Implementing intervention mapping to tailor the evidence-based PREDIMED intervention for medically underserved...

Area of Science:

• Oncology
• Nutritional Science
• Health Disparities

Background:

• Prostate cancer disproportionately affects men with low socioeconomic status, particularly racial and ethnic minorities.
• Addressing health disparities in cancer care is crucial for underserved populations.

Purpose of the Study:

• To develop a culturally tailored Mediterranean diet intervention for medically underserved Black and Hispanic men diagnosed with prostate cancer.
• Utilizing the Intervention Mapping Adaptation (IM ADAPT) framework to ensure cultural relevance and evidence-based design.

Main Methods:

• Collaborative development involving community scientists and patient stakeholders to identify dietary needs and preferences.
• Review of existing interventions for cultural appropriateness and adaptation using the six-step IM ADAPT framework.
• Incorporation of stakeholder feedback throughout the adaptation process to refine intervention components.

Main Results:

• A culturally adapted Mediterranean diet intervention was successfully developed.
• The intervention includes tailored dietary recommendations, food provision strategies, and educational materials.
• Intervention components are specifically designed to meet the unique needs of Black and Hispanic men with prostate cancer.

Conclusions:

• The IM ADAPT framework facilitated the creation of a culturally tailored, evidence-based dietary intervention for pilot testing.
• This adaptable model can inform the design of future interventions for diverse racial and ethnic minority cancer patient populations.
• Culturally sensitive dietary interventions are essential for improving health outcomes in medically underserved communities.