Publications by authors named "Naomi Cruz"
Community-engaged research is increasingly recognized for its potential to advance health equity. The ability to conduct such research in the United States is predicated on the completion of human subjects protection courses; however, prior studies suggest that many of these required courses may not adequately accommodate the varied skillsets and backgrounds of community members involved with carrying out research. The present study explores community researchers' (CRs') experiences with a human subjects protection course frequently required by U.
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- This study focused on Black women's maternal health, involving six community members who conducted interviews with fellow Black women about their perinatal and post-partum experiences in a state with significant racial disparities in maternal mortality.
- The analysis revealed four key themes: challenges in healthcare structure (like insurance gaps and long wait times), negative interactions with healthcare providers (including feeling dismissed), a preference for providers who share similar racial backgrounds, and issues related to mental health and social support.
- The research suggests using community-based participatory research (CBPR) to better understand these experiences and advocate for interventions shaped by the insights and needs of Black women.