Stroke prevention education in African Americans: Lessons learned from a community based participatory feasibility study
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Summary
This summary is machine-generated.Engaging African American Stroke Champions in training can increase stroke prevention knowledge. However, these champions require additional support to effectively educate their communities on stroke prevention strategies.
Area Of Science
- Public Health
- Health Disparities
- Community Health Education
Background
- Stroke disproportionately affects African Americans, highlighting the need for targeted prevention strategies.
- Community-based participatory research is crucial for effective health intervention dissemination.
Purpose Of The Study
- To evaluate the feasibility and acceptability of a "Stroke Champion" train-the-trainer program.
- To assess the dissemination of stroke prevention knowledge and resources among African Americans in the Minneapolis-St. Paul metropolitan area.
Main Methods
- A pre-post-test design was employed.
- Twelve African American Stroke Champions were recruited and trained.
- An online stroke prevention education curriculum and peer-to-peer education model were assessed.
Main Results
- A stroke prevention education website was successfully developed and implemented.
- Stroke Champions found the website useful and usable but requested more facilitation support.
- All participants completed training and evaluation.
Conclusions
- The Stroke Champion program shows potential for increasing stroke prevention knowledge within the African American community.
- Enhanced facilitation and support are necessary for Stroke Champions to effectively disseminate information and engage peers.
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