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Medientyp:
E-Artikel
Titel:
Evaluating Two Educational Interventions for Enhancing COVID-19 Knowledge and Attitudes in a Sample American Indian/Alaska Native Population
Beteiligte:
Takagi, Maya Asami;
Rhodes, Simone T.;
Kim, Jun Hwan;
King, Maxwell;
Soukar, Stephanie;
Martin, Chad;
Sasaki Cole, Angela;
Chan, Arlene;
Brennan, Ciara;
Zyzanski, Stephen;
Kissoondial, Barry;
Ragina, Neli
Erschienen:
MDPI AG, 2024
Erschienen in:
Vaccines, 12 (2024) 7, Seite 787
Sprache:
Englisch
DOI:
10.3390/vaccines12070787
ISSN:
2076-393X
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Background: The COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated existing healthcare disparities among American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) populations rooted in historical traumas and systemic marginalization. Methods: This study conducted at a single Indian Health Service (IHS) clinic in central Michigan evaluates two educational interventions for enhancing COVID-19 knowledge and attitudes in a sample AI/AN population. Utilizing a pre/post-intervention prospective study design, participants received either a video or infographic educational intervention, followed by a survey assessing their COVID-19 knowledge and attitudes. Results: The results indicate significant improvements in knowledge and attitudes post-intervention, with both modalities proving effective. However, specific factors such as gender, political affiliation, and place of residence influenced COVID-19 attitudes and knowledge, emphasizing the importance of tailored interventions. Conclusions: Despite limitations, this study highlights the critical role of educational interventions in addressing vaccine hesitancy and promoting health equity within AI/AN communities. Moving forward, comprehensive strategies involving increased Indian Health Service funding, culturally relevant interventions, and policy advocacy are crucial in mitigating healthcare disparities and promoting health equity within AI/AN communities.