Impact of Peer Nutrition Education on Dietary Behaviors and Health Outcomes among Latinos: A Systematic Literature Review

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to consider the effectiveness of partnership working in public health and draws on a systematic review of public health partnerships and original research conducted by the authors. It then considers in the light of research evidence whether the recently established Health and Wellbeing Boards (HWBs) under the 2012 Health and Social Care Act will help agencies to work together more effectively to improve population health or will go the way of previous initiatives and fall short of their original promise. Design/methodology/approach – The paper is based on a systematic literature review conducted by the authors and empirical research focusing upon the ability of public health partnerships to reduce health inequalities and improve population health outcomes. It also draws on recent studies evaluating HWBs. Findings – The paper finds that, hitherto, public health partnerships have had limited impact on improving population health and reducing health inequalities and that there is a danger that HWBs will follow the same path-dependent manner of previous partnership initiatives with limited impact in improving population health outcomes and reducing health inequalities. Research limitations/implications – The research draws on a systematic literature review and further scoping review of public health partnerships, in addition to empirical research conducted by the authors. It also reviews the current evidence base on HWBs. It is recognised that HWBs are in their early stages and have not as yet had the time to fulfil their role in service collaboration and integration. Practical implications – The paper gives an overview of how and why public health partnerships in the past have not lived up to the expectations placed upon them. It then offers practical steps that HWBs need to take to take to ensure the mistakes of the past are not replicated in the future. Social implications – The research outlines how public health partnerships can operate in a more effective manner, to ensure a more seamless provision for service users. The paper then gives pointers as to how this can benefit HWBs and the wider community they serve. Originality/value – The paper draws on a comprehensive research study of the effectiveness of public health partnerships on improving health outcomes and a systematic literature review. In addition, it also draws upon the current evidence base evaluating HWBs, to inform the discussion on their future prospects, in regard to partnership working in public health and promoting service integration.

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Research gaps in transforming tuberculosis data to action for better health outcomes: A systematic literature review

Journal of Global Health ◽

10.7189/jogh.11.04058 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 11 ◽

Author(s):

Manish Kumar ◽

Meredith Silver ◽

Jeanne Chauffour ◽

Colleen Boyle ◽

David Boone

Keyword(s):

Literature Review ◽

Health Outcomes ◽

Systematic Literature Review ◽

Research Gaps

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Competency‐based assessment in nutrition education: A systematic literature review

Journal of Human Nutrition and Dietetics ◽

10.1111/jhn.12946 ◽

2021 ◽

Author(s):

Sarah O'Donovan ◽

Claire Palermo ◽

Lisa Ryan

Keyword(s):

Literature Review ◽

Nutrition Education ◽

Systematic Literature Review ◽

Competency Based ◽

Competency Based Assessment

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Author Correction: A systematic literature review on the European, African and Amerindian genetic ancestry components on Brazilian health outcomes

Scientific Reports ◽

10.1038/s41598-020-64606-z ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 10 (1) ◽

Author(s):

Fabiana dos Santos Carolino Firmo Pereira ◽

Raphael Mendonça Guimarães ◽

Alexandre Ramos Lucidi ◽

Doralina Guimarães Brum ◽

Carmen Lucia Antão Paiva ◽

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Keyword(s):

Literature Review ◽

Health Outcomes ◽

Systematic Literature Review ◽

Genetic Ancestry

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Characteristics of successful primary school-based experiential nutrition programmes: a systematic literature review

Public Health Nutrition ◽

10.1017/s1368980020004024 ◽

2020 ◽

pp. 1-21

Author(s):

Karen Charlton ◽

Teagan Comerford ◽

Natika Deavin ◽

Karen Walton

Keyword(s):

