, Bethesda, MD, USA
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- 3 NORC at the University of Chicago, Bethesda, MD, USA
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Aponte J, Jackson TD, Wyka K, Ikechi C. Health effectiveness of community health workers as a diabetes self-management intervention. Diab Vasc Dis Res 2017; 14:316-326. [PMID: 28330385 PMCID: PMC5736005 DOI: 10.1177/1479164117696229] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE To evaluate the health effectiveness of community health workers among three groups (intervention, attentional control and control groups) of Hispanic adults with uncontrolled (HbA1c >8%) type 2 diabetes mellitus. METHODS This was a randomized clinical trial involving 180 English- and Spanish-speaking Hispanic individuals with uncontrolled type 2 diabetes mellitus, 40-74 years of age, who received diabetes care at an outpatient, public, urban hospital. Repeated-measures analysis of variance was used to evaluate the effect of time and group on the primary outcome measure and secondary outcomes. Group differences in the percentage of participants achieving at least 1% reduction in HbA1c levels were assessed using chi-square tests. RESULTS Patients' ages ranged from 44 to 74 years, 40% were male, 97% preferred Spanish and seven Spanish-speaking countries were identified as country of origin. Relative to the control and attentional control groups, the intervention group showed greater HbA1c reduction from baseline to 12 months and was the group with the highest percentage of participants showing 1% or more HbA1c reduction. CONCLUSION Integration of community health workers improved disease control for patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus during the intervention phase. Peer-driven/interactive ways to sustain diabetes control need to be explored.
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MESH Headings
- Adult
- Aged
- Analysis of Variance
- Biomarkers/blood
- Blood Pressure
- Chi-Square Distribution
- Community Health Services
- Community Health Workers
- Delivery of Health Care, Integrated
- Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2/blood
- Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2/diagnosis
- Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2/ethnology
- Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2/therapy
- Down-Regulation
- Female
- Glycated Hemoglobin/metabolism
- Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice/ethnology
- Hispanic or Latino
- Hospitals, Public
- Hospitals, Urban
- Humans
- Male
- Middle Aged
- New York City/epidemiology
- Outpatient Clinics, Hospital
- Patient Education as Topic
- Self-Management/methods
- Time Factors
- Treatment Outcome
- Triglycerides/blood
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- CUNY Graduate School of Public Health & Health Policy, New York, NY, USA
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Impact and acceptability of lay health trainer-led lifestyle interventions delivered in primary care: a mixed method study. Prim Health Care Res Dev 2017; 18:333-343. [DOI: 10.1017/s146342361700010x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022] Open
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AimTo evaluate the impact and acceptability of offering one-to-one lifestyle interventions delivered by lay health trainers in the primary care setting.BackgroundChronic conditions represent major causes of ill-health, avoidable disability, pain and anxiety, and tend to be more prevalent in less affluent groups. This is due, in part, to the link between unhealthy lifestyles and lower socio-economic status, although factors such as poverty, worklessness and social exclusion play a larger role. Lay health trainers were introduced in England with the aim of providing personalised lifestyle advice, support and access to services for people living in disadvantaged areas. There is a body of literature on the effectiveness of lay or community health workers in the management of chronic conditions. However, little is known about their potential to promote lifestyle changes in newly diagnosed patients. An innovative health trainer service was piloted in the primary care setting, to work with people diagnosed with a chronic condition or identified as potentially benefitting from one-to-one support.MethodsA mixed method study design was utilised. Semi-structured interviews and focus groups were conducted with practice staff (n=11) and patients (n=15) from one primary care practice in North East England, United Kingdom. Discussions were audio-recorded and analysed using a thematic content approach. Routinely collected pre-/post-intervention data (n=246 patients at baseline; sample sizes varied at end line) were analysed and appropriate descriptive and summary statistics produced.FindingsThe discussions highlighted a high level of satisfaction with the health trainer model in terms of supporting positive lifestyle changes. Locating the intervention within the practice removed access barriers, particularly for those with long-term conditions. Anecdotal evidence of health improvement was supported by the quantitative analyses, which revealed statistically significant improvements in body mass index, blood pressure, dietary habits, exercise levels, alcohol intake, self-rated health and self-efficacy amongst those who completed the intervention.
