Perceptions of Heart-Healthy Behaviors among African American Adults: A Mixed Methods Study.

ABSTRACT: African Americans have a disproportionately higher risk of chronic conditions such as cardiovascular disease (CVD), type 2 diabetes, and hypertension than other ethnic or racial groups. Data regarding CVD-related perceptions and beliefs among African Americans are limited, particularly in the Southwest US. Assessment of current views regarding health and health behaviors is needed to tailor interventions to meet the unique needs of specific populations. We sought to examine knowledge, attitudes, and perceptions of African Americans living in Arizona toward CVD and etiological factors associated with health behaviors and chronic disease development to inform state health agency program development. Transcripts from 14 focus groups (n = 103) were analyzed using Grounded Theory for perceived

SUBMITTER: Der Ananian C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6265893 | biostudies-literature | 2018 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature