Publications by authors named "G Jean-Louis"
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- The study aimed to assess the feasibility and effectiveness of a program (SHIP) designed to improve sleep, nutrition, and physical activity among prostate cancer survivors and their caregivers.
- A total of 50 participants joined the 3-month pilot study, which involved online resources, email newsletters, and health coaching calls; most showed improvements in sleep hygiene and dietary habits.
- Results indicated that while sleep quality and physical activity didn’t show significant changes, participants reported better eating habits and reduced fatigue; the program was deemed feasible, with plans for further testing through a randomized controlled trial.
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- The study investigates the mental health crisis in Haiti due to drug trafficking, violence, and political instability, comparing experiences between Haitian communities in Haiti and the U.S.
- Focus groups with 28 participants revealed key stressors like violence, unemployment, and family separation, leading to mental health issues such as anxiety and depression.
- Effective coping strategies identified included peer support, leisure activities, and spirituality, while barriers to mental health care were marked by stigma and lack of resources.
In this Review, we explore the transformative potential of decentralized clinical trials (DCTs) in addressing the limitations of traditional randomized controlled trials (RCTs). We highlight the merits of DCTs fostering greater inclusivity, efficiency, and adaptability. We emphasize the challenges of RCTs, including limited participant diversity and logistical barriers, geographical constraints, and mistrust in research institutions, showing how DCTs are preferred in addressing these challenges by utilizing remote digital technologies and community providers to enable broader, more inclusive participation.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFIntroduction: Average adults are recommended to have 7-8 h of sleep. However insufficient sleep (IS defined as <7 h/nightly) is associated with increased risk of chronic diseases such as cardiovascular disease (CVD) and type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). Traditional, complementary, and integrative medicine (TCIM), a burgeoning area of research and practice, leverages both modern and traditional approaches to improve health.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Transnational drug trafficking, political unrest, gang violence, and paramilitarism, which are pervasive in Haiti, have resulted in a mental health crisis for the broader Haitian community. This study explores the mental well-being of Haitians in Haiti and the United States by identifying barriers and facilitators to mental health through the lived experiences of men and women.
Method: Four Focus group discussions conducted in April and November 2023 engaged 28 participants (20 women and eight men) aged between 23 and 60 years from locations in Haiti (Port-au-Prince, Cite Soleil, Cayes, Cap-Haitien, Saint-Marc) and the United States.