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Spence Cagle C, Wells JN. Culturally Sensitive Care: Enlisting Community Partners to Meet Mexican American Caregiver Needs. Clin J Oncol Nurs 2017; 21:E1-E8. [DOI: 10.1188/17.cjon.e1-e8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Flores AL, Isenburg J, Hillard CL, deRosset L, Colen L, Bush T, Mai CT. Folic Acid Education for Hispanic Women: The Promotora de Salud Model. J Womens Health (Larchmt) 2017; 26:186-194. [PMID: 28067585 DOI: 10.1089/jwh.2016.6116] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Although rates of neural tube defects (NTDs) have declined in the United States since fortification, disparities still exist with Hispanic women having the highest risk of giving birth to a baby with a NTD. The Promotora de Salud model using community lay health workers has been shown to be an effective tool for reaching Hispanics for a variety of health topics; however, literature on its effectiveness in folic acid interventions is limited. MATERIALS AND METHODS An intervention using the Promotora de Salud model was implemented in four U.S. counties with large populations of Hispanic women. The study comprised the following: (1) a written pretest survey to establish baseline levels of folic acid awareness, knowledge, and consumption; (2) a small group education intervention along with a 90-day supply of multivitamins; and (3) a postintervention (posttest) assessment conducted 4 months following the intervention. RESULTS Statistically significant differences in pre- and posttests were observed for general awareness about folic acid and vitamins and specific knowledge about the benefits of folic acid. Statistically significant changes were also seen in vitamin consumption and multivitamin consumption. Folic acid supplement consumption increased dramatically by the end of the study. CONCLUSIONS The Promotora de Salud model relies on interpersonal connections forged between promotoras and the communities they serve to help drive positive health behaviors. The findings underscore the positive impact that these interpersonal connections can have on increasing awareness, knowledge, and consumption of folic acid. Utilizing the Promotora de Salud model to reach targeted populations might help organizations successfully implement their programs in a culturally appropriate manner.
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- Alina L Flores
- 1 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities , Atlanta, Georgia
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- 1 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities , Atlanta, Georgia .,2 Carter Consulting, Inc. , Atlanta, Georgia
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- 1 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities , Atlanta, Georgia .,2 Carter Consulting, Inc. , Atlanta, Georgia
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- 4 Healthy Start Coalition of Hillsborough County , Tampa, Florida
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- 5 Episcopal Health Foundation , Houston, Texas
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- 1 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities , Atlanta, Georgia
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Ramírez DM, Vea L, Field JA, Baker PB, Gandolfi AJ, Maier RM. Transferable Training Modules: Building Environmental Education Opportunities With and for Mexican Community Health Workers (Promotores de Salud). FAMILY & COMMUNITY HEALTH 2017; 40:306-315. [PMID: 28323677 PMCID: PMC5562520 DOI: 10.1097/fch.0000000000000111] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/06/2023]
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Community health workers (promotores de salud) have the ability to empower communities to mitigate negative health outcomes. Current training efforts in environmental topics are lacking. This project addressed this gap by developing 4 transferable training modules on environmental health. By applying a series of surveys, interviews, and trainings, we evaluated their relevance. Partners provided favorable feedback for 3 of the 4 modules. It was also learned that the development method could be improved by engaging technically trained promotores de salud in the role of co-creators. This project has implications for environmental justice communities as it can lessen information disparities.