Literature Review ◽

Primary School ◽

Nutrition Education ◽

Systematic Literature Review ◽

Fruits And Vegetables ◽

Vegetable Intake ◽

School Nutrition ◽

Nutritional Knowledge ◽

Taste Testing ◽

Primary Schoolchildren

Abstract Objective: Diet and nutrition in childhood has been associated with the risk of chronic disease later in life. The aim of this review was to identify key characteristics of successful experiential nutrition interventions aimed to change nutrition-related cognitive and behavioural outcomes in primary schoolchildren. Design: A systematic literature review was undertaken using search terms (‘food security’, ‘school’, ‘nutrition’ and ‘program’) applied to five scientific databases (CINAHL, Scopus, Web of Science, Medline and Academic Search complete), with outcomes defined as nutrition-related knowledge, attitudes and/or dietary behaviours. Participants: Primary school-aged children exposed to interventions conducted, at least partially, on school grounds. Results: A total of 3800 articles were identified from the initial search and manual searching, of which sixty-seven articles were eligible for inclusion. Forty-two articles met the criteria of being successful, defined as achieving significant differences in outcomes of interest, accompanied by a demonstrated reach. Interventions included school gardens (n 9), food provision (n 5), taste testing (n 8), cooking classes (n 10) and multicomponent programmes (n 10). Nutrition education (when combined with taste testing), cooking-related activities and gardening interventions increased children’s willingness to taste unfamiliar foods including new fruits and vegetables, improved their cooking and food preparation skills and increased nutritional knowledge. Conclusions: This review provides evidence that nutrition education programmes in primary schoolchildren that are experiential in nature are most likely to be successful if they include multiple strategies, have parental involvement and focus specifically on vegetable intake.

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Diabetes Conversation Maps and Health Outcomes: A Systematic Literature Review

Value in Health ◽

10.1016/j.jval.2015.09.2155 ◽

2015 ◽

Vol 18 (7) ◽

pp. A617-A618 ◽

Cited By ~ 2

Author(s):

E Srulovici ◽

C Kay ◽

M Rotem ◽

N Golfenshtein ◽

R Balicer ◽

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Keyword(s):

Literature Review ◽

Health Outcomes ◽

Systematic Literature Review

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The effects of payments for pharmaceuticals: a systematic literature review

Health Economics Policy and Law ◽

10.1017/s1744133116000335 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 14 (03) ◽

pp. 337-354 ◽

Cited By ~ 4

Author(s):

Katarzyna Kolasa ◽

Marta Kowalczyk

Keyword(s):

Health Care ◽

Literature Review ◽

Health Outcomes ◽

Health Care Costs ◽

Drug Cost ◽

Systematic Literature Review ◽

Cost Sharing ◽

Health Care Services ◽

Care Services ◽

Care Costs

AbstractThe existence of different forms of out-of-pocket payments (OOPs) for pharmaceuticals across the globe provokes the question whether they can achieve more negative or positive consequences. A systematic literature review was conducted to assess the association between drug cost sharing and health care services utilization, health care costs as well as health outcomes. Studies published in The Cochrane Library, PubMed, Embase were searched with such keywords as: drug, pharmaceutical, cost sharing, out of pocket, co-payments paired with the following: impact, health outcomes, health care costs and utilization. The final review included 18 articles. A total of 11 publications reported the association between drug cost sharing and health care utilization patterns, of which nine found a statistically significant direct relationship. In all 10 publications concerned the association between drug copayments and health care costs. Majority were limited to the impact on the drug budget. Seven studies looked into the link between drug cost sharing and health outcomes, of which five reported statistically significant inverse relationship. There is some evidence for the association between drug copayments, health outcomes and health care services consumption. The optimal system of OOPs’ payments for pharmaceuticals needs to prevent drugs’ overconsumption and mitigate the risks of excessive cost sharing’s burden.

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The Benefits and Risks of CrossFit: A Systematic Review

Workplace Health & Safety ◽

10.1177/2165079916685568 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 65 (12) ◽

pp. 612-618 ◽

Cited By ~ 25

Author(s):

Jena Meyer ◽

Janet Morrison ◽

Julie Zuniga

Keyword(s):

Systematic Review ◽

Occupational Health ◽

Literature Review ◽

Health Outcomes ◽

Systematic Literature Review ◽

High Intensity ◽

Exercise Program ◽

High Intensity Exercise ◽

Injury Rates ◽

Crossfit Training

With the increase in popularity of the CrossFit exercise program, occupational health nurses may be asked questions about the appropriateness of CrossFit training for workers. This systematic literature review was conducted to analyze the current research on CrossFit, and assess the benefits and risks of this exercise strategy. Thirteen studies ( N = 2,326 participants) examined the use of CrossFit training among adults; CrossFit is comparable to other exercise programs with similar injury rates and health outcomes. Occupational health nurses should assess previous injuries prior to recommending this form of exercise. Ideal candidates for CrossFit are adults who seek high-intensity exercise with a wide variety of exercise components.

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