Publications by authors named "M Chery"
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- Breast cancer is a common illness among women in the Caribbean, but not much is known about how their reproductive patterns affect when they get diagnosed.
- A study was done to look at changes in these reproductive patterns and the age at which Caribbean women are diagnosed with breast cancer.
- The study included over 1,000 women from various Caribbean countries, finding that younger women are more likely to start their periods earlier compared to older women.
Background: Red blood cell (RBC) transfusions are essential for many patients admitted to emergency departments (ED). However, accessibility to red cell transfusions is often limited, especially in low-income countries such as Haiti. This article aims to determine the proportion of patients requiring emergency transfusion, transfused patients' characteristics, as well as the response rate and timeliness of blood product delivery for requests made.
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- The study investigates the experiences of Haitians/Haitian Americans in Miami-Dade County during the COVID-19 pandemic, focusing on their views and practices around vaccination.
- Researchers conducted qualitative interviews with 15 community members and 15 stakeholders, identifying nine key themes related to the pandemic's impact on health, employment, and personal relationships.
- The findings highlight the significant challenges faced by this community, suggesting a need for targeted interventions and collaboration between health agencies and community partners to improve trust and vaccine acceptance.
Previous studies have identified racial-ethnic disparities in modifiable risk factors for cancers. However, the impact of US nativity on these risks is understudied. Hence, we assessed the association between US nativity and length of time in the US on modifiable cancer risk factors.
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