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The Association of Sexual Minority Status with the Prevalence, Diagnosis, and Treatment of Depression among NYC Adults. 性少数群体身份与纽约市成年人抑郁症患病率、诊断和治疗的关系。

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Journal of Community Health Pub Date : 2024-12-01 Epub Date: 2024-02-27 DOI: 10.1007/s10900-024-01336-7

Danylo Orlov, Rose Calixte

{"title":"The Association of Sexual Minority Status with the Prevalence, Diagnosis, and Treatment of Depression among NYC Adults.","authors":"Danylo Orlov, Rose Calixte","doi":"10.1007/s10900-024-01336-7","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s10900-024-01336-7","url":null,"abstract":"Major depressive disorder (MDD) is a common mental health disorder with a lifetime prevalence of 20.6% among United States (US) adults. Multiple US surveys have shown a consistently higher burden of mental health struggles among lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, and questioning (LGBTQ+) adults compared to non-LGBTQ+ adults. However, it is not known whether diagnosis and treatment for those adults who do report symptoms of MDD differ based on sexual orientation. We test for differences in prevalence, diagnosis, and treatment of MDD in sexual minorities using appropriate multivariable logistic regression using the New York City Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NYC HANES). About 10% of NYC adults (≥ 20 years old) self-identify as a sexual minority and 8.5% of adults in NYC have MDD based on the Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-9) score. Significantly higher proportion of sexual minorities in NYC have depression compared to non-sexual minorities (17.7% vs. 7.6%, p = 0.01). In the multivariable model, sexual minorities were 2.33 (CI = [1.24-4.39], p = 0.009) times more likely to have depression compared to non-sexual minorities. Additionally, people with multimorbidity were more likely to be diagnosed for depression (OR = 3.78, CI = [1.33, 10.75], p = 0.013). Disparities exist in the prevalence, diagnosis, and treatment of MDD in NYC adults. Targeted outreach toward the LGBTQ + community should be considered by public health officials when designing primary and secondary prevention programs for depression.","PeriodicalId":15550,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Community Health","volume":" ","pages":"954-958"},"PeriodicalIF":3.9,"publicationDate":"2024-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139983054","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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The Influence of the COVID 19 Pandemic on Food Insecurity Among Cancer Survivors Across New York State. COVID 19 大流行对纽约州癌症幸存者粮食不安全状况的影响》（The Influence of the COVID 19 Pandemic on Food Insecurity Among Cancer Survivors Across New York State）。

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Journal of Community Health Pub Date : 2024-12-01 Epub Date: 2024-04-29 DOI: 10.1007/s10900-024-01358-1

Marlene Camacho-Rivera, Katherine Haile, Eshani Pareek, Debra D'Angelo, Francesca Gany, Francesca Maglione, Kellie Jack, Alexina Cather, Erica Phillips

{"title":"The Influence of the COVID 19 Pandemic on Food Insecurity Among Cancer Survivors Across New York State.","authors":"Marlene Camacho-Rivera, Katherine Haile, Eshani Pareek, Debra D'Angelo, Francesca Gany, Francesca Maglione, Kellie Jack, Alexina Cather, Erica Phillips","doi":"10.1007/s10900-024-01358-1","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s10900-024-01358-1","url":null,"abstract":"People surviving cancer represent a particularly vulnerable population who are at a higher risk for food insecurity (FI) due to the adverse short- and long-term effects of cancer treatment. This analysis examines the influence of the COVID-19 pandemic on the prevalence of FI among cancer survivors across New York State (NYS). Data from the 2019 and 2021 NYS Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) were used to estimate the prevalence of FI. Multivariable logistic regression was used to explore socioeconomic determinants of FI. Among cancer survivors, FI varied geographically with a higher prevalence in New York City compared to the rest of the state (ROS) prior to (25.3% vs. 13.8%; p = .0025) and during the pandemic (27.35% vs. 18.52%; p = 0.0206). In the adjusted logistic regression model, pre-pandemic FI was associated with non-White race (OR 2.30 [CI 1.16-4.56]), household income <$15,000 (OR 22.67 [CI 6.39-80.43]) or $15,000 to less than <$25,000 (OR 22.99 [CI 6.85-77.12]), and more co-morbidities (OR 1.39 [CI 1.09-1.77]). During the pandemic, the association of FI with non-White race (OR 1.76 [CI 0.98-3.16]) was attenuated but remained significant for low household income and more co-morbidities. FI was newly associated with being out of work for less than one year (OR 6.36 [CI 1.80-22.54] and having one (OR 4.42 [CI 1.77-11.07]) or two or more children in the household (OR 4.54 [CI 1.78-11.63]). Our findings highlight geographic inequities and key determinants of FI among cancer survivors that are amendable to correction by public health and social policies, for which several were momentarily implemented during the pandemic.","PeriodicalId":15550,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Community Health","volume":" ","pages":"1033-1043"},"PeriodicalIF":3.9,"publicationDate":"2024-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11413035/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140864949","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Zika Virus Infection Knowledge and Communication Preferences Among Women of Reproductive Age in Central Brooklyn, New York: A Thematic Analysis. 纽约布鲁克林中心区育龄妇女的寨卡病毒感染知识和沟通偏好：专题分析。

