Effectiveness of A Culturally Adapted Family Model of Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support among Marshallese Pacific Islanders Delivered in a Group Format in Churches.

Introduction: Diabetes self-management education and support (DSMES) is effective for reducing health complications among people with type 2 diabetes (PWD). However, standard DSMES interventions have not been effective for Marshallese Pacific Islanders.

Methods: A culturally adapted Family-DSMES intervention for Marshallese PWD was implemented in churches in Hawaii and Washington state and delivered by Marshal-lese community health workers.

Undiagnosed hypertension and type 2 diabetes mellitus among Marshallese adults in the Republic of the Marshall Islands.

Background: Given the lack of healthcare access in the Republic of the Marshall Island (RMI) and the potential for complications related to type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) and hypertension, it is crucial to examine these conditions among Marshallese in the RMI.

Objectives: This study aims to identify the proportion of Marshallese adults in the RMI with undiagnosed T2DM and hypertension.

Design: Using a community-based participatory research approach, screening events were conducted at 20 churches in Majuro Atoll.

Assessment of diabetes self-care behaviors and knowledge among Marshallese adults with type 2 diabetes in the Republic of the Marshall Islands.

Aims: The aim of this study is to assess and document engagement in type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) self-care behaviors and self-reported diabetes knowledge among Marshallese adults living in the Republic of the Marshall Islands (RMI).

Methods: The study uses data from a T2DM health screening study completed in the RMI; survey and biometric data were captured as part of the health screenings. Study objectives were examined using descriptive statistics to describe the characteristics of the participants, their diabetes self-care behaviors, and their levels of self-reported diabetes knowledge.

Health Profiles of Marshallese With and Without a Type 2 Diabetes Diagnosis in the Republic of the Marshall Islands.

Background: The Republic of the Marshall Islands (RMI) faces a high prevalence of type 2 diabetes (T2DM).

Objectives: The aim of the study is to document the health of Marshallese with and without a T2DM diagnosis to inform future interventions.

Design: Data are from screenings collected in preparation for a diabetes education intervention.

Associations between COVID-19 vaccine uptake, race/ethnicity, and political party affiliation.

Despite widespread availability of vaccines, COVID-19 is a leading cause of death in the United States (US), and sociodemographic disparities in vaccine uptake remain. Race/ethnicity, partisanship, and perception of peer vaccination status are strong predictors of vaccine uptake, but research is limited among some racial/ethnic groups with small populations. The current study used an online survey to examine the relationship between these factors among a diverse sample of US adults (n = 1,674), with oversampling of racial and ethnic minorities.

Associations among Self-Reported Mental Health, Physical Activity, and Diet during the COVID-19 Pandemic.

Understanding the relationship between physical activity, diet, and mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic may help inform resources encouraging healthy lifestyle choices during the time of an increased threat to health and wellbeing. Our objective was to examine how self-rated mental health was associated with engagement in physical activity and consumption of fruits and vegetables during the COVID-19 pandemic. The study utilized cross-sectional survey data from adults (≥18 years of age) living, working, and/or receiving healthcare in Arkansas (n  =  754).

Experiences of Marshallese Food Processing Workers during the COVID-19 Pandemic.

The goal of this study was to conduct an exploratory assessment of COVID-19 mitigation steps and compare workplace experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic with Marshallese workers in other occupations. Marshallese adults residing in the continental United States (US) and Hawaii took part in an online survey. The sample was divided into two categories: food processing workers and workers in all other occupations.

Telehealth Utilization During COVID-19 Among People with Diagnosed Mental Health Conditions.

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