Publications by authors named "Barbara A Kreling"

Objectives: Approximately 5% of pediatric patients return to the emergency department (ED) within 72 hours of initial evaluation. The goal of this study was to identify reasons for return visits from the caretaker perspective.

Methods: Two parent focus groups were conducted in November 2012.

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The Latin American Cancer Research Coalition (LACRC) was funded by NCI as a Special Populations Network to 1) provide training to clinic staff in cancer control and foster development of Latino faculty training, 2) conduct a needs assessment with the community clinics, 3) enhance the ability of the clinics to promote healthy lifestyles, 4) collaborate on research projects to improve use of early detection, and 5) explore partnerships to increase access to culturally competent cancer care. The LACRC developed a model for cancer control focused on community-based clinics as the focal point for in-reach and community outreach targeted to Latinos to reduce cancer disparities. This framework was designed to link the community to local hospitals and academic centers, build capacity, and promote diffusion of innovations directly into delivery systems.

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