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Annotation: This fact sheet provides general information on diabetes and discusses different types of diabetes. It offers strategies for treating and preventing or delaying the disease. The fact sheet also includes national estimates on the prevalence of diabetes among various population groups, the incidence of diabetes, complications from diabetes, and deaths among individuals with diabetes.Data are presented in figures within the fact sheet. The Web site had an additional document, Data Sources, References, and Methods, which gives citations to literature related to various aspects of diabetes.

Contact: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 1600 Clifton Road, Atlanta, GA 30329-4027, Telephone: (800) 232-4636 Secondary Telephone: (888) 232-6348 E-mail: https://www.cdc.gov/cdc-info/forms/contact-us.html Web Site: http://www.cdc.gov Available from the website.

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Keywords: Adolescent health, Asian Americans, Blacks, Child health, Data, Diabetes mellitus, Gestational diabetes, Hawaiians, Hispanic Americans, Mortality, Older adults, Pacific Islanders, Physical activity, Prevention

Annotation: Using data from the 2001 California Health Interview Survey, this report examines the important health concerns of nonelderly women in California, including their health status, insurance coverage, and access to care. The report focuses on low-income women and women of color. The report is divided into the following main sections: (1) California's women: a diverse population, (2) health status, (3) health insurance coverage, (4) access to care issues, (5) discussion and policy implications, and (6) data sources and methods. Statistical information is presented in figures and tables throughout the report. The report includes footnotes.

Contact: UCLA Center for Health Policy Research, 10960 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 1550, Los Angeles, CA 90024, Telephone: (310) 794-0909 Fax: (310) 794-2686 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.healthpolicy.ucla.edu Available from the website.

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Keywords: Access to health care, Alaska natives, American Indians, Asian Americans, Blacks, California, Data, Health insurance, Health status, Hispanic Americans, Low income groups, Public policy, Racial factors, Surveys, Women', s health

Annotation: This report presents findings from the Commonwealth Fund 2001 Health Care Quality Survey. The report focuses on the differences in health care experiences among patients of various racial and ethnic backgrounds, including whites, Hispanics, African Americans, and Asian Americans. Where possible, the Hispanic and Asian American respondents are further broken down by country of origin and language group. Section topics include an overview, a profile of U.S. minority populations; patient-physician communications; cultural competence in health services; quality of clinical care for minority populations; access to health care; and health insurance coverage. The report also includes tables and one appendix on survey methodology.

Contact: Commonwealth Fund, One East 75th Street, New York, NY 10021, Telephone: (212) 606-3800 Fax: (212) 606-3500 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.commonwealthfund.org Available from the website.

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Keywords: Access to health care, Asian Americans, Blacks, Ethnic factors, Health insurance, Hispanic Americans, Immigrants, Minority health, Quality assurance, Racial factors, Surveys

Annotation: Lead abatement is a costly and disruptive secondary prevention procedure that benefits only those who live in the abated home. Primary prevention interventions—which may be less expensive and reach more people—are necessary. This study assessed the efficacy of a community-based, intensive, culturally specific educational intervention for the primary prevention of lead burden. The study hypothesized that lead levels of children whose mothers received the intensive education will remain lower than those of children whose mothers receive basic education, and that mothers receiving the intervention will perform better on knowledge-based tests than will mothers who do not. [Funded by the Maternal and Child Health Bureau]

Contact: National Technical Information Service, O.S. Department of Commerce, 5301 Shawnee Road, Alexandria, VA 22312, Telephone: (703) 605-6050 Secondary Telephone: (888) 584-8332 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.ntis.gov Document Number: NTIS PB2002-107491.

Keywords: American Indians, Asians-All others, Blacks, Hispanics-All others, Hispanics–Mexican Americans, Hispanics–Puerto Ricans, Infants, Lead Poisoning Prevention, Lead Poisoning Screening, MCH Research, Newborn infants, Parent Education, Parents, Peer Counseling, Preschool children, Research, Toddlers

Annotation: This report summarizes discussions from a roundtable of experts convened to review barriers in the United States and Canada that give rise to vaccination disparities and to identify strategies to achieve full vaccination. Topics include immunization and health disparity issues; potential barriers to full immunizations; issues relevant to African American, Latino, and Asian American children; the role of the healthcare provider; and innovative and simpler ways to vaccinate. The report also contains a summary of key issues, selected readings on immunization disparities and references. Statistical information is presented in tables throughout the report.

Contact: National Foundation for Infectious Diseases, 4733 Bethesda Avenue, Suite 750, Bethesda, MD 20814, Telephone: (301) 656-0003 Fax: (301) 907-0878 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.nfid.org Available from the website.

