Perceived Discrimination and Cardiometabolic Risk Among US Hispanics/Latinos in the HCHS/SOL Sociocultural Ancillary Study
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DOI: 10.1007/s12529-019-09782-7
Abstract: Metabolic syndrome (MetS) is a group of cardiovascular risk factors including elevated blood pressure, elevated triglycerides, decreased high-density lipoprotein cholesterol, impaired fasting glucose, and abdominal obesity, which disproportionately affects Hispanics/Latinos. The present study examined associations… read more here.
Keywords: latinos hchs; study; perceived discrimination; hispanics latinos ... See more keywords
Sexual and Behavioral Health Disparities Among Sexual Minority Hispanics/Latinos: Findings From the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, 2001-2014.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.amepre.2017.01.037
Abstract: INTRODUCTION Hispanics/Latinos (henceforth, Latinos) are the largest minority group in the U.S. With growing health disparities among this group, the highest burden remains among sexual and gender minority Latinos. Differences regarding sexual orientation have not… read more here.
Keywords: health disparities; minority; among sexual; disparities among ... See more keywords
Ankle brachial index and cognitive function among Hispanics/Latinos: Results from the Hispanic Community Health Study/Study of Latinos.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.atherosclerosis.2018.02.016
Abstract: BACKGROUND AND AIMS The Ankle-Brachial index (ABI) is a well-accepted measure of peripheral artery disease (arterial stenosis and stiffness) and has been shown to be associated with cognitive function and disorders; however, these associations have… read more here.
Keywords: hispanics latinos; ankle brachial; study; cognitive function ... See more keywords
Tools to Measure Health Literacy among US African Americans and Hispanics/Latinos with Type 2 Diabetes: A Scoping Review of the Literature.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.pec.2020.04.012
Abstract: OBJECTIVE To provide an overview of the health literacy tools that have been validated in samples of African Americans and Hispanics/Latinos with type 2 diabetes, growing segments of the US population. METHODS Following PRISMA guidelines,… read more here.
Keywords: health literacy; african americans; type diabetes; hispanics latinos ... See more keywords
The NIH Toolbox: Overview of Development for Use with Hispanic Populations
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DOI: 10.1017/s1355617720000028
Abstract: Abstract Objective: Hispanics/Latinos are the largest and fastest-growing minority population in the United States. To facilitate appropriate outcome assessment of this expanding population, the NIH Toolbox for Assessment of Neurological and Behavioral Function® (NIH Toolbox®)… read more here.
Keywords: toolbox overview; hispanics latinos; overview development; nih toolbox ... See more keywords
Genome-wide association study of cognitive function in diverse Hispanics/Latinos: results from the Hispanic Community Health Study/Study of Latinos
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DOI: 10.1038/s41398-020-00930-2
Abstract: Cognitive function such as reasoning, attention, memory, and language is strongly correlated with brain aging. Compared to non-Hispanic whites, Hispanics/Latinos have a higher risk of cognitive impairment and dementia. The genetic determinants of cognitive function… read more here.
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Facilitating Social Media and Offline Political Engagement During Electoral Cycles: Using Social Cognitive Theory to Explain Political Action Among Hispanics and Latinos
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DOI: 10.1080/15205436.2018.1484489
Abstract: Two interacting forces are subtly shifting the nature of American democracy—the public’s increased use of social media for political information and meaningful changes in the demographic characteristics of the country. This study specifically examined ways… read more here.
Keywords: social media; among hispanics; media political; engagement ... See more keywords
A Protocol for Characterizing Food Eating and Purchasing Behaviors Using Wearable Sensors to Better Understand Food Acculturation in Hispanics/Latinos (P13-021-19).
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DOI: 10.1093/cdn/nzz036.p13-021-19
Abstract: Objectives Observational and cohort studies have examined the eating habits of Hispanics/Latinos often with a focus on types of foods consumed (e.g., sugary beverages, vegetables) to understand how food choices may contribute to obesity, diabetes,… read more here.
Keywords: hispanics latinos; food; purchasing behaviors; understand food ... See more keywords
Childhood Trauma and Adult Risk Factors and Disease in Hispanics/Latinos in the US: Results From the Hispanic Community Health Study/Study of Latinos (HCHS/SOL) Sociocultural Ancillary Study
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DOI: 10.1097/psy.0000000000000394
Abstract: Objective Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) are implicated in diseases of adulthood. We report the prevalence of ACEs in Hispanics/Latinos in the US and their association with major risk factors and diseases in adulthood. Methods Data… read more here.
Keywords: sociocultural ancillary; ancillary study; risk factors; disease ... See more keywords
Association of HSD17B13 rs72613567:TA with non‐alcoholic fatty liver disease in Hispanics/Latinos
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DOI: 10.1111/liv.14387
Abstract: Non‐alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) disproportionately affects Hispanic/Latinos and rates of NAFLD vary among Hispanics from different background groups. Genetic variants and continental ancestry contribute to NAFLD disparities among Hispanics. We evaluated two newly identified… read more here.
Keywords: alcoholic fatty; fatty liver; non alcoholic; hsd17b13 rs72613567 ... See more keywords
Abstract P446: Hispanics/Latinos With Prediabetes are Eligible for Diabetes Prevention Intervention: Findings From the Hispanic Community Health Study/Study of Latinos (HCHS/SOL)
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DOI: 10.1161/circ.141.suppl_1.p446
Abstract: Background: Hispanics/Latinos in the US are at high risk of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2D). The American Diabetes Association (ADA) consensus statement recommends prediabetes screening in persons with body mass index (BMI) ≥ 25 kg/m… read more here.
Keywords: metformin therapy; heritage; american heritage; study ... See more keywords