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M'Cormack, Fredanna A. D.; Drolet, Judy C. – Health Educator, 2012
Introduction: Iron deficiency anemia prevalence of pregnant Sierra Leone women currently is reported to be 59.7%. Anemia is considered to be a direct cause of 3-7% of maternal deaths and an indirect cause of 20-40% of maternal deaths. This study explores knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors of urban pregnant Sierra Leone women regarding anemia.…
Descriptors: Pregnancy, Females, Health Promotion, Health Services
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Nobiling, Brandye; Drolet, Judy C. – Health Educator, 2012
Intrauterine devices (IUDs) have not been popular contraceptives in the US for the past 40 years. Recent evidence, however, has shown a slight rebirth in use, from a rate of approximately 2% in 2002 to over 5% in 2008 (Guttmacher Institute, 2010). Empirical evidence is favorable of IUD use in most women, but the still-low usage rate suggests…
Descriptors: Females, Student Attitudes, Marketing, Contraception
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Hutchins, Matt; Drolet, Judy C.; Ogletree, Roberta J. – Health Educator, 2010
Much attention has been given to the fact that Americans are becoming less active. This study was designed to examine the levels of exercise-specific self-efficacy and physical activity rates in a selected group of college students. Students were recruited as they entered a fitness facility. Participation consisted of completing a survey that…
Descriptors: College Students, Physical Activities, Self Efficacy, Physical Activity Level