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Journal of Community Health Pub Date : 2024-12-01 Epub Date: 2024-06-02 DOI: 10.1007/s10900-024-01365-2

Russell Dowling, Sergios-Orestis Kolokotronis, Azure B Thompson

{"title":"Zika Virus Infection Knowledge and Communication Preferences Among Women of Reproductive Age in Central Brooklyn, New York: A Thematic Analysis.","authors":"Russell Dowling, Sergios-Orestis Kolokotronis, Azure B Thompson","doi":"10.1007/s10900-024-01365-2","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s10900-024-01365-2","url":null,"abstract":"The 2016 outbreak of Zika virus (ZIKV) infected millions and resulted in thousands of infants born with malformations. Though the clusters of severe birth defects resulting from this outbreak have subsided, ZIKV continues to be a concern throughout much of Latin America and the Caribbean. Travel and sexual intercourse remain the dominant transmission risk factors for women of reproductive age and their partners. This is particularly true for communities in Brooklyn, New York, that comprise large immigrant and foreign-born populations. Practitioners of public health understand little about how women at risk for ZIKV are most likely to receive information about the virus or who they trust most to provide that information. In the context of five focus group discussions, this study explored the knowledge and communication preferences of 20 women of reproductive age in Central Brooklyn. Results derived from a thematic analysis suggest that while most women are familiar with mosquitos as ZIKV vectors, knowledge of sexual transmission is considerably lower. Many respondents believe that only women who are pregnant or trying to become pregnant are at risk, and public health agencies, such as the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, remain the most trusted sources of information. These findings can support more effective communication about the risks of ZIKV infection and other vector-borne diseases to women in New York City and similar urban communities.","PeriodicalId":15550,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Community Health","volume":" ","pages":"1044-1053"},"PeriodicalIF":3.9,"publicationDate":"2024-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141186696","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Engaging with Social Media: Implications for COVID-19 Research Participation Among Adults Living in the State of Florida. 参与社交媒体：生活在佛罗里达州的成年人参与 COVID-19 研究的意义。

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Journal of Community Health Pub Date : 2024-10-13 DOI: 10.1007/s10900-024-01409-7

Jennifer E Akpo, Caitlin Murphy, Jennifer Mull, Trudy Gaillard, Lori A Bilello, Fern J Webb

{"title":"Engaging with Social Media: Implications for COVID-19 Research Participation Among Adults Living in the State of Florida.","authors":"Jennifer E Akpo, Caitlin Murphy, Jennifer Mull, Trudy Gaillard, Lori A Bilello, Fern J Webb","doi":"10.1007/s10900-024-01409-7","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s10900-024-01409-7","url":null,"abstract":"The COVID-19 pandemic led to an increased use of social media, with many people turning to it for social support. Given the varying effects of social media, this study examines how social media use influences the willingness of adults in the State of Florida to participate in COVID-19-related research. The study used data collected through the Florida Statewide Registry for Aging Studies (FSRAS), which included 587 participants who were 25 years and older. The primary outcome variables were COVID-19 treatment and COVID-19 vaccine research. Ordinal logistic regression was used to evaluate the association between social media use and willingness to participate in COVID-19 treatment and vaccination research, adjusting for sociodemographic variables. The analysis did not find a statistically significant relationship between social media use and the likelihood of participating in COVID-19 research. However, significant differences were observed across racial/ethnic groups. Participants who identified as \"Hispanic/Latino\" (OR-2.44, 95% CI-1.11-5.35, p = 0.03) and \"Other\" (OR-12.51, 95% CI-1.98-79.22, p = 0.01) were significantly associated with willingness to participate in a COVID-19 treatment research. Similarly, participants of all other races/ethnicities were significantly more willing to participate in research testing COVID-19 vaccines. Additionally, females were more likely to express willingness to participate in COVID-19 vaccine research. Social media use did not significantly affect willingness to participate in COVID-19 treatment and vaccine research; however, racial and ethnic differences significantly influenced willingness to participate. These findings suggest that implementing targeted culturally sensitive recruitment strategies and community engagement efforts can improve participation in COVID-19 research.","PeriodicalId":15550,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Community Health","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.9,"publicationDate":"2024-10-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142467041","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Shifting Marital Landscapes: Non-marriage and Its Public Health Implications in China, South Korea, and Japan. 变化中的婚姻景观：中国、韩国和日本的不婚现象及其对公共卫生的影响》。

