A5016048850- Vaccine Coverage and Hesitancy
- Influenza Virus Research Studies
- Sex work and related issues
- Innovations in Medical Education
- Viral gastroenteritis research and epidemiology
- HIV, Drug Use, Sexual Risk
- Ethics in medical practice
- Cervical Cancer and HPV Research
- HIV/AIDS Research and Interventions
- SARS-CoV-2 and COVID-19 Research
- LGBTQ Health, Identity, and Policy
- Nutritional Studies and Diet
- Media Influence and Health
- Cancer Risks and Factors
- Health and Well-being Studies
- Endometrial and Cervical Cancer Treatments
- Syphilis Diagnosis and Treatment
- Opioid Use Disorder Treatment
- Diverse Scientific Research Studies
- Safe Handling of Antineoplastic Drugs
- Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health
- Advancements in Transdermal Drug Delivery
- Empathy and Medical Education
- COVID-19 epidemiological studies
- Global Cancer Incidence and Screening
Emory University
2016-2020
Augusta University
2016-2020
Augusta University Health
2016-2019
Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education
2016-2017
Oak Ridge Associated Universities
2016-2017
The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio
2016
Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, health care personnel (HCP) have been at high risk for exposure to SARS-CoV-2, virus that causes COVID-19, through patient interactions and community (1). The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices recommended prioritization of HCP vaccination maintain provision critical services reduce spread infection in settings (2). Early distribution two mRNA vaccines (Pfizer-BioNTech Moderna) allowed assessment effectiveness these a real-world setting. A...
Background Although black women experienced greater cervical cancer incidence and mortality rate reduction in recent years, they continue to have higher rates than whites. Great variations also exist among geographic regions of the US, with South having both highest compared other regions. The present study explores question whether living is associated racial disparity by examining race- region-specific trend between 2000 2012. Methods Surveillance, Epidemiology, End Results (SEER) 18...
Importance Invasive group A Streptococcus (GAS) infections are associated with substantial morbidity, mortality, and economic burden. Objective To update trends in invasive GAS disease incidence rates 10 US states between 2013 2022. Design, Setting, Participants Clinical, demographic, laboratory data for cases were collected as part of population-based surveillance the Active Bacterial Core network covering 34.9 million persons across states. case was defined isolation from a normally...
Objective: We sought to examine the effectiveness of persuasive communication interventions on influenza vaccination uptake among black/African American pregnant women in Atlanta, Georgia. Methods: recruited ages 18 50 y from GA participate a prospective, randomized controlled trial immunization messaging conducted January April 2013. Eligible participants were 3 study arms. follow-up questionnaires at 30-days post-partum with all groups. Chi-square and t tests evaluated group differences,...
Importance Access to COVID-19 testing is critical reducing transmission and supporting early treatment decisions; when made accessible, the timeliness of may also be an important metric in mitigating community spread infection. While disparities outcomes have been well documented, extent association with demographic factors unclear. Objectives To evaluate associated delayed among health care personnel (HCP) during pandemic. Design, Setting, Participants This cross-sectional study used data...
Abstract Background There is continued need for enhanced medical ethics education across the United States. In an effort to guide reform, we report first interprofessional survey of a cohort graduate medical, nursing and allied health professional students that examined perceived student more formalized assessed preferences teaching methods in level curriculum. Methods January 2018, following successful implementation peer-led, grassroots curriculum, leaders under faculty guidance conducted...
Georgia is ranked fifth highest among states for rates of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) diagnosis. About 4% persons living with HIV infection in the United States reside Georgia, and almost 19% these people do not know their status. The present study examined trends associated factors testing adults between 2011 2015 by analyzing data Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS). A total 31,094 aged ≥18 years were identified who responded to question “Have you ever been tested...
Mortality rate for breast cancer is higher among African American (AA) women than of other racial/ethnic groups. Obesity, also AA women, may increase the risk development and recurrence. Lifestyle factors such as healthy nutrition can reduce obesity cancer. This study examined determinants adherence to nutrition-related prevention guidelines survivors.AA survivors (n=240) were recruited from a support group complete lifestyle assessment tool this cross-sectional study. Chi-square test...
There has been an alarming resurgence of early syphilis since 2000, especially in the southeast region, which one highest rates primary and secondary United States America (USA). Although Central Savannah River Area (CSRA) is second most populous area Georgia with a large presence health care facilities, its counties have lowest overall rankings outcomes. This study examined trends CSRA. Data from Centers for Disease Control Prevention (CDC) National Center HIV/AIDS, Viral Hepatitis, STD, TB...
Abstract Background : There is continued need for enhanced medical ethics education across the United States, particularly in an interprofessional setting. In effort to guide reform, we report first survey of a cohort graduate medical, nursing and allied health professional students that examined perceived student more formalized assessed preferences teaching methods level bioethics curriculum. Methods January 2018, cross-sectional was conducted with 562 1,357 responses received (41% overall...
Georgia is ranked fifth highest among states for rates of HIV diagnosis. About 4% persons living with infection in the United States reside Georgia, and almost 19% these people do not know their status. The present study examined trends associated factors testing adults between 2010 2014 by analyzing data Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS). A total 30,791 aged ≥18 years were identified who responded to question “Have you ever been tested HIV?”...
Abstract Background: Although black and Hispanic women experienced greater cervical cancer rate reduction in recent years, they continue to have higher incidence rates than whites. Great variations also exist among geographic regions of the US, with South having both highest mortality compared other regions. The present study explores question whether living is associated racial disparity by examining race- region-specific trend between 2000 2012. Methods: Surveillance, Epidemiology, End...
Vaccine-preventable disease (VPD) outbreaks in school and childcare settings have been linked to lack of strong vaccination requirements. We examined the role arrangements as a factor parents’ decision- making about their child’s immunizations. conducted two national internet panel surveys with discrete populations 2012 (N = 2603) 2014 2518) assess parental vaccine decisions for family’s youngest child (younger than 7 years old). From these surveys, we explored personal household...
Abstract Background: There is continued need for enhanced medical ethics education across the United States. In an effort to guide reform, we report first interprofessional survey of a cohort graduate medical, nursing and allied health professional students that examined perceived student more formalized assessed preferences teaching methods in level curriculum. Methods: January 2018, following successful implementation peer-led, grassroots curriculum, leaders under faculty guidance...