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Developing a community-based stroke prevention intervention course in minority communities: the DC Angels Project
Carolyn Frances Covington1, Joyce A King, Irnise Fennell
1DC Angels Project, USA. c_covington@howard.edu
Summary
Stroke awareness is crucial for reducing disability and death. Community intervention courses can improve knowledge of stroke warning signs, risk factors, and prevention, especially in minority communities.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Neurology
- Health Disparities
Background:
- Stroke is a leading cause of death and disability in the U.S.
- Significant disparities exist in stroke incidence and outcomes among minority populations.
- Lack of awareness regarding stroke symptoms, risk factors, and prevention contributes to delayed treatment in minorities.
Purpose of the Study:
- To increase knowledge and awareness of stroke, its warning signs, risk factors, and prevention strategies.
- To address health disparities by improving stroke prevention in minority communities.
Main Methods:
- Development and implementation of community-based stroke prevention intervention courses.
- Targeting minority communities to enhance stroke education.
Main Results:
- The intervention course aimed to increase students' knowledge and awareness of stroke.
- Community-based courses are proposed as a strategy to reduce stroke morbidity and mortality.
Conclusions:
- Community-based stroke prevention courses are a viable strategy for minority communities.
- These interventions can help reduce health disparities and improve stroke outcomes.
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