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View article: Examining the Role of Discrimination in Prenatal Care Utilization: A Systematic Review Using the Social‐Ecological Model
Examining the Role of Discrimination in Prenatal Care Utilization: A Systematic Review Using the Social‐Ecological Model Open
Timely and adequate prenatal care (PNC) is essential for optimizing maternal and infant health outcomes. However, persistent disparities in PNC utilization exist in the United States, particularly among ethnic/racial minority populations. …
View article: Examining the Role of Race in Maternal Morbidities and Adverse Infant Birth Outcomes in Florida (2004 to 2022) – A Retrospective Exploratory Analysis
Examining the Role of Race in Maternal Morbidities and Adverse Infant Birth Outcomes in Florida (2004 to 2022) – A Retrospective Exploratory Analysis Open
Background Studies reporting maternal morbidities and adverse infant outcomes group Hispanics together without considering the implications of racial identity, particularly among Black Hispanics in the United States. Objective This study a…
View article: Do You Speak English or Spanish? Language as a Predictor of Health Outcomes Among Hispanic Adolescents
Do You Speak English or Spanish? Language as a Predictor of Health Outcomes Among Hispanic Adolescents Open
Language is our primary tool for communication and a salient component of acculturation status among Hispanic populations. Importantly, language is associated with behavioral health outcomes and can identify and confront health disparities…
View article: The Role of Baby-Friendly Designated Hospitals in Breastfeeding Initiation Across Racial/Ethnic Groups in Florida
The Role of Baby-Friendly Designated Hospitals in Breastfeeding Initiation Across Racial/Ethnic Groups in Florida Open
View article: Adverse Birth Outcomes and Maternal Morbidity Among Afro-Latinas and Their Infants: A Systematic Literature Review
Adverse Birth Outcomes and Maternal Morbidity Among Afro-Latinas and Their Infants: A Systematic Literature Review Open
View article: The Health of the Hispanic/Latino Population in the United States
The Health of the Hispanic/Latino Population in the United States Open
View article: Social Justice Is Overdue for Puerto Rican Mothers
Social Justice Is Overdue for Puerto Rican Mothers Open
View article: <i>Pa’Lante, Pa’tras ni Para Coger Impulso</i>: The Future of Hispanic or Latino Health and Research
<i>Pa’Lante, Pa’tras ni Para Coger Impulso</i>: The Future of Hispanic or Latino Health and Research Open
View article: Child Care Center Staff Readiness to Change in an Early Childhood Obesity Prevention Program
Child Care Center Staff Readiness to Change in an Early Childhood Obesity Prevention Program Open
Context: The childcare center (CCC) setting has the potential to be a strong foundation that supports the introduction of sustainable healthy lifestyle behaviors to prevent childhood obesity. It is important to assess barriers and facilita…
View article: Correction: The Role of Intervention Fidelity, Culture, and Individual-Level Factors on Health-Related Outcomes Among Hispanic Adolescents with Unhealthy Weight: Findings from a Longitudinal Intervention Trial
Correction: The Role of Intervention Fidelity, Culture, and Individual-Level Factors on Health-Related Outcomes Among Hispanic Adolescents with Unhealthy Weight: Findings from a Longitudinal Intervention Trial Open
View article: Health status of childcare center providers in a COVID-19 hotspot
Health status of childcare center providers in a COVID-19 hotspot Open
BACKGROUND: Childcare center providers in Miami-Dade County, Florida a COVID-19 hotspot, are made up almost entirely of ethnic minority women. This is a critical frontline staff that is now encountering the triple threat of respiratory ill…
View article: The Role of Intervention Fidelity, Culture, and Individual-Level Factors on Health-Related Outcomes Among Hispanic Adolescents with Unhealthy Weight: Findings from a Longitudinal Intervention Trial
The Role of Intervention Fidelity, Culture, and Individual-Level Factors on Health-Related Outcomes Among Hispanic Adolescents with Unhealthy Weight: Findings from a Longitudinal Intervention Trial Open
View article: Latinas and Maternal and Child Health: Research, Policy, and Representation
Latinas and Maternal and Child Health: Research, Policy, and Representation Open
View article: “Ganja Mamas”: Online discussions about cannabis use in pregnancy
“Ganja Mamas”: Online discussions about cannabis use in pregnancy Open
View article: Relationship between teacher fidelity to an early childhood obesity prevention program and the Child care center nutrition and physical activity environment
Relationship between teacher fidelity to an early childhood obesity prevention program and the Child care center nutrition and physical activity environment Open
View article: Racial/ethnic differences in maternal feeding practices and beliefs at 6 months postpartum
Racial/ethnic differences in maternal feeding practices and beliefs at 6 months postpartum Open
Objective: To examine racial/ethnic differences in maternal feeding practices and beliefs in a sample of low-income smoke-exposed women. Design: Cross-sectional analysis using data collected during a randomised control trial. Maternal feed…
View article: Cluster-randomised trial of the impact of an obesity prevention intervention on childcare centre nutrition and physical activity environment over 2 years
Cluster-randomised trial of the impact of an obesity prevention intervention on childcare centre nutrition and physical activity environment over 2 years Open
Objective: The prevalence of obesity among pre-school-aged children in the USA remains unacceptably high. Here, we examine the impact of Healthy Caregivers-Healthy Children (HC2) Phase 2, a childcare centre (CCC)-based obesity prevention i…
View article: A qualitative study of cognitive, behavioral, and environmental influences on Hispanic mothers’ early childhood feeding practices
A qualitative study of cognitive, behavioral, and environmental influences on Hispanic mothers’ early childhood feeding practices Open
View article: 1034 Are socioeconomically disadvantaged pregnant patients disproportionally infected by SARS-CoV-2 virus?
