P100 How Various Epoch Lengths and Activity Cut-Points Influence Physical Activity Estimates for Low-Income Hispanic Adults Under Free-Living Conditions
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jneb.2019.05.476
Abstract: Background Accelerometers are popular, objective physical activity (PA) measures. However, when using accelerometry, data processing decisions must be made regarding sampling intervals (i.e., epoch lengths (EL)) and PA intensity cut-points. Objective To examine how different… read more here.
Keywords: income hispanic; cut points; activity; low income ... See more keywords
Preventive care use among Hispanic adults with limited comfort speaking English: An analysis of the medical expenditure panel survey data.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ypmed.2022.107042
Abstract: Language barriers have been associated with worse access to healthcare and poorer health outcomes. To assess differences in access to care and utilization of healthcare services between Hispanic adults and non-Hispanic white adults (NHW), we… read more here.
Keywords: care; care use; speaking english; cancer ... See more keywords
The Association between Language Use and Food Insecurity among Hispanic Adults Residing in the United States Depends on Nativity.
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DOI: 10.1017/s1368980023000885
Abstract: OBJECTIVE To examine the association between language use - predominantly English, English and Spanish equally, and predominantly Spanish - and food insecurity among Hispanic adults residing in the United States, 1999-2018. DESIGN Pooled cross-sectional study… read more here.
Keywords: food insecurity; hispanic adults; food; language use ... See more keywords
An Examination of Health-Promoting Behaviors Among Hispanic Adults Using an Activation and Empowerment Approach
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DOI: 10.1353/cpr.2019.0004
Abstract: Abstract:Background: Obesity is a national epidemic in the United States. Racial/ethnic minorities are disproportionately affected by this obesity epidemic. Hispanic adults have a higher prevalence of obesity compared to non-Hispanic White adults. Levels of engagement… read more here.
Keywords: eating physical; hispanic adults; health; healthy eating ... See more keywords