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1 to 2 of 2 Research Studies DisplayedNgo-Metzger Q Sharif, MZ Biegler, K Mollica, et al.
A health profile and overview of healthcare experiences of Cambodian American refugees and immigrants residing in Southern California.
This study compared the health status and healthcare experiences of Cambodian American refugees and immigrants, using data were collected via questionnaires and medical records from two community clinics in Southern California. Minimal differences in self-reported health behaviors occurred between the two groups. Refugees reported lower levels of health-related quality of life overall and self-rated health, but similar or more positive healthcare experiences than the immigrants. Refugees had higher rates of diabetes and cardiovascular disease risk, in adjusted analyses. The authors conclude that there is a need for more health promotion efforts to improve health outcomes and perceived wellbeing of Cambodian American refugees and immigrants.
AHRQ-authored.
Citation: Ngo-Metzger Q Sharif, MZ Biegler, K Mollica, et al..
A health profile and overview of healthcare experiences of Cambodian American refugees and immigrants residing in Southern California.
J Immigr Minor Health 2019 Apr;21(2):346-55. doi: 10.1007/s10903-018-0736-3..
Keywords: Disparities, Health Status, Patient Experience, Quality of Life, Racial and Ethnic Minorities, Vulnerable Populations
Baughman KR, Ludwick R, Jarjoura D
Advance care planning in skilled nursing facilities: a multisite examination of professional judgments.
Lack of advance care planning (ACP) may increase hospitalizations and impact the quality of life for skilled nursing facility (SNF) residents, especially African American residents who may be less likely to receive ACP discussions. In this study, the investigators examined the professional judgments of skilled nursing facility providers to see if race of SNF residents and providers, and risk for hospitalization for residents influenced professional judgments as to when ACP was needed.
AHRQ-funded; HS022162.
Citation: Baughman KR, Ludwick R, Jarjoura D .
Advance care planning in skilled nursing facilities: a multisite examination of professional judgments.
Gerontologist 2019 Mar 14;59(2):338-46. doi: 10.1093/geront/gnx129..
Keywords: Elderly, Hospitalization, Nursing Homes, Quality of Life, Racial and Ethnic Minorities