1034 Are socioeconomically disadvantaged pregnant patients disproportionally infected by SARS-CoV-2 virus? Open
View article: Results of a Family-Based Intervention Promoting Healthy Weight Strategies in Overweight Hispanic Adolescents and Parents: An RCT
Results of a Family-Based Intervention Promoting Healthy Weight Strategies in Overweight Hispanic Adolescents and Parents: An RCT Open
View article: An Implementation Approach Comparison of a Child Care Center-Based Obesity Prevention Program
An Implementation Approach Comparison of a Child Care Center-Based Obesity Prevention Program Open
Objective: To compare the effectiveness of the Healthy Caregivers-Healthy Children (HC2) phase 1 (2011–2014) and 2 (2015–2018) child care center (CCC)-based obesity prevention intervention(s) on child dietary practices and body mass index …
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View article: Comparison of Early Life Obesity-Related Risk and Protective Factors in Non-Hispanic Black Subgroups
Comparison of Early Life Obesity-Related Risk and Protective Factors in Non-Hispanic Black Subgroups Open
View article: Family Mealtime Communication in Single- and Dual-Headed Households Among Hispanic Adolescents With Overweight and Obesity
Family Mealtime Communication in Single- and Dual-Headed Households Among Hispanic Adolescents With Overweight and Obesity Open
View article: “Am I doing this wrong?” Breastfeeding mothers' use of an online forum
“Am I doing this wrong?” Breastfeeding mothers' use of an online forum Open
As mothers seek out information around breastfeeding, many are turning to online message boards, listservs, or social media for advice. Babycenter.com , a parenting website with widespread use, hosts a Breastfeeding Support and Help commun…
View article: Psychometric properties of an abbreviated Childhood Family Mealtime Questionnaire among overweight and obese Hispanic adolescents
Psychometric properties of an abbreviated Childhood Family Mealtime Questionnaire among overweight and obese Hispanic adolescents Open
View article: Effects of parent-adolescent reported family functioning discrepancy on physical activity and diet among Hispanic youth.
Effects of parent-adolescent reported family functioning discrepancy on physical activity and diet among Hispanic youth. Open
Research has shown that family functioning has been positively associated with physical activity and dietary intake, both of which are obesity-related risk factors. The most widely practiced methodological approach to assessing this constr…
View article: Effect of a Community Health Worker Intervention Among Latinos With Poorly Controlled Type 2 Diabetes
Effect of a Community Health Worker Intervention Among Latinos With Poorly Controlled Type 2 Diabetes Open
clinicaltrials.gov Identifier: NCT01152957.
View article: Grandparent involvement and children’s health outcomes: The current state of the literature.
Grandparent involvement and children’s health outcomes: The current state of the literature. Open
Based on this review, it is clear that grandparents are involved in caretaking for children across many cultures but to understand their role in children's health outcomes, more systematic and longitudinal research needs to be conducted. (…
View article: A profile of Latinos with poorly controlled diabetes in South Florida
A profile of Latinos with poorly controlled diabetes in South Florida Open
In a diverse population of Latinos with poorly controlled diabetes in Miami, we found high rates of depression, obesity, medication non-adherence, poor self-efficacy, and provider communication. These may contribute to poor diabetes contro…