Publications by authors named "A Monroe"
Objective: To analyze the social network of mothers, fathers or guardians of transgender children or adolescents.
Methods: This was a qualitative study, based on the theoretical framework of social network, with a focus on the primary network. The study was conducted in Brazil through online interviews between August and October 2021.
Background: Spatial repellent products are used for prevention of insect bites, and a body of evidence exists on spatial repellent entomological efficacy. A new option for vector control, spatial repellent products are designed to release active ingredient into the air for disruption of human-vector contact thereby reducing human exposure to mosquito-borne pathogens. Clinical trials have shown spatial repellent epidemiological efficacy against Aedes-borne viruses but inconclusive outcomes against malaria.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFObjective: Cardiovascular disease (CVD) remains a significant public health challenge in China. Accurate perception of individual CVD risk is crucial for timely intervention and preventive strategies. This study aimed to determine the alignment between CVD risk perception levels and objectively calculated CVD risk levels, then investigate the disparity in physical activity and healthy diet habits among distinct CVD risk perception categories.
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- A diverse workforce in academic medicine is crucial for improving health care, educational outcomes, and research, but historically excluded groups are still underrepresented.
- The AAMC created a toolkit based on holistic review best practices for enhancing faculty recruitment and retention, which was tested in workshops at five academic medical centers.
- Feedback from participants indicated that the toolkit was generally helpful and user-friendly, although some concerns about implementation and faculty reluctance were noted, highlighting the need for further evaluation in different institutions.