The Rationale for a Family- and Community-Based Program to Prevent and Reduce Childhood Obesity among Latinos in Buncombe County
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Bailey, Ellen R.
- Affiliation: Gillings School of Global Public Health, Public Health Leadership Program
- Abstract
- This paper describes the rationale and design for a family- and community-based pilot program focused on primary prevention of childhood obesity among Latinos. A review of childhood obesity prevention research indicates that multi-component interventions targeting physical activity, nutrition and behavior change that also involve parents and family are promising; however, there is still much to learn about the dynamics between the various levels of health determinants for minority populations. Designing culturally competent interventions can increase the effectiveness, appropriateness and receptivity of obesity prevention efforts for Latinos. Culturally competent interventions that are family-centered, offer social support, are linguistically accessible, consider cultural beliefs and perceptions and take place in a safe and welcoming environment are potentially beneficial. Based on the evidence found in current literature as well as on the health needs and desires of local Latino families, we will evaluate the efficacy of modifying an existing obesity prevention program designed for Latino families, Salsa, Sabor y Salud, for use in Buncombe County, North Carolina.
- Date of publication
- May 2010
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- Track: HC&P
- Paper type: Research or research design
- Degree
- Master of Public Health
- Degree granting institution
- University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
- Graduation year
- 2010
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