Publications by authors named "Melissa Renteria"
Examining the Priorities of Local Health Departments in California: A Mixed Methods Study.
J Public Health Manag Pract
December 2024
Objective: Prioritization is an essential task of local health departments (LHDs). We examined the alignment of priorities reported in Community Health Needs Assessments (CHNA) priorities align with priorities in the Community Health Improvement Plans (CHIP). We report factors that influence the choice of priorities and the alignment of the priorities.
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- The study aimed to assess the prevalence of long COVID and its effects on farmworkers in California, focusing on a sample of 297 individuals between February and July 2022.
- Findings revealed that 61.8% of farmworkers with a suspected or confirmed COVID-19 infection experienced long COVID symptoms lasting more than 28 days, with affected individuals showing higher body mass index (BMI) and inflammatory markers.
- The research underscored the need for tailored support for farmworkers experiencing long COVID, highlighting their persistent health issues that hinder their work capabilities in this essential industry.