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Asthma education information source preferences and their relationship to asthma knowledge
1School of Management, Marist College, Poughkeepsie, NY, USA.
Journal of Health and Human Services Administration
|February 25, 2012
Summary
Brooklyn residents surveyed showed good asthma knowledge but some misconceptions about triggers and treatments. They prefer information from Western medicine providers, guiding future asthma education programs.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Health Education
- Community Health
Background:
- Asthma knowledge, attitudes, and beliefs are crucial for effective management.
- Understanding information sources influences health education program design.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess asthma knowledge, control, and information preferences among Brooklyn residents.
- To identify misconceptions regarding asthma signs, triggers, and treatments.
Main Methods:
- A year-long survey of Brooklyn residents.
- Descriptive and inferential statistical analysis of survey data.
Main Results:
- Respondents demonstrated general asthma knowledge but held misconceptions about treatments and triggers.
- A strong preference was observed for information from Western medicine providers over other sources.
- Asthma control levels were assessed among those with asthma or caring for others with asthma.
Conclusions:
- Findings inform targeted asthma education strategies for diverse community audiences.
- Results can guide health education program planning for chronic conditions like hypertension and diabetes.
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