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  • Ethnic minorities' leisure-time physical activity in the context of acculturation

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    Lee, Hyo
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    Eliminating physical activity disparities among ethnic minorities in the U.S. is important. Cultural differences have been found to be plausible contributing factors associated with such disparities. Therefore it is important to investigate and understand the mechanisms by which diverse aspects of cultural experiences affect physical activity participation among ethnic minorities,...
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    institutions by person and/or groups (as cited in Sam, 2006, p. 11). Therefore, individuals who undergo

  • Examining Hypertension Prevalence and Health Behavior Practices of Sub-Saharan African Immigrants in the United States

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    Nikuze, Scholastique
    Abstract:
    African-born population is one of the fastest growing group in the United States. Very little is known about their socio-demographic characteristics, health behavior practices and long-term health. The purpose of this study was to examine hypertension prevalence, health behavior practices and the impact socio-demographic factors have on these outcomes among...
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    individuals living in the United States will reach 42 million (Clark & King, 2008; Cunningham, Ruben