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- Denise Moreno Ramírez
- Department of Soil, Water and Environmental Science, Superfund Research Program (Ms Ramírez and Dr Maier), Department of Chemical and Environmental Engineering, Superfund Research Program (Dr Field), Department of Entomology (Dr Baker), and College of Pharmacy (Dr Gandolfi), University of Arizona, Tucson; and Sonora Environmental Research Institute, Inc, Tucson, Arizona (Ms Vea)
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Allen JD, Leyva B, Hilaire DM, Reich AJ, Martinez LS. Priorities, concerns and unmet needs among Haitians in Boston after the 2010 earthquake. HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE IN THE COMMUNITY 2016; 24:687-698. [PMID: 25736232 PMCID: PMC5053234 DOI: 10.1111/hsc.12217] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 01/11/2015] [Indexed: 06/04/2023]
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In January 2010, a massive earthquake struck Haiti. The devastation not only affected those living in Haiti at the time but also those Haitians living in the United States (U.S.). Few studies have assessed the degree of impact of the earthquake in U.S. Haitian communities. The purpose of this study was to elicit information about health priorities, concerns and resources needed to improve the delivery of health and social care for Haitians in Boston, MA. We conducted six focus groups among 78 individuals in the spring of 2011. Participants were recruited through community organisations, including churches, Haitian social service centres, restaurants and by word of mouth. Analysis of qualitative data revealed an enormous psychological, emotional, financial and physical toll experienced by Boston-area Haitians following the earthquake. Participants described increased distress, depressive episodes, headaches and financial hardship. They also noted insufficient resources to meet the increased needs of those living in the U.S., and those who had immigrated after the earthquake. Most participants cited an increased need for mental health services, as well as assistance with finding employment, navigating the immigration system, and balancing the health and financial needs of families in the U.S. and in Haiti. Despite this, many reported that the tragedy created a sense of unity and solidarity within the Haitian community. These findings corroborate the need for culturally and linguistically appropriate mental health services, as well as for employment, immigration and healthcare navigation services. Participants suggested that interventions be offered through Haitian radio and television stations, as well as group events held in churches. Further research should assess the need for and barriers to utilisation of mental health services among the Haitian community. A multi-faceted approach that includes a variety of outreach strategies implemented through multiple channels may offer a means of improving awareness of and access to health and social services.
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- Jennifer D Allen
- Center for Community-Based Research, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, Massachusetts, USA.
- Department of Public Health and Community Medicine, Tufts University, Medford, Massachusetts, USA.
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- The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University, Rhode Island, USA
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- University of Massachusetts Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- Community Health, Tufts University, Medford, Massachusetts, USA
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- Department of Public Health and Community Medicine, Tufts University, Medford, Massachusetts, USA
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Zhao FF, Suhonen R, Koskinen S, Leino-Kilpi H. Theory-based self-management educational interventions on patients with type 2 diabetes: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. J Adv Nurs 2016; 73:812-833. [PMID: 27681948 DOI: 10.1111/jan.13163] [Citation(s) in RCA: 51] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 09/06/2016] [Indexed: 01/19/2023]
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AIM To synthesize the effects of theory-based self-management educational interventions on patients with type 2 diabetes (T2DM) in randomized controlled trials. BACKGROUND Type 2 diabetes is a common chronic disease causing complications that put a heavy burden on society and reduce the quality of life of patients. Good self-management of diabetes can prevent complications and improve the quality of life of T2DM patients. DESIGN Systematic review with meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials following Cochrane methods. DATA RESOURCES A literature search was carried out in the MEDLINE, EMBASE, CINAHL, PSYCINFO, and Web of Science databases (1980-April 2015). REVIEW METHODS The risk of bias of these eligible studies was assessed independently by two authors using the Cochrane Collaboration's tool. The Publication bias of the main outcomes was examined. Statistical heterogeneity and random-effects model were used for meta-analysis. RESULTS Twenty studies with 5802 participants met the inclusion criteria. The interventions in the studies were based on one or more theories which mostly belong to mid-range theories. The pooled main outcomes by random-effects model showed significant improvements in HbA1c, self-efficacy, and diabetes knowledge, but not in BMI. As for quality of life, no conclusions can be drawn as the pooled outcome became the opposite with reduced heterogeneity after one study was excluded. No significant publication bias was found in the main outcomes. CONCLUSION To get theory-based interventions to produce more effects, the role of patients should be more involved and stronger and the education team should be trained beyond the primary preparation for the self-management education program.
