Continuity of Care and Lifestyle Intervention Programs for Spanish-Speaking Immigrants Without Health Insurance at a Free Clinic in Rhode Island
Year: 2024
Type: article
Study design: Observational Study
Abstract: Introduction: We conducted a retrospective cohort study to evaluate changes in metabolic biomarkers among participants in Bridging the [Health Equity] Gap (BTG), a free program run by Clínica Esperanza/Hope Clinic (CEHC) for Spanish-speaking immigrants without health insurance in Rhode Island. Methods: ), and systolic and diastolic blood pressure at baseline and at 6, 12, 18, and 21 months after enrollment. We used paired t tests to identify changes in measurements and conducted a regression analysis to analyze trends in longitudinal patient outcomes. Results: and blood glucose measurements above trendlines. Conclusion: The BTG program demonstrated resilience in supporting improvement in the metabolic biomarkers of participants, despite disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, the continued engagement of participants in self-care despite limited health care access, and underscores the positive role of free clinics among low-income, Spanish-speaking immigrants.
Source: Preventing Chronic Disease
DOI: 10.5888/pcd21.240136
Authors: Chilsea Wang, Jocelyn Yang, Julia Testa, Muneet Gill, Morgan Leonard, Anne S. De Groot
Language: English
Topic: Migration, Health and Trauma
Subfield: Clinical Psychology
Field: Psychology
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4404585408