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Journal of Community Health Pub Date : 2024-10-05 DOI: 10.1007/s10900-024-01406-w

Yan Wang, Hang Yi

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Validation of a Modified Group-Based Medical Mistrust Scale Among Young Latinx Adults in the United States. 在美国拉美裔年轻成年人中验证基于群体的医疗不信任量表。

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Journal of Community Health Pub Date : 2024-10-01 Epub Date: 2024-07-09 DOI: 10.1007/s10900-024-01373-2

Daniel F López-Cevallos, S Marie Harvey

{"title":"Validation of a Modified Group-Based Medical Mistrust Scale Among Young Latinx Adults in the United States.","authors":"Daniel F López-Cevallos, S Marie Harvey","doi":"10.1007/s10900-024-01373-2","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s10900-024-01373-2","url":null,"abstract":"Medical mistrust is an important barrier to accessing health care among Latinx populations in the United States (US). However, research on the validity and reliability of medical mistrust scales is limited. We examined the validity and reliability of a modified bilingual version of the Group-Based Medical Mistrust scale (mGBMMS) among a sample of Latinx adults. Participants included 308 Latinx adults (ages 18-25), who responded in Spanish (n = 134) or English (n = 174). Following feedback from bilingual/bicultural staff during the English-Spanish translation process, we made three changes to the original GBMMS. Validation testing of our 12-item mGBMMS scale included: split-half and internal consistency reliability; discriminant, convergent, and predictive validity; and both exploratory and confirmatory factor analyses. The mGBMMS had good internal consistency (overall sample: Cronbach's α = 0.79; Spanish: Cronbach's α = 0.73; English: Cronbach's α = 0.83). The mGBMMS showed good convergent (moderately correlated with the experiences of discrimination scale, r = 0.46, p < 0.001) and discriminant (weakly correlated with the acculturation scale, r = 0.11, p = 0.06) validity. Split-half reliability was 0.71 (p < 0.001). Exploratory and confirmatory factor analyses found a two-factor solution. The mGBMMS was associated with satisfaction with care (OR = 0.60, 95%CI: 0.42-0.87), a sign of good predictive validity. Findings suggest that the mGBMMS is a valid and reliable scale to utilize among bilingual (Spanish/English) populations in the US. Further validation studies should be considered among Latinx respondents of different ages, backgrounds, languages, and US regions.","PeriodicalId":15550,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Community Health","volume":" ","pages":"942-949"},"PeriodicalIF":3.9,"publicationDate":"2024-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141558872","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Cost Implications of Competition Among Federally Qualified Health Centers. 联邦合格医疗中心之间竞争的成本影响。

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Journal of Community Health Pub Date : 2024-10-01 Epub Date: 2024-03-16 DOI: 10.1007/s10900-024-01349-2