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- Department of Nursing Science, Faculty of Medicine, University of Turku, Finland.,School of Nursing of Nantong University, China
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- Department of Nursing Science, Faculty of Medicine, University of Turku, Finland.,Turku University Hospital and City of Turku, Welfare Dicision, Finland
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- Department of Nursing Science, Faculty of Medicine, University of Turku, Finland
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- Department of Nursing Science, Faculty of Medicine, University of Turku, Finland.,Turku University Hospital, Finland
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Chrvala CA, Sherr D, Lipman RD. Diabetes self-management education for adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus: A systematic review of the effect on glycemic control. PATIENT EDUCATION AND COUNSELING 2016; 99:926-43. [PMID: 26658704 DOI: 10.1016/j.pec.2015.11.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 512] [Impact Index Per Article: 64.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/08/2015] [Revised: 10/16/2015] [Accepted: 11/05/2015] [Indexed: 05/25/2023]
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OBJECTIVE Assess effect of diabetes self-management education and support methods, providers, duration, and contact time on glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes. METHOD We searched MEDLINE, CINAHL, EMBASE, ERIC, and PsycINFO to December 2013 for interventions which included elements to improve participants' knowledge, skills, and ability to perform self-management activities as well as informed decision-making around goal setting. RESULTS This review included 118 unique interventions, with 61.9% reporting significant changes in A1C. Overall mean reduction in A1C was 0.74 and 0.17 for intervention and control groups; an average absolute reduction in A1C of 0.57. A combination of group and individual engagement results in the largest decreases in A1C (0.88). Contact hours ≥10 were associated with a greater proportion of interventions with significant reduction in A1C (70.3%). In patients with persistently elevated glycemic values (A1C>9), a greater proportion of studies reported statistically significant reduction in A1C (83.9%). CONCLUSIONS This systematic review found robust data demonstrating that engagement in diabetes self-management education results in a statistically significant decrease in A1C levels. PRACTICE IMPLICATIONS The data suggest mode of delivery, hours of engagement, and baseline A1C can affect the likelihood of achieving statistically significant and clinically meaningful improvement in A1C.
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- American Association of Diabetes Educators, 200 W. Madison Street, Chicago, IL 60606, USA.
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- American Association of Diabetes Educators, 200 W. Madison Street, Chicago, IL 60606, USA.
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Creamer J, Attridge M, Ramsden M, Cannings-John R, Hawthorne K. Culturally appropriate health education for Type 2 diabetes in ethnic minority groups: an updated Cochrane Review of randomized controlled trials. Diabet Med 2016. [PMID: 26202820 DOI: 10.1111/dme.12865] [Citation(s) in RCA: 61] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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AIMS To give an updated perspective of interventions from additional data collected since our first review, conducted in 2008. BACKGROUND This updated Cochrane Review incorporates new information from recent randomized controlled trials on culturally appropriate diabetes health education interventions. METHODS An electronic literature search of six databases was repeated, with databases of ongoing trials checked and three journals hand-searched. Meta-analysis was carried out for sufficiently homogeneous outcomes, and common themes among trials were highlighted. RESULTS A total of 22 new trials were added to the original 11. Meta-analysis of 28 trials containing suitable data showed significant improvements in glycaemic control (HbA1c ) and diabetes knowledge over a period of 24 months, after the delivery of culturally appropriate education to participants, compared with those receiving 'conventional' care. There were no consistent benefits over the control group in other selected outcome measures, and lack of data continued to make analysis of several outcome measures difficult. CONCLUSIONS Research activity in this field has increased considerably over the past 6 years, with culturally appropriate diabetes education showing consistent benefits over conventional care in terms of glycaemic control and diabetes knowledge, sustained in the short- to mid-term. Further research is needed to determine the clinical significance of these improvements and their cost-effectiveness.
