SHARING INSIGHTS: INTRODUCING BRAIN HEALTH RESEARCH TO LA COMUNIDAD LATINA IN NORTH CAROLINA
2024

Increasing Latino Participation in Brain Health Research

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Author Information

Author(s): Chanti-Ketterl Marianne, Welsh-Bohmer Kathleen, Royo Sofia, Plassman Brenda

Primary Institution: Duke University

Hypothesis

How can we effectively recruit Latinos into brain health research studies?

Conclusion

The study achieved a twofold increase in Latino enrollment in brain health research by addressing structural inequities and cultural beliefs.

Supporting Evidence

  • Recruiting Latinos into research studies presents multifaceted challenges.
  • Effective strategies were employed to increase Latino enrollment in the NC Registry.
  • Community engagement and educational initiatives were key to the study's success.

Takeaway

This study shows that by understanding and addressing the unique challenges faced by Latino communities, we can get more people involved in important brain health research.

Methodology

The study utilized participant tracking methodology to ensure appropriate study contact without overwhelming individuals.

Participant Demographics

The study focuses on the Hispanic/Latino(a)x community in North Carolina.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1093/geroni/igae098.1407

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