Seongwon Choi, Ganisher Davlyatov, William Opoku-Agyeman

{"title":"Cost Implications of Competition Among Federally Qualified Health Centers.","authors":"Seongwon Choi, Ganisher Davlyatov, William Opoku-Agyeman","doi":"10.1007/s10900-024-01349-2","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s10900-024-01349-2","url":null,"abstract":"Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) are pivotal in delivering healthcare services to underserved populations in the United States. While the number of FQHCs and FQHC look-alikes has been increasing, intensifying competition, limited research has examined the cost implications associated with this growing competition among FQHCs. This study aims to fill the research gap by analyzing the relationship between the level of competition among FQHCs and the cost of care per patient. Understanding this relationship is crucial for managers and policymakers in deriving informed decisions related to the expansion of FQHCs. The study comprehensively analyzed data from FQHCs from 2016 to 2022. The analysis involved examining the cost per patient in relation to the level of FQHC competition, measured by FQHC saturation in the area. The study's findings reveal a positive association between FQHC competition and the cost of care. Specifically, FQHCs in areas with higher levels of FQHC competition reported a higher cost per patient. This relationship underscores the potential financial dynamics influenced by the competitive environment among FQHCs. The results of this study have important implications for healthcare management and policy formulation. FQHC managers are suggested to consider the cost implications of increased competition in their strategic planning and operations. Meanwhile, policymakers should consider the potential cost ramifications of FQHC competition when designing and implementing policies related to FQHC expansion, especially those aimed at optimizing resource allocation and ensuring care affordability. Recognizing the impact of competition on cost can lead to more informed decisions regarding the funding, establishment, and distribution of FQHCs, ultimately contributing to the sustainability and efficacy of healthcare services in underserved areas.","PeriodicalId":15550,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Community Health","volume":" ","pages":"791-797"},"PeriodicalIF":3.9,"publicationDate":"2024-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140140283","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Vaping Behavior and Intention to Quit among Undergraduate Students in a Hispanic-Serving University. 一所西班牙裔服务大学的本科生吸烟行为和戒烟意向。

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Journal of Community Health Pub Date : 2024-10-01 Epub Date: 2024-05-18 DOI: 10.1007/s10900-024-01364-3

Taehyun Roh, Sherecce Fields, Ruchi Sahu, Nusrat Fahmida Trisha, Genny Carrillo

{"title":"Vaping Behavior and Intention to Quit among Undergraduate Students in a Hispanic-Serving University.","authors":"Taehyun Roh, Sherecce Fields, Ruchi Sahu, Nusrat Fahmida Trisha, Genny Carrillo","doi":"10.1007/s10900-024-01364-3","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s10900-024-01364-3","url":null,"abstract":"The surge in electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS) usage, particularly among young adults, poses significant public health concerns. This study aimed to identify predictors of e-cigarette use, quit attempts, and frequency among undergraduate students in a Hispanic-serving university in Texas. A cross-sectional study was conducted between August 1 and October 26, 2023, recruiting undergraduate students through the Sona system, an online experiment management platform. Participants completed an online survey that covered demographics, educational status, vaping status, initiation age, reasons for first and current e-cigarette use, frequency of past usage, intentions to quit, and quit attempt frequency. Statistical analysis included descriptive statistics, multinomial logistic regression, and multivariable linear regression. Among 316 participants, 33.9% reported current e-cigarette use. Junior and senior students, as well as prior tobacco users, were more likely to be current vapers. Prior vaping experience was more prevalent among Hispanic individuals and those with a history of tobacco use. Notably, 74.3% of current users attempted to quit in the past year, with a higher frequency of quit attempts among females, Hispanic students, and those with vaping acquaintances. However, the vaping behavior and quit attempt patterns were similar across other categories. This study highlights how various factors influence e-cigarette use among college students. It suggests that prevention and quitting programs should consider the specific needs of different groups. Future studies will continue to look at different student groups to find the most effective ways to help them quit vaping.","PeriodicalId":15550,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Community Health","volume":" ","pages":"820-828"},"PeriodicalIF":3.9,"publicationDate":"2024-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140957842","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Levels of Health Literacy and Associated Factors Among Adults in a Rural Municipality of Nepal: A Cross-sectional Study. 尼泊尔农村地区成年人的健康素养水平及相关因素：横断面研究

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Journal of Community Health Pub Date : 2024-10-01 Epub Date: 2024-07-16 DOI: 10.1007/s10900-024-01375-0

Sandhya Niroula, Gaurab Bhattarai, Sandesh Bhusal, Anjila Pandey, Sangam Shah, Subash Wagle, Prince Mandal, Dikshya Parajuli, Aarya Jha, Bikrant Dhakal, Buna Bhandari, Kiran Paudel, Tara Ballav Adhikari