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- J Creamer
- Cardiff University School of Medicine, Cardiff University, Cardiff, UK
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- Cardiff University School of Medicine, Cardiff University, Cardiff, UK
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- Cardiff University School of Medicine, Cardiff University, Cardiff, UK
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- Cardiff University School of Medicine, Cardiff University, Cardiff, UK
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- Cardiff University School of Medicine, Cardiff University, Cardiff, UK
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Zhang X, Yang S, Sun K, Fisher EB, Sun X. How to achieve better effect of peer support among adults with type 2 diabetes: A meta-analysis of randomized clinical trials. PATIENT EDUCATION AND COUNSELING 2016; 99:186-197. [PMID: 26463156 DOI: 10.1016/j.pec.2015.09.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 44] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/22/2015] [Revised: 09/25/2015] [Accepted: 09/27/2015] [Indexed: 06/05/2023]
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To study the effects of peer support on glycemic control and examine effects of different providers and types of support, intervention duration and effect duration.
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- Xuxi Zhang
- Public Heath School, Health Science Center, Peking University, Beijing, China
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- Public Heath School, Health Science Center, Peking University, Beijing, China
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- Public Heath School, Health Science Center, Peking University, Beijing, China
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- Gillings School of Global Public Health, University of North Carolina, USA
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- Public Heath School, Health Science Center, Peking University, Beijing, China.
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Shommu NS, Ahmed S, Rumana N, Barron GRS, McBrien KA, Turin TC. What is the scope of improving immigrant and ethnic minority healthcare using community navigators: A systematic scoping review. Int J Equity Health 2016; 15:6. [PMID: 26768130 PMCID: PMC4714538 DOI: 10.1186/s12939-016-0298-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 49] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/20/2015] [Accepted: 01/07/2016] [Indexed: 12/27/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION Immigrants are among the most vulnerable population groups in North America; they face multidimensional hurdles to obtain proper healthcare. Such barriers result in increased risk of developing acute and chronic conditions. Subsequently a great deal of burden is placed on the healthcare system. Community navigator programs are designed to provide culturally sensitive guidance to vulnerable populations in order to overcome barriers to accessing healthcare. Navigators are healthcare workers who support patients to obtain appropriate healthcare. This scoping review systematically searches and summarizes the literature on community navigators to help immigrant and ethnic minority groups in Canada and the United States overcome barriers to healthcare. METHODS We systematically searched electronic databases for primary articles and grey literature. Study selection was performed following the preferred reporting items for systematic reviews and meta-analyses (PRISMA) statement. Articles were selected based on four criteria: (1) the study population was comprised of immigrants or ethnic minorities living in Canada or the United States; (2) study outcomes were related to chronic disease management or primary care access; (3) the study reported effects of community navigator intervention; (4) the study was published in English. Relevant information from the articles was extracted and reported in the review. RESULT Only one study was found in the literature that focused on navigators for immigrants in Canada. In contrast, 29 articles were found that reported navigator intervention programs for immigrant minorities in the United States. In these studies navigators trained and guided members of several ethnic communities for chronic disease prevention and management, to undertake cancer screening as well as accessing primary healthcare. The studies reported substantial improvement in the immigrant and ethnic minority health outcomes in the United States. The single Canadian study also reported positive outcome of navigators among immigrant women. CONCLUSION Navigator interventions have not been fully explored in Canada, where as, there have been many studies in the United States and these demonstrated significant improvements in immigrant health outcomes. With many immigrants arriving in Canada each year, community navigators may provide a solution to reduce the existing healthcare barriers and support better health outcomes for new comers.
