Publications by authors named "Darlingtina K Esiaka"

Background: Despite their high risks for Alzheimer's disease, older Black men are minimally represented in Alzheimer's research and clinical trials. The absence of older Black men in Alzheimer's research limits our ability to characterize the changes associated with cognitive impairments in older Black men-a key health disparity concern.

Methods: Drawing on lessons we learned from years of community-based participatory research in Newark, NJ, we highlight recruitment strategies developed alongside community partners to guide our enrollment and retention efforts for Black men.

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ObjectivesTo assess how cognitive trajectories from mid-to-later life relate to wealth change, overall and by mid-life income. Data were from participants (51-64 years) in the 2000-2018 U.S.

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  • Nigeria has a big problem with breast cancer, having low survival rates compared to rich countries, and this study looked at how survivors deal with their experiences.
  • The researchers talked to 24 women aged 35 to 73 years about their feelings and experiences with breast cancer treatment, identifying that many feel alone and rely on faith to cope.
  • The study suggests that survivors need better support and access to treatment options to help them through their challenging journeys.
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Objectives: Many religious and cultural settings embrace the principle to "honor your parents." However, how individuals understand and enact this mandate varies by cultural context and community. The different understanding of "honor your parents" draws attention to motivations for parental caregiving across cultural contexts.

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Objective: With advancements in medicine and technology, more people are surviving cancers. However, cancer mortality in Nigeria remains high. The yearly estimate is 72,000 cancer-related deaths, making cancer one of the leading causes of death in Nigeria.

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