{"title":"Levels of Health Literacy and Associated Factors Among Adults in a Rural Municipality of Nepal: A Cross-sectional Study.","authors":"Sandhya Niroula, Gaurab Bhattarai, Sandesh Bhusal, Anjila Pandey, Sangam Shah, Subash Wagle, Prince Mandal, Dikshya Parajuli, Aarya Jha, Bikrant Dhakal, Buna Bhandari, Kiran Paudel, Tara Ballav Adhikari","doi":"10.1007/s10900-024-01375-0","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s10900-024-01375-0","url":null,"abstract":"Health literacy is crucial in maintaining good health and well-being, yet community-based studies on health literacy in Nepal are scarce. This study aimed to assess the level of health literacy and identify associated factors among adults in Rasuwa, Nepal. A community-based cross-sectional study was conducted among 253 adults aged above 18 years residing in Kalika Rural Municipality, Rasuwa. Data were collected through face-to-face interviews using the Psychometric Assessment of the European Health Literacy Survey Questionnaire (HLS-EU-Q16). Multivariable logistic regression was used to evaluate independent correlates of health literacy levels. The mean ± SD age of participants was 46.3 ± 16 years. Only about a quarter (23.3%) of participants had adequate health literacy. The participants aged ≤ 45 years (aOR:1.9,95% CI: 1.0-3.6), people who perceived their health status as satisfactory (aOR: 3.1,95% CI: 1.5-6.3), had satisfactory self-rated financial status (aOR: 2.9,95% CI: 1.5-5.5), had satisfactory level of self- related esteem (aOR = 2.7,95% CI: 1.2-6.2), had a stable income (aOR = 1.9, 95% CI:1.0-3.5) were more likely to demonstrate adequate health literacy level. Conversely, illiterate participants (aOR: 0.1, 95% CI: 0.04-0.4) and those engaged in agriculture (aOR: 0.49, 95% CI: 0.2-0.9) had lower odds of having adequate health literacy. This study highlights inadequate health literacy status among approximately three-quarters of the participants. Factors such as age, self-rated health status, financial stability, self-esteem, and income were associated with health literacy levels. These findings underscore the importance of addressing socio-economic and individual factors in promoting health literacy initiatives, particularly targeting vulnerable populations, to improve overall health outcomes and healthcare utilization.","PeriodicalId":15550,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Community Health","volume":" ","pages":"879-886"},"PeriodicalIF":3.9,"publicationDate":"2024-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141626903","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Addressing Food Insecurity Through Community Empowerment in a Staten Island (Richmond County) Neighborhood in New York City. 在纽约市史坦顿岛（里士满县）的一个社区，通过社区赋权解决粮食不安全问题。

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Journal of Community Health Pub Date : 2024-10-01 Epub Date: 2024-03-11 DOI: 10.1007/s10900-024-01329-6

Miral Abbas, Zainab Nasar, David Rosenthal, Heather Butts, Robert Fullilove, Daphne Derose, Patrick Moreau, Hedda Nguyen, Monica Law

{"title":"Addressing Food Insecurity Through Community Empowerment in a Staten Island (Richmond County) Neighborhood in New York City.","authors":"Miral Abbas, Zainab Nasar, David Rosenthal, Heather Butts, Robert Fullilove, Daphne Derose, Patrick Moreau, Hedda Nguyen, Monica Law","doi":"10.1007/s10900-024-01329-6","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s10900-024-01329-6","url":null,"abstract":"This study investigated community empowerment as a means of addressing food insecurity amongst underserved neighborhoods by increasing available and affordable food choices through Clementine Collective stands in Staten Island, New York (Richmond County), one of the 5 Boroughs of New York City. Given the growing complexity of food insecurity, inclusive and equitable action must be taken that incorporates the voices, perspectives and needs of those most impacted. Through methods of community engagement and empowerment, the Clementine Collective collaborates with local community residents to introduce sustainable solutions that address food insecurity. A survey (N = 132) was administered to customers of a Clementine Collective stand, located in Staten Island, that assessed customers' food habits and attitudes towards their food environment and solutions. The stand was placed in a local meat market grocery store. Descriptive statistics suggested that residents recognized gaps in their food environment and were empowered to advocate for solutions. Engaging residents from their food environment to advocate for local solutions, such as at community bodegas, or small grocery stores, may be an effective method of addressing food insecurity.","PeriodicalId":15550,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Community Health","volume":" ","pages":"907-912"},"PeriodicalIF":3.9,"publicationDate":"2024-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140101721","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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