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- Nusrat Sharmeen Shommu
- Department of Family Medicine, Room G012F, Health Sciences Center, University of Calgary, 3330 Hospital Drive Northwest, Calgary, AB, T2N 4N1, Canada.
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- Department of Family Medicine, Room G012F, Health Sciences Center, University of Calgary, 3330 Hospital Drive Northwest, Calgary, AB, T2N 4N1, Canada.
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- Sleep Center, Foothills Medical Center, University of Calgary, 1403 29 Street NW, Calgary, AB, Canada.
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- Department of Family Medicine, Room G012F, Health Sciences Center, University of Calgary, 3330 Hospital Drive Northwest, Calgary, AB, T2N 4N1, Canada.
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- Department of Family Medicine, Room G012F, Health Sciences Center, University of Calgary, 3330 Hospital Drive Northwest, Calgary, AB, T2N 4N1, Canada. .,Department of Community Health Sciences, University of Calgary, 3280 Hospital Drive Northwest, Calgary, AB, T2N 4Z6, Canada.
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- Department of Family Medicine, Room G012F, Health Sciences Center, University of Calgary, 3330 Hospital Drive Northwest, Calgary, AB, T2N 4N1, Canada. .,Department of Community Health Sciences, University of Calgary, 3280 Hospital Drive Northwest, Calgary, AB, T2N 4Z6, Canada.
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Pillay J, Armstrong MJ, Butalia S, Donovan LE, Sigal RJ, Vandermeer B, Chordiya P, Dhakal S, Hartling L, Nuspl M, Featherstone R, Dryden DM. Behavioral Programs for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus: A Systematic Review and Network Meta-analysis. Ann Intern Med 2015; 163:848-60. [PMID: 26414227 DOI: 10.7326/m15-1400] [Citation(s) in RCA: 160] [Impact Index Per Article: 17.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Behavioral programs may improve outcomes for individuals with type 2 diabetes mellitus, but there is a large diversity of behavioral interventions and uncertainty about how to optimize the effectiveness of these programs. PURPOSE To identify factors moderating the effectiveness of behavioral programs for adults with type 2 diabetes. DATA SOURCES 6 databases (1993 to January 2015), conference proceedings (2011 to 2014), and reference lists. STUDY SELECTION Duplicate screening and selection of 132 randomized, controlled trials evaluating behavioral programs compared with usual care, active controls, or other behavioral programs. DATA EXTRACTION One reviewer extracted and another verified data. Two reviewers independently assessed risk of bias. DATA SYNTHESIS Behavioral programs were grouped on the basis of program content and delivery methods. A Bayesian network meta-analysis showed that most lifestyle and diabetes self-management education and support programs (usually offering ≥ 11 contact hours) led to clinically important improvements in glycemic control (≥ 0.4% reduction in hemoglobin A1c [HbA1c]), whereas most diabetes self-management education programs without added support-especially those offering 10 or fewer contact hours-provided little benefit. Programs with higher effect sizes were more often delivered in person than via technology. Lifestyle programs led to the greatest reductions in body mass index. Reductions in HbA1c seemed to be greater for participants with a baseline HbA1c level of 7.0% or greater, adults younger than 65 years, and minority persons (subgroups with ≥ 75% nonwhite participants). LIMITATIONS All trials had medium or high risk of bias. Subgroup analyses were indirect, and therefore exploratory. Most outcomes were reported immediately after the interventions. CONCLUSION Diabetes self-management education offering 10 or fewer hours of contact with delivery personnel provided little benefit. Behavioral programs seem to benefit persons with suboptimal or poor glycemic control more than those with good control. PRIMARY FUNDING SOURCE Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality. (PROSPERO registration number: CRD42014010515).
