Empowering patients to be effective advocates for their health requires that they have
adequate information and understanding about their health conditions. Many patients have …

COVID-19 vaccination rates have increased since distribution began in December 2020.
However, in some states, such as South Carolina, getting people to take the vaccine has …

The Black church has become a necessary refuge and haven for hope in turbulent times in
the USA. In recent years, the Black pastors' role has evolved into the position of a leading …

This study sought to identify the occupational stressors Black pastors experience, who serve
in Black Church denominations and Black nondenominational churches. A total of 218 …

Wide-reaching health promotion interventions are needed in influential, accessible
community settings to address African American (AA) diabetes and CVD disparities. Most …

Black Americans are more likely than other racial/ethnic groups to rely on spiritual and
religious resources for mental health support. As such, counselors must seek unique ways to …

African American pastors are recognized as trusted information sources for their
communities. The pastors willing to address health-related concerns such as preventing the …

Abstract Depression among African American adults can diminish their daily functioning and
quality of life. African American communities commonly uses religion and spirituality (R/S) to …

Fit with Faith is a 10-week, diet, physical activity, and stress reduction intervention for African-
American clergy and spouses, which included: meetings, phone calls, a behavior tracking …

Abstract Background African Americans (AAs) and other racial/ethnic minority groups
continue to be underrepresented in medical research and clinical trials. Failure to create …