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Research Studies is a compilation of published research articles funded by AHRQ or authored by AHRQ researchers.
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1 to 3 of 3 Research Studies DisplayedBravo RI, Kietzman KG, Toy P
Linking primary care and community organizations to increase colorectal cancer screening rates: the HAPPI project.
This paper describes the Healthy Aging Partnerships in Prevention Initiative (HAPPI) which aims to increase colorectal cancer screening and other preventive services among underserved Latinos and African-Americans in South Los Angeles who are 50 years and older. It uses an evidence-based model (SPARC) to leverage existing resources and has multi-sectoral partnerships among different agencies, community health centers (CHCs), and a university. The authors engaged five CHCs in quality improvement activities and eight non-governmental organizations in networking and programming to increase awareness of these preventive services.
AHRQ-funded; HS010858.
Citation: Bravo RI, Kietzman KG, Toy P .
Linking primary care and community organizations to increase colorectal cancer screening rates: the HAPPI project.
Salud Publica Mex 2019 Jul-Aug;61(4):427-35. doi: 10.21149/9450..
Keywords: Cancer: Colorectal Cancer, Cancer, Screening, Prevention, Primary Care: Models of Care, Primary Care, Elderly, Racial and Ethnic Minorities, Vulnerable Populations, Patient-Centered Healthcare
Sorkin DH, Rizzo S, Biegler K
AHRQ Author: Ngo-Metzger Q
Novel health information technology to aid provider recognition and treatment of major depressive disorder and posttraumatic stress disorder in primary care.
This article describes a multicomponent health information technology screening tool designed to aid provider recognition and treatment of major depressive disorder and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in the primary care setting, with an eye toward meeting the mental health needs of traumatized refugees in the US Cambodian community. In a randomized controlled trial, 18 primary care providers were randomized to receive access to the mental health screening intervention, or to a minimal intervention control group. Cambodian American patients empaneled to participating providers were assigned to the providers' randomized group. From the results, the authors conclude that this approach offers the potential for training providers to diagnose and treat traumatized patients seeking mental health care in primary care.
AHRQ-authored.
Citation: Sorkin DH, Rizzo S, Biegler K .
Novel health information technology to aid provider recognition and treatment of major depressive disorder and posttraumatic stress disorder in primary care.
Med Care 2019 Jun;57 Suppl 6 Suppl 2:S190-s96. doi: 10.1097/mlr.0000000000001036..
Keywords: Depression, Diagnostic Safety and Quality, Health Information Technology (HIT), Behavioral Health, Primary Care, Primary Care: Models of Care, Racial and Ethnic Minorities, Screening
Schnall R, Carcamo J, Porras T
Use of the phase-based model of smoking treatment to guide intervention development for persons living with HIV who self-identify as African American tobacco smokers.
To address the issue of developing effective tobacco cessation interventions for persons with HIV, this study conducted six focus group sessions with 45 African American smokers who are living with HIV in order to understand barriers to smoking cessation and strategies to help overcome these barriers. The participants articulated key components for incorporation into tobacco cessation intervention: personalized plans for quitting, reminders about the plan, and a support system. Participants also described barriers to use of pharmacotherapy, such as adverse side effects of nicotine gum and patch, and expressed concerns about negative health effects of some oral medications. The authors conclude that their findings provide information on the components of a tobacco cessation intervention for persons living with HIV.
AHRQ-funded; HS025071.
Citation: Schnall R, Carcamo J, Porras T .
Use of the phase-based model of smoking treatment to guide intervention development for persons living with HIV who self-identify as African American tobacco smokers.
Int J Environ Res Public Health 2019 May 15;16(10). doi: 10.3390/ijerph16101703..
Keywords: Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV), Primary Care: Models of Care, Racial and Ethnic Minorities, Tobacco Use, Tobacco Use: Smoking Cessation