Promoting health and wellness of African American brethren: because we are our brothers' keeper.
African American men overall have significantly higher mortality rates compared to White, Asian or Pacific Islander, and American Indian or Alaska Native American men. Several reports highlighting presumptions of clinicians and scientists regarding factors contributing to these trends have been published in the peer-reviewed literature. However, few give "voice" to the thoughts, concerns and opinions of African American men regarding their health and the health of their brethren. A pilot study was undertaken to explore the perceptions of African American men health. This report presents a summary of the issues, concerns and opinions expressed by a targeted group of African American men during the course of the study. Study findings provide insightful suggestions for clinicians, educators, researchers, and advocates relative to broadening the scope of efforts that aim to address the health needs of African American men.
Underwood
Sandra Millon
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University of Wisconsin Milwaukee, School of Nursing, WI 53201, USA. underwoo@uwm.edu
Berry
Marqus
M
Haley
Shelia
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D000328:Adult; D001741:Black or African American; D001294:Attitude to Health; D006293:Health Promotion; D054624:Health Status Disparities; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D054526:Men's Health; D008875:Middle Aged; D009026:Mortality / Q000208:ethnology; D012941:Social Responsibility; D014481:United States / Q000453:epidemiology