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LUCHAR: Using Computer Technology to Battle Heart Disease Among Latinos

Year: 2009

Type: article

Abstract: Many promising technology-based programs designed to promote healthy behaviors such as physical activity and healthy eating have not been adapted for use with diverse communities, including Latino communities. We designed a community-based health kiosk program for English- and Spanish-speaking Latinos. Users receive personalized feedback on nutrition, physical activity, and smoking behaviors from computerized role models that guide them in establishing goals in 1 or more of these 3 areas. We found significant improvements in nutrition and physical activity among 245 Latino program users; however, no changes were observed with respect to smoking behaviors. The program shows promise for extending the reach of chronic disease prevention and self-management programs.

Source: American Journal of Public Health

DOI: 10.2105/ajph.2009.162115

Authors: Bonnie Leeman-Castillo, Brenda Beaty, Silvia Raghunath, John Steiner, Sheana Bull

Institution: University of Colorado Denver

Language: English

Topic: Mobile Health and mHealth Applications

Subfield: General Health Professions

Field: Health Professions

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: green

Funders: National Institutes of Health, National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute