Publications by authors named "Aven Peters"
Introduction: Heightened levels of distress among Asian Americans during the initial phases of the pandemic may be associated with current smoking behavior. In this study, we examine differences in current smoking among Asian Americans from two different ethnic backgrounds before and during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Methods: We analyzed cross-sectional survey data (n=202) from Chinese and South Asian adults in Chicago, collected between February and May 2020.
Article Synopsis
- COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy is notably high in immigrant populations due to historical racism and distrust in the healthcare system, which the study investigates using the Theory of Planned Behavior in Chicago.
- The research employed a mixed-methods approach, combining focus groups (N=35) with a health survey of 413 immigrants, to explore attitudes towards the vaccine and analyze factors contributing to vaccine hesitancy.
- Findings revealed key hesitance factors such as fears of side effects, misinformation, negative social norms, and external pressure, highlighting the need for customized educational strategies to enhance vaccine uptake among immigrants.*
Historically, colorectal cancer (CRC) screening rates have been lower among African Americans. Previous studies that have examined the relationship between community characteristics and adherence to CRC screening have generally focused on a single community parameter, making it challenging to evaluate the overall impact of the social and built environment. In this study, we will estimate the overall effect of social and built environment and identify the most important community factors relevant to CRC screening.
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