LUCHAR: Using computer technology to battle heart disease among latinos

B. Leeman-Castillo, B. Beaty, S. Raghunath, J. Steiner and S. Bull

American Journal of Public Health, 2010, vol. 100, issue 2, 272-275

Abstract: Many promising technologybased 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 Spanishspeaking 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.

Date: 2010
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DOI: 10.2105/AJPH.2009.162115

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