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Keywords: Access to health care, Asian Americans, Blacks, Ethnic groups, Health personnel, Hispanic Americans, Immunization, Immunization programs, Infection, Low income groups, Minority groups, Public policy, Underserved communities, Vaccination

Annotation: This supplement is an outgrowth of the 1999 report by the Surgeon General on mental health and illness. This report undertakes to probe more deeply into mental health disparities affecting racial and ethnic minorities and the role that cultural factors play in mental health. The report is divided into seven chapters including the introduction. Chapter two lays the foundation for understanding the relationships between culture, mental health, mental illness, and mental health services. Chapters three through six provide information about each racial and ethnic minority group: African Americans, American Indians and Alaska Natives, Asian Americans and Pacific islanders, and Hispanic Americans; including historical context and current status; and access to, availability of, and utilization of mental health services. Chapter seven concludes with promising directions and courses of action to reduce disparities and improve the mental health of racial and ethnic minorities. Each chapter concludes with a list of references. The appendices discuss the inclusion of minorities in clinical trials used to development treatment guidelines and a resource directory of relevant federal and private organizations. The report concludes with an index.

Contact: U.S. Government Publishing Office, 732 North Capitol Street, N.W., Washington, DC 20401, Telephone: (202) 512-1800 Secondary Telephone: (866) 512-1800 Fax: (202) 512-2104 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.gpo.gov Available from the website. Document Number: DHHS SMA-01-3613; ISBN 0-16-050892-4.

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Keywords: Alaska Natives, American Indians, Asian Americans, Blacks, Cultural diversity, Cultural factors, Culturally competent services, Disabilities, Ethnic factors, Hispanic Americans, Mental disorders, Mental health, Minority groups, Pacific Islanders, Racial factors, Research, Trends

Annotation: This fact sheet discusses disparities between Asian Americans, Pacific Islanders, and whites in access to health insurance coverage and health care and summarizes the policy implications. Graphs and tables present statistical data on health insurance, sources of care, and visits to physicians.

Contact: Henry J. Kaiser Family Foundation, 2400 Sand Hill Road, Menlo Park, CA 94025, Telephone: (650) 854-9400 Secondary Telephone: (202) 347-5270 Fax: (650) 854-4800 Web Site: http://www.kff.org Available from the website.

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Keywords: Access to health care, Asian Americans, Health insurance, Low income groups, Minority groups, Minority health, Pacific Islanders, Racial factors, Socioeconomic factors, Statistics

Annotation: This issue brief focuses on the health insurance coverage of the Asian American and Pacific Islander populations in California. The report examines the reasons for lack of coverage and how these groups cope obtain access to health care. Another section of the report provides information about the medical consequences of lack of care. An analysis of policy implications completes the report.

Keywords: Access to health care, Asian Americans, California, Employment, Pacific Islanders, Socioeconomic factors, State health insurance programs

Annotation: This chartbook compares findings from several private surveys and national data sources to demonstrate the state of minority health in the United States. It is intended to serve as a quick reference tool for currently available information on American Indians, Alaskan Natives, Asians, Pacific Islanders, Blacks, and Hispanics. The chartbook is divided into sections including statistical profiles of racial and ethnic composition of the U.S. population, vital statistics, health status and disease, health care access and utilization, health insurance coverage, and minority health professionals. Each section contains statistical data in the form of tables, graphs, and charts. A list of references is included. An appendix with a description of the surveys used in this analysis is provided.

Contact: Commonwealth Fund, One East 75th Street, New York, NY 10021, Telephone: (212) 606-3800 Fax: (212) 606-3500 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.commonwealthfund.org Available from the website.

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Keywords: Access to health care, Alaskan Natives, American Indians, Asian Americans, Blacks, Data, Demography, Ethnic factors, Health status, Hispanic Americans, Minority health, Pacific Islanders, Racial factors, Socioeconomic factors, Statistics, Surveys, Vital statistics

Annotation: This summary reports on the conference held in Seattle, WA, May 21-22, 1999 concerning issues related to the impact of the Human Genome Project on the Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) population. The summary covers 13 presentations on topics such as demographic and cultural aspects of the AAPI population; the difficulties encountered and factors to be considered in conducting research and meeting the healthcare needs of this population; the status and meaning of the Human Genome Project; the impact of new genetic research and technologies on healthcare delivery systems; the form and conduct of research projects; government funding and program priorities; and the ethical, legal, and social implications of genetic research. [Funded by the Maternal and Child Health Bureau]

Contact: Maternal and Child Health Library at Georgetown University, E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: https://www.mchlibrary.org Available from the website.

