by Gregory Gaskin | Mar 14, 2016
Abstract Summary: Background. Although today’s youth are interested in using the internet to access and manage information related to their health, little information exists about parental attitudes towards the release of health information to adolescents. Methods....
by Susan J. Auger | Dec 1, 2015
Abstract Summary: Objective: The objective of this research was to examine the effectiveness of a participatory prenatal education program for low-income Latinas. Lay health educators facilitated groups using photonovels and experiential learning activities. Methods:...
by Leana S. Wen | Jun 25, 2015
Abstract Summary: Existing research on the patient experience has focused on patients in the hospital and other medical settings. We investigate the perceptions of people who may not self-identify as being patients. This innovative approach of the “street study” aims...
by Michelle Marie Jacob | May 30, 2015
Abstract American Indians suffer disproportional disease burden from chronic conditions such as Type 2 diabetes (hereinafter “diabetes”). In response to this health crisis, the United States Congress implemented the Special Diabetes Program for Indians (SDPI), a...
by Rebecca B. McKenzie | May 22, 2015
Abstract Summary: Background: In solid organ transplant patients, non-participation in all aspects of the medical regimen is a prevalent problem associated with adverse consequences particularly in the adolescent and young adult (AYA) age group. This study is the...
by Serena Barello | Jun 11, 2014
Abstract Summary: Objective: Despite the growing acknowledgement of the value of engaging patients in their health care, the term “patient engagement” is at risk of becoming nothing more than a “hot buzz phrase,” as it lacks a shared definition and, consequently,...