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Addressing multiple breast cancer risk factors in African-American women. J Natl Med Assoc 2004 Jan;96(1):76-86

Date

01/30/2004

Pubmed ID

14746356

Pubmed Central ID

PMC2594759

Scopus ID

2-s2.0-0345742647 (requires institutional sign-in at Scopus site)   5 Citations

Abstract

This pilot study explored the acceptability and feasibility of and estimated the effectiveness of a weight loss/breast health intervention designed to reduce breast cancer risk in African-American women ages 35-65. The study had a one-group repeated-measures design and took place in a community setting. Forty-four African-American women were recruited, 35 completed the program, and 30 returned for the one-year follow-up. The pilot intervention was three weeks in duration and included twice-weekly exercise classes and weekly active learning seminars that addressed weight loss, breast health, healthy eating, and leading an active life. Measures included those of behavior related to diet, physical activity, and breast health. Satisfaction questionnaires and focus groups were also used to assess acceptability and cultural competency. Statistical analyses included Paired t-tests and Wilcoxon signed ranks tests. Significant results postintervention showed improved physical activity, dietary, and breast health behaviors. Results suggest the acceptability, feasibility, and effectiveness of this comprehensive weight/loss breast health program in reducing multiple breast cancer risk factors among African-American women.

Author List

Stolley MR, Fitzgibbon ML, Wells A, Martinovich Z

Author

Melinda Stolley PhD Center Associate Director, Professor in the Medicine department at Medical College of Wisconsin

MESH terms used to index this publication - Major topics in bold

Adult
Analysis of Variance
Breast Neoplasms
Chicago
Female
Focus Groups
Health Behavior
Health Promotion
Humans
Life Style
Mass Screening
Middle Aged
Patient Satisfaction
Pilot Projects
Risk Factors
Weight Loss