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- Jennifer Pillay
- From the University of Alberta Evidence-based Practice Center, University of Alberta, Edmonton, and Alberta Health Services, Calgary Zone, and University of Calgary, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
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- From the University of Alberta Evidence-based Practice Center, University of Alberta, Edmonton, and Alberta Health Services, Calgary Zone, and University of Calgary, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
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- From the University of Alberta Evidence-based Practice Center, University of Alberta, Edmonton, and Alberta Health Services, Calgary Zone, and University of Calgary, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
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- From the University of Alberta Evidence-based Practice Center, University of Alberta, Edmonton, and Alberta Health Services, Calgary Zone, and University of Calgary, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
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- From the University of Alberta Evidence-based Practice Center, University of Alberta, Edmonton, and Alberta Health Services, Calgary Zone, and University of Calgary, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
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- From the University of Alberta Evidence-based Practice Center, University of Alberta, Edmonton, and Alberta Health Services, Calgary Zone, and University of Calgary, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
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- From the University of Alberta Evidence-based Practice Center, University of Alberta, Edmonton, and Alberta Health Services, Calgary Zone, and University of Calgary, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
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- From the University of Alberta Evidence-based Practice Center, University of Alberta, Edmonton, and Alberta Health Services, Calgary Zone, and University of Calgary, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
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- From the University of Alberta Evidence-based Practice Center, University of Alberta, Edmonton, and Alberta Health Services, Calgary Zone, and University of Calgary, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
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- From the University of Alberta Evidence-based Practice Center, University of Alberta, Edmonton, and Alberta Health Services, Calgary Zone, and University of Calgary, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
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- From the University of Alberta Evidence-based Practice Center, University of Alberta, Edmonton, and Alberta Health Services, Calgary Zone, and University of Calgary, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
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- From the University of Alberta Evidence-based Practice Center, University of Alberta, Edmonton, and Alberta Health Services, Calgary Zone, and University of Calgary, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
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Ayala GX, Ibarra L, Cherrington AL, Parada H, Horton L, Ji M, Elder JP. Puentes hacia una mejor vida (Bridges to a Better Life): Outcome of a Diabetes Control Peer Support Intervention. Ann Fam Med 2015; 13 Suppl 1:S9-17. [PMID: 26304977 PMCID: PMC4648133 DOI: 10.1370/afm.1807] [Citation(s) in RCA: 33] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/09/2022] Open
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PURPOSE Peer support can promote diabetes control, yet research on feasible and effective peer support models is lacking. This randomized controlled trial tested a volunteer-based model of peer support for diabetes control. METHODS Thirty-four volunteer peer leaders were recruited and trained to provide support to 5 to 8 patients each through telephone contact, in-person, individual, and group support. Planned dose was 8 contacts, preferably in the first 6 months. Patients with uncontrolled diabetes were randomly sampled from the medical records of 3 community clinics. After a baseline interview and medical records review to obtain baseline values for the primary outcome, HbA1c, 336 patient participants were randomly assigned to a 12-month peer support intervention or usual care. The assessment protocol was repeated at 6 and 12 months after baseline. RESULTS Thirty peer leaders delivered an average of 4 contacts each per assigned participant (range 1-24). Despite the lack of intervention fidelity, the intervention was effective at reducing glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c) among intervention as compared with usual care participants (P=0.05). Similar trends were observed in frequency of meeting fruit and vegetable guidelines (P =0.09), a secondary outcome. Counterintuitively, usual care participants reported checking their feet more days out of 7 than intervention participants (P =0.03). CONCLUSIONS Given the modest changes we observed, combined with other evidence for peer support to promote diabetes control, additional research is needed on how to modify the system of care to increase the level of peer support delivered by volunteers.
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- Guadalupe X Ayala
- San Diego State University College of Health and Human Services and Institute for Behavioral and Community Health, San Diego State University Research Foundation, San Diego, California
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- Department of Medicine, School of Medicine, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, Alabama
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- Institute for Behavioral and Community Health, San Diego State University Research Foundation, San Diego, California
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- University of South Florida College of Nursing, Tampa, Florida
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- San Diego State University College of Health and Human Services and Institute for Behavioral and Community Health, San Diego State University Research Foundation, San Diego, California
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