Evaluation of A Breastfeeding Promotion Film Among A Racially Minoritized Sample

Abstract Background: In Los Angeles County (LAC), disparities in breastfeeding rates vary by race and region. Black persons are more affected by social and environmental factors than other racial/ethnic groups, leading to lower breast/chestfeeding rates. This study aims to evaluate the community’s knowledge, perceptions, experiences, barriers, and solutions regarding breast/chestfeeding among Black persons. Methods: Participant responses were collected anonymously through an online survey (via QR code) pre-and post-viewing with open- and closed-ended questions. There were 15 pre-screening questions and 24 post-screening questions. Questions included four main areas in breast/chestfeeding: current/past experiences, support, awareness of laws, and solutions. Central tendency, variance, and paired differences were calculated from evaluation responses. Results: There were 185 participants who completed the pre-screening evaluation and 57 participants who completed the post-screening evaluation. Racial/ethnic differences were found for stated reasons for attendance, and perceptions of breastfeeding being challenging after viewing the video. Most participants felt the video was relevant (median response = “2-relevant”; IQR = “3-neutral”, “1-very relevant”), learned something new (81.4%) and knew how to access breast/chestfeeding support after viewing the video (93.2%). Conclusions: Current media is a way to alter perceptions and opinions, and provides information. Additionally, it can be a way of increasing awareness of issues that Black breast/chestfeeding persons encounter. Strategic marketing efforts for future film screenings may increase attendance from those that can gain insight into breast/chestfeeding support (youth/young adults and males). Supportive breast/chestfeeding environments can also be a reality with a readily accessible, unified, and encouraging personal and professional networks.

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Racial/Ethnic Differences in Influenza and Pneumococcal Vaccination Rates Among Older Adults in New York City and Los Angeles and Orange Counties

Preventing Chronic Disease ◽

10.5888/pcd15.180101 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 15 ◽

Cited By ~ 4

Author(s):

Stephanie C. Tse ◽

Laura C. Wyatt ◽

Chau Trinh-Shevrin ◽

Simona C. Kwon

Keyword(s):

Older Adults ◽

New York ◽

New York City ◽

Los Angeles ◽

Ethnic Differences ◽

York City ◽

Pneumococcal Vaccination ◽

Vaccination Rates ◽

Racial Ethnic

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Are There Racial Disparities in the Use of Restraints and Outcomes after Motor Vehicle Collisions in Los Angeles County?

The American Surgeon ◽

10.1177/000313481107701016 ◽

2011 ◽

Vol 77 (10) ◽

pp. 1346-1348 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

Arezou Yaghoubian ◽

Christian De Virgilio ◽

Amy H. Kaji ◽

Brant Putnam ◽

Angela L. Neville ◽

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Keyword(s):

Los Angeles ◽

Ethnic Differences ◽

Los Angeles County ◽

Injury Severity ◽

Motor Vehicle ◽

Hospital Length Of Stay ◽

Motor Vehicle Collisions ◽

Vehicle Collisions ◽

Risk Of Death ◽

Racial Ethnic

Motor vehicle collisions (MVCs) continue to be a leading cause of traumatic death, yet there is a paucity of data regarding racial/ethnic differences in injury severity, use of restraints, and outcomes. This study determines whether racial/ethnic disparities exist in adult MVC victims. A retrospective review of patients (age older than 18 years) involved in MVC in Los Angeles County from 2004 to 2009 was performed. Main outcome measures were hospital length of stay, mortality, and complication rate. Independent variables evaluated included race/ethnicity, use of restraints, age, gender, Injury Severity Score (ISS), and Glasgow Coma Scale. During the 5-year study period, 22,444 patients were involved in an MVC in Los Angeles County. Overall restraint use was 69 per cent, lowest in blacks (67%) and Hispanics (68%). Mortality and morbidity rates were both 3 per cent for all racial/ethnic groups. On multivariable analysis, higher ISS, older age, male gender, not wearing a seatbelt, and being Asian increased the risk of death. In conclusion, our study demonstrated racial/ethnic differences in MVC victims, particularly identifying that Hispanics and blacks were less likely to be restrained and thus could be the target of future injury prevention programs.

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Racial/ethnic differences in job accessibility effects: Explaining employment and commutes in the Los Angeles region

Transportation Research Part D Transport and Environment ◽

10.1016/j.trd.2019.09.007 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 76 ◽

pp. 56-71 ◽

Cited By ~ 3

Author(s):

Lingqian Hu

Keyword(s):

Los Angeles ◽

Ethnic Differences ◽

Job Accessibility ◽

Racial Ethnic

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Density of medical and recreational cannabis outlets: racial/ethnic differences in the associations with young adult intentions to use cannabis, e-cigarettes, and cannabis mixed with tobacco/nicotine

Journal of Cannabis Research ◽

10.1186/s42238-021-00084-y ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 3 (1) ◽

Author(s):

Regina A. Shih ◽

Joan S. Tucker ◽

Eric R. Pedersen ◽

Rachana Seelam ◽

Michael S. Dunbar ◽

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Keyword(s):

Young Adults ◽

Los Angeles ◽

Ethnic Differences ◽

Electronic Cigarettes ◽

Medical Cannabis ◽

Full Sample ◽

Race Ethnicity ◽

The Impact ◽

Racial Ethnic ◽

Linear Regressions

Abstract Background Differences in access to medical versus recreational cannabis outlets and their associations with intentions to use cannabis have not yet been examined among young adults. This study compares the associations between densities of medical versus recreational cannabis outlets and young adults’ intentions to use cannabis, electronic cigarettes, and cannabis mixed with tobacco/nicotine products. Racial/ethnic differences in these associations were examined. Methods Young adults ages 18–23 (mean age = 20.9) in Los Angeles County were surveyed online in 2018 after the legalization of recreational cannabis (n = 604). Multiple linear regressions were estimated for the entire sample and stratified by race/ethnicity. Outcomes were intentions to use cannabis, electronic cigarettes, and cannabis mixed with tobacco/nicotine in the next 6 months. Density was measured as the number of medical cannabis dispensaries (MCDs), recreational cannabis retailers (RCRs), and outlets of any type within 5 miles of respondents’ homes. Results Living near more outlets of any type was not significantly associated with intentions to use in the full sample, adjusting for individual- and neighborhood-level characteristics. However, race/ethnicity-stratified models indicated that living near more outlets of any type and more RCRs were significantly associated with stronger co-use intentions among white young adults. Higher MCD density was marginally associated with stronger co-use intentions among Asian young adults. However, higher MCD density was significantly associated with lower intentions to use e-cigarettes among Hispanic young adults. Conclusions The results suggest racial/ethnic differences in the impact of living near cannabis outlets on intentions to use. Prevention efforts targeting young adults who live near more cannabis outlets may be especially beneficial for white and Asian young adults.

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