News tagged with community engagement


African-Americans express keen interest in medical research participation, study finds

In interviews with nearly 6,000 residents of five U.S. cities, African-Americans were more likely than other racial and ethnic groups to express an interest in participating in medical research, even if studies involved providing ...

Health created Apr 03, 2013 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Study finds residents believe vacant land threatens community, physical and mental health

As public health researchers continue efforts to understand the effects of neighborhood conditions on health, residents themselves can provide valuable insights regarding public health issues and potential solutions. A new ...

Health created Nov 30, 2012 | popularity 4 / 5 (1) | comments 0

Hula found to be a promising cardiac rehabilitation therapy

For the first time ever, researchers have determined the metabolic equivalent for hula in a study that shows the Native Hawaiian dance form can be an effective and engaging cardiac rehabilitation therapy.

Cardiology created Aug 31, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

MSU engages public on using newborn blood spots for research

With millions of newborns' blood samples stored in a Michigan bio-bank, researchers are working to determine public attitudes toward the practice of using the blood spots for medical research.

Other created Sep 21, 2011 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0