A5071438654- Healthcare Policy and Management
- Cancer Risks and Factors
- Obesity, Physical Activity, Diet
- Global Cancer Incidence and Screening
- Nursing Education, Practice, and Leadership
- Phytoestrogen effects and research
- Smoking Behavior and Cessation
- Air Quality and Health Impacts
- Innovations in Medical Education
- Diversity and Career in Medicine
- Urban Transport and Accessibility
- Injury Epidemiology and Prevention
- Nursing Roles and Practices
- Medical Malpractice and Liability Issues
- Colorectal Cancer Screening and Detection
- Cervical Cancer and HPV Research
- Primary Care and Health Outcomes
- Physical Activity and Health
- Global Health Workforce Issues
- Maternal and Perinatal Health Interventions
- Health disparities and outcomes
- Dental Education, Practice, Research
- Clinical Reasoning and Diagnostic Skills
- Child Abuse and Trauma
- Patient Satisfaction in Healthcare
Indiana University – Purdue University Indianapolis
2013-2024
Indiana University
1984-2024
Georgia State University
2009-2024
Kantonsspital St. Gallen
2017
Indiana University Indianapolis
2017
Richard M. Fairbanks Foundation
2015
Indiana State Department of Health
2005-2013
Indiana University School of Medicine
1991-2012
Franciscan Health Indianapolis
2011
St. Francis Hospital
2010
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) remains the leading cause of mortality worldwide. Robust evidence indicates an association increased physical fitness with a lower risk CVD events and improved longevity; however, few have studied simple, low-cost measures functional status.To evaluate between push-up capacity subsequent event incidence in cohort active adult men.Retrospective longitudinal study conducted January 1, 2000, December 31, 2010, 1 outpatient clinics Indiana male firefighters aged 18...
Purpose: This study measured the knowledge and use of herbs among Hispanics assessed their experiences when discussing herb with physician. Methods: Self-administered questionnaires were collected from 620 Hispanic patients seeking treatment in urban health centers. Results: Most (80.3%) reported using herbs. Herb users more comfortable speaking Spanish (91.9% vs 80.2%) had been United States less than 5 years (47.0% 29.4%). More considered as drugs (60.5% 39.6%). Users aware that could harm...
Although intervention trials have demonstrated significant improvement in mammography adherence for African American women, many of the current measurement tools used these interventions not been assessed validity and reliability ethnic minorities. This study Health Belief Model (HBM) variables that are often target interventions. Scale was HBM scales a sample 344 low-income women. Validity supported through exploratory factor analysis theoretical prediction relationships. Internal...
Purpose/Objectives: To examine variations in cultural and health beliefs about mammography screening among a socioeconomically diverse sample of African American Caucasian women to identify which set predicted adherence.
Survival rates were compared among 282 Seventh-day Adventists and 1675 other white female cancer cases following diagnosis during the 30-year period, 1946 to 1976, at two California hospitals owned operated by Adventist Church. The women had a more favorable 5-year relative survival pattern than (69.7% vs. 62.9%) as well higher probability of not dying breast cancer. differences, however, no longer significant when stage was taken into account. it seems likely that lower death reported...
Although metabolic syndrome (MetS) is a prognostic factor for cancer occurrence, the association of MetS and mortality remains unclear. The purpose this study was to evaluate whether MetS, components C‐reactive protein (CRP) are associated with in women. A total 400 deaths, 140 deaths from obesity‐linked‐cancers (OLCas), [breast (BCa), colorectal, pancreatic endometrial], linked through National Death Index, were identified 10,104 eligible subjects aged ≥18 years. Cox proportional hazards...
Colorectal cancer (CRC) is the second leading cause of death in United States. Although regular screening can decrease morbidity and mortality from CRC, rates nationwide are very low. This descriptive study assessed beliefs associated with fecal occult blood test colonoscopy use among participants a worksite colon program. Randomly selected employees, aged 40 older, were mailed survey on CRC screening-related beliefs. Instruments tested for reliability validity. Results indicated that was...
Experimental studies have revealed that phytoestrogens may modulate the risk of certain sites cancer due to their structural similarity 17β-estradiol. The present study investigates whether intake these compounds influence prostate in human populations. During a median follow up 11.5 years, 2,598 cases (including 287 advanced cases) been identified among 27,004 men intervention arm Prostate, Lung, Colorectal and Ovarian Cancer Screening Trial. Dietary (excluding lignans) was assessed with...
Haas, David M. MD, MS; Golichowski, Alan PhD; Imperiale, Thomas F. MD; Kirkpatrick, Page R.; Zollinger, Terrell W. DrPH; Klein, Robert Author Information
Among the identified barriers to HPV vaccination is concern that women may compensate for their reduced susceptibility cervical cancers by reducing cancer screening. This exploratory study examined relationship between screening rates and vaccination. We conducted a cross-sectional survey using convenience sample of aged 21-35 attending local minority health fair in July 2015. Data were analyzed 2015-2016. Outcomes assessed were: receiving Pap test within last three years, awareness comfort...
ABSTRACT Introduction/Purpose Access to a high-quality built environment may help improve resident health status. However, city-level evidence regarding the benefits of community assets is lacking. Thus, we aimed examine association between environmental indicators cities and statuses residents. Methods This panel study used American Fitness Index® data reported annually 2018 2022 for 100 most populous US cities. The outcome was self-reported good status residents, exposures were factors:...
ABSTRACT Introduction Poor health behaviors, such as physical inactivity, exacerbate the overall status of residents. Evidence regarding impact personal behaviors on at city level is lacking. Thus, we aimed to examine association between and good residents large US cities. Methods Our panel study used 2018 2022 American Fitness Index® data measured annually for 100 most populous The outcome was residents, exposures were their behaviors—exercising, meeting aerobic activity guidelines, both...
OBJECTIVES: The purpose of this study was to determine the prevalence serum antibodies directed against Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) in children referred children's hospitals or medical centers throughout United States. METHODS: This multisite cross-sectional prospective involved 992 from 12 states using a validated anti–H. IgG enzyme immunoassay. were recruited into two groups: those without any GI complaints (non–GI referral, n = 619) and who for endoscopy because abdominal pain (GI...
ABSTRACT Evaluation of school‐based tobacco prevention and control programs have yielded mixed results. This study assessed the impact Life Skills Training curriculum on Marion County, Ind., middle school students' knowledge, attitudes, ability to make good lifestyle decisions. From 1997 2000, students in grades six eight schools received curriculum. Survey data (n = 1,598) were used compare use behavior, knowledge those exposed with not program. Of surveyed, 12.5% currently smoking. There...