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Keywords: Asian Americans, Conferences, Ethnic factors, Genetics, MCH programs, Pacific Islanders

Annotation: This report offers current information on tobacco use among African Americans, Native Americans, Alaska natives, Asian Americans, Pacific Americans, and Hispanic Americans. The report covers patterns of tobacco use, health consequences of tobacco use, factors which influence tobacco use, and tobacco control and education in these populations. A glossary is included, and an executive summary accompanies the report.

Contact: U.S. Government Publishing Office, 732 North Capitol Street, N.W., Washington, DC 20401, Telephone: (202) 512-1800 Secondary Telephone: (866) 512-1800 Contact Phone: (202) 512-1650 Fax: (202) 512-2104 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.gpo.gov $20.00 includes shipping and handling.

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Keywords: Alaska natives, American Indians, Asian Americans, Blacks, Ethnic groups, Hispanic Americans, Minority groups, Pacific Americans, Pacific Islanders, Prevention, Smoking, Tobacco, Tobacco use

Annotation: This book focuses on the social and behavioral aspects of women's health in order to understand the complexities and differences in women's health and life situations. Topics include health and illness distribution among women in the United States; shared women's health issues and issues specific to those with disabilities; health practices, working, living conditions, and medical care; cultural complexities; race, class, culture, and age aspects in health issues, power and social control; and challenges and choices for the 21st century. Each chapter contains an introductory summary and list of references.

Contact: Ohio State University Press, 180 Pressey Hall, 1070 Carmack Road, Columbus, OH 43210, Telephone: (614) 292-6930 Secondary Telephone: (614) 292-7818 Fax: (614) 292-2065 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.ohiostatepress.org Available in libraries. Document Number: ISBN 0-8142-0705-7.

Keywords: Abuse, Access to health care, American Indians, Asian Americans, Blacks, Caregivers, Contraception, Hispanic Americans, Homosexuality, Research programs, Sociocultural factors, Socioeconomic factors, Women', Women', Workplace, s health, s health services

Annotation: This bibliography lists books, articles, and reports that focus on the conceptualization, implementation, and assessment of cultural competence, diversity, and sensitivity in the field of child abuse and neglect. It also considers welfare issues relating to specific ethnic groups including African Americans, Native Americans, Asian Americans, Pacific Islanders, and Hispanic Americans. The citations are organized according to those ethnic groups or by the form of the publication, bibliographies, conference proceedings, general materials, and programs. Author and keyword indexes are included.

Contact: American Humane Association, Children's Services, 63 Inverness Drive, East, Englewood, CO 80112, Telephone: (303) 792-9900 Secondary Telephone: (800) 227-4645 Fax: E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.americanhumane.org/children/ Available from the website.

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Keywords: American Indians, Asian Americans, Bibliographies, Blacks, Child abuse, Child neglect, Child protective services, Child welfare, Cultural diversity, Culturally competent services, Hispanic Americans, Pacific Islanders

Annotation: This report describes the development of the Multicultural Health Demonstration Project established by the National Association of County Health Officials. The authors provide an overview of the project, which paired local health departments with community-based organizations that represented Asians, Hispanics, and Pacific Islanders to increase access to health care for these populations. The report describes programs in Honolulu, Hawaii; Howard County, Maryland; and San Luis Obispo County, California. The authors describe leader training workshops held at each site, include program evaluations, offer recommendations for developing future programs, and provide a list of resources.

Contact: National Association of County and City Health Officials, 1100 17th Street, N.W., Seventh Floor, Washington, DC 20036, Telephone: (202) 783-5550 Fax: (202) 783-1583 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.naccho.org Available from the website.

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Keywords: Access to care, Asians, California, Community organizations, Cultural diversity, Culturally competent services, Ethnic groups, Hawaii, Hispanic Americans, Local health departments, Maryland, Minority groups, Outreach, Pacific Islanders, Program descriptions

Annotation: This report traces the development of the Farmworker Women's Health Project in 1991. It focuses on the founding conference, the first meeting of the steering committee, and two subsequent conferences that focused on farmworker women and AIDS. The report describes events at each of the meetings that contributed to the formulation of the policy recommendations contained in the report. These recommendations cover specific health issues that are important to farmworker women such as AIDS, health, housing, exposure to pesticides, and wages and working conditions. [Funded in part by the Maternal and Child Health Bureau]

Contact: Farmworker Justice Fund, 1126 16th Street NW, Suite 270, Washington, DC 20036, Telephone: (202) 293-5420 Fax: (202) 293-5427 Web Site: http://www.fwjustice.org/ Available from the website.

