Variations in interest to participate in health research: Insights from the Florida Statewide Registry for Aging Studies (FSRAS).

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

There is low participation in health research, particularly among racial and ethnically diverse groups. The persistent barriers contributing to low participation include mistrust, lack of information, cultural differences, and access issues. An understanding of the factors influencing willingness to participate across various types of research is important to improving participation and ensuring diverse, representative participation in health research.

Methods

The study utilized data collected through the Florida Statewide Registry for Aging Studies (FSRAS), which included 481 participants aged 25 years and older. We performed descriptive statistics, bivariate analysis, and multivariate logistic regression. The primary outcome variable was interest in participat

SUBMITTER: Akpo JE 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12774470 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature