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Jenny J Lee1, Francis Ogini2, Muzhda Hashmi1
1Division of Allergy & Clinical Immunology, University of Michigan School of Medicine, Ann Arbor, Mich.
The Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology. in Practice
|October 6, 2023
Summary
Black emerging adults with asthma face unique challenges in care. Technology-based interventions may help overcome barriers related to anxiety, social life, and discrimination.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Health Disparities
- Asthma Research
Background:
- Asthma disproportionately affects the Black population, with high morbidity and mortality rates.
- Black emerging adults (BEAs), aged 18-30, face specific, understudied challenges in asthma care.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify and assess the unique challenges and barriers to asthma care experienced by BEAs.
- To understand how age and race intersect to create obstacles in asthma management for this demographic.
Main Methods:
- Conducted virtual focus groups with 16 BEAs diagnosed with asthma.
- Utilized thematic saturation approach for coding focus group transcripts on triggers, management, and challenges.
Main Results:
- Identified seven key domains of challenges: anxiety, symptom interference with life, social settings, transition to adulthood, technology use, COVID-19 concerns, and discrimination.
- Found overlapping barriers to optimal asthma management.
- Highlighted technology as a potential solution for addressing these challenges.
Conclusions:
- BEAs with asthma encounter distinct challenges influenced by age and race.
- Physicians should implement innovative strategies, including technology-based interventions, to address these specific barriers.
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