Primary Care Provider Understanding of Hair Care Maintenance as a Barrier to Physical Activity in African American Women

[摘要] Introduction: African American (AA) women have reported hair maintenance as a barrier to regular exercise; however, to our knowledge, this study is the first to identify primary care provider thoughts, attitudes, beliefs, and knowledge regarding hair as a barrier to increased physical activity among AA females.

[学科分类] 过敏症与临床免疫学

[关键词] Cultural Competency;Exercise;Habits;Hair;Health Behavior;Life Style;Minority Health;Obesity;Patient-Centered Care;Primary Health Care;Social Determinants of Health;Surveys and Questionnaires