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Keywords: AIDS, Asian Americans, Blacks, Conferences, Employment, Farm workers, Housing, Mexican Americans, Migrants, Policy development, Public health, Puerto Ricans, Women, Women', s health

Annotation: This manual is the training book used by community health advocates at the South East Asian Regional Community Health project. The advocates provide outreach services to Asian Americans living in Columbus, Detroit, and Toledo, Ohio. The manual provides a cultural overview of the health beliefs, attitudes, and behaviors common in South East Asia; and it reviews procedures for developing outreach services. The manual contains training modules on cultural heritage, learning to live in the United States, health and illness, an overview of the health care system, using health services, making appointments and payments, preventive health practices, women's health issues, and raising healthy children. The manual provides a resource list and an extensive bibliography organized by categories. [Funded in part by the Maternal and Child Health Bureau]

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Keywords: Asian Americans, Attitudes, Behavior, Child health services, Children, Cultural beliefs, Health educators, Maternal health services, Mothers, Ohio, Outreach, Resources for professionals

Annotation: This book presents information to school administrators, teachers, policymakers, and the public on the need to develop multicultural programs for educating children about health issues. The book's 17 chapters, written by individual authors, focus on various aspects of developing culturally relevant health education programs. Chapters are organized around broad categories: foundations for multicultural health education, comprehensive health education in a multicultural world, multicultural relevance in instruction, increasing staff capabilities, and family and community involvement. An appendix contains national and state-by-state population figures for various ethnic groups in elementary and secondary schools plus several other tables of demographic information.

Contact: ETR Associates, 4 Carbonero Way, Scotts Valley, CA 95066-4200, Telephone: (831) 438-4060 Secondary Telephone: (800) 321-4407 Fax: (800) 435-8433 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.etr.org $34.95 plus shipping and handling. Document Number: ISBN 1-56071-355-0.

Keywords: Adolescents, American Indians, Asian Americans, Blacks, Children, Cultural diversity, Cultural factors, Demographics, Health education, Hispanic Americans, Program evaluation, School age children, School based programs, Whites

Annotation: This report synthesizes data available on the health status of African American, Hispanic, Asian American, Pacific Islander, and Native American women throughout their lives. The report provides an overview of women for each of the main minority populations. Information, often in statistical form, is then presented to express minority women's health status. Topics include chronic illnesses, reproductive health, habits and life styles, and access to health care services. There is also an examination of the improvement of health status of minority women. Issues discussed include data collection, facilities, providers, and research.

Contact: Women's Research and Education Institute, 3300 North Fairfax Drive, Suite 218 , Arlington , VA 20001, Telephone: (703) 812-7990 Contact Phone: (202) 328-7070 Fax: (703) 812-0687 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.wrei.org

Keywords: Access to health care, American Indians, Asian Americans, Blacks, Health care systems, Health care utilization, Health status, Hispanic Americans, Pacific Islanders, Statistics, Women

Annotation: This report documents the efforts of Washington state's health agency to improve access for Asian and Pacific Islander women and children. The report focuses on policies and program implementation and serves as an example of how state health agencies and MCH programs can assure that public health services meet the changing cultural and linguistic needs of the state's population.

Contact: Association of State and Territorial Health Officials, 2231 Crystal Drive, Suite 450, Arlington, VA 22202, Telephone: (202) 371-9090 Fax: (571) 527-3189 Web Site: http://www.astho.org Available from the website.

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Keywords: Asian Americans, Access to health care, Case studies, Culturally competent services, Pacific Americans, State initiatives, Washington

Annotation: In this report, the United States Conference of Local Health Officers (USCLHO) addresses the numerous obstacles encountered at the local level to the provision of services to limited/non-English speaking groups and provides recommendations for action to be taken by both local health departments and Federal health policymakers. The report contains 3 main sections: 1) a review of the literature on issues related to the impact of languages other than English as spoken by clients who access local health care; 2) a report on the findings from a 1992 USCLHO survey of local health departments to gauge the status of local health services specifically targeting limited/non-English speakers; and 3) a series of case profiles portraying specialized local health department programs that seek to improve access to health services for linguistic minorities in 7 urban areas.

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Keywords: Access to health care, American Indians, Asian Americans, Blacks, Community health services, Health policy, Hispanic Americans, Limited English speakers, Migrant health, Minority health, Public health programs, Public health services, Sociocultural factors