A5080920163- Global Cancer Incidence and Screening
- Nutritional Studies and Diet
- Cancer survivorship and care
- Child Nutrition and Water Access
- Obesity, Physical Activity, Diet
- Global Public Health Policies and Epidemiology
- Diet and metabolism studies
- Cardiovascular Health and Risk Factors
- Birth, Development, and Health
- Cancer Risks and Factors
University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa
2023-2025
University of Hawaii System
2025
University of Guam
2022-2023
Breast cancer disproportionately impacts Native Hawaiian, CHamoru, and Filipino women. Few culturally informed interventions addressing breast survivors exist none have been developed or tested specifically for This study aimed to conduct focus groups with women previously diagnosed inform future research in Guam Hawai’i. Convenience sampling grounded theory approaches were used. Focus group sessions conducted during summer 2023 included questions understand the barriers, motivators,...
Abstract Background Pacific Islanders, including those residing in the US Affiliated Islands (USAPI), experience some of highest mortality rates resulting from non-communicable diseases (NCDs) worldwide. The Island Health Officers’ Association declared a Regional State Emergency 2010 due to epidemic NCDs USAPI. Obesity, known risk factor for NCDs, has become an among both children and adults Micronesia other parts There is recent information about overweight obesity (OWOB) young USAPI, but...
Abstract Purpose: Breast cancer is the second cause of death from in Guam and Hawai‘i disproportionately impacts Native Hawaiian, CHamoru, Filipino women. Although a few culturally informed interventions addressing breast survivorship exist, none have been developed or tested for To address this, TANICA study began with key informant interviews 2021. Methods: Purposive sampling grounded theory approaches were used to conduct semi-structured individuals experienced providing healthcare...