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1. Comparing community-driven COVID-19 vaccine distribution methods: Faith-based organizations vs. outpatient clinics

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Pearl A McElfish, Brett Rowland, Spencer Hall, Sheena CarlLee, Sharon Reece, Michael D Macechko, Sumit K Shah, Martha O Rojo, Sheldon Riklon, Gloria Richard-Davis, Luis Paganelli Marin, Melisa Laelan, Benetick K Maddison, Eldon Alik, and James P Selig

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covid-19 vaccine, faith-based organizations, low socioeconomic communities, minority communities, outpatient clinics, vaccine uptake, Medicine
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Background: Minority and low socioeconomic communities may face practical barriers to vaccination, including decreased access to health care and less trust in healthcare organizations; however, few studies have focused on these barriers as the cause of differential vaccine uptake. We worked with community partners to implement and evaluate two community-driven approaches to COVID-19 vaccination distribution—through faith-based organizations (FBOs) and outpatient clinics—with a focus on understanding the differences between the populations who accessed each distribution method. Methodology: Participants who came to the vaccination locations were approached and asked to complete a survey during their 15 min post-vaccination observation period. Differences between distribution locations were examined using Chi-square tests. Results: The survey rendered 1,476 valid responses, with a total of 927 participants recruited at clinical locations and 519 at FBOs during vaccination events. There were significant differences by race/ethnicity, with distribution methods at FBOs reaching a higher proportion of Hispanic/Latino and Marshallese participants. The proportion of uninsured participants who had lower health literacy and had lower educational attainment was higher with the FBO distribution method. FBO participants were more likely to report “completely” trusting the COVID-19 vaccine. There was no significant difference between FBO and clinic participants with regard to the level of vaccine hesitancy. There were no statistically significant differences with regard to access. Conclusion: A higher proportion of Hispanic/Latino and Marshallese participants utilized FBOs for vaccination, suggesting collaborations with FBOs can potentially increase vaccination uptake among minority communities and help mitigate vaccination disparities.

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2022
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2. Parents’ and Guardians’ Intentions to Vaccinate Children against COVID-19

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Pearl A. McElfish, Don E. Willis, Sumit K. Shah, Sharon Reece, Jennifer A. Andersen, Mario Schootman, Gloria Richard-Davis, James P. Selig, and T. Scott Warmack

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COVID-19, parent/guardian, child, vaccine hesitancy, Medicine
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A cross-sectional survey design was used to assess Arkansas parents’/guardians’ intentions to vaccinate their child against COVID-19. Parents/guardians whose oldest child was age 0–11 years (n = 171) or 12–17 years (n = 198) were recruited between 12 July and 30 July 2021 through random digit dialing. Among parents/guardians with an age-eligible child, age 12–17, 19% reported their child had been vaccinated, and 34% reported they would have their child vaccinated right away. Among parents/guardians with a child aged 0–11, 33% of parents/guardians reported they would have their child vaccinated right away. Twenty-eight percent (28%) of parents/guardians whose oldest child was 12–17 and 26% of parents/guardians whose oldest child was 0–11 reported they would only have their child vaccinated if their school required it; otherwise, they would definitely not vaccinate them. For both groups, parents’/guardians’ education, COVID-19 vaccination status, and COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy were significantly associated with intentions to vaccinate their child. More than a third of parents/guardians whose child was eligible for vaccination at the time of the survey reported they intended to have them vaccinated right away; however, they had not vaccinated their child more than two months after approval. This finding raises questions about the remaining barriers constraining some parents/guardians from vaccinating their child.

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2022
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3. Understanding Attitudes, Beliefs, and Behaviors Surrounding Menopause Transition: Results from Three Surveys

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Gloria Richard-Davis, Andrea Singer, Deanna D King, and Lisa Mattle

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General Medicine, General Chemistry, Patient Related Outcome Measures
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Gloria Richard-Davis,1 Andrea Singer,2 Deanna D King,3 Lisa Mattle4 1Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Arkansas Medical Center, Little Rock, AR, USA; 2Medicine and Obstetrics and Gynecology, MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, Washington, DC, USA; 3Medical Affairs US, Astellas Pharma, Northbrook, IL, USA; 4Behavioral Science Consortium, Astellas Pharma, Northbrook, IL, USACorrespondence: Gloria Richard-Davis, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Arkansas Medical Center, 4301 W Markham St. UAMS SL-518, Little Rock, AR, 72205, USA, Tel +1 501 686 7299, Email gricharddavis@uams.eduPurpose: To understand women’s perspectives, attitudes, and beliefs surrounding menopause transition and increase understanding of digital technology use for symptom management.Patients and Methods: Information was obtained using three studies of women aged 40– 65 years experiencing menopause transition symptoms. The HealthyWomen online cross-sectional survey was designed to reflect an inclusive sociodemographic sample representative of the US population. BECOME was a blinded, ethnographic, qualitative research study of women’s menopause transition experiences and comprised facilitator-led online asynchronous discussions, online homework entries, and audio-only teleconferences. The NODE.Health online, two-part, cross-sectional patient survey was designed to capture patient and healthcare provider (HCP) sentiment about the use of digital health technologies to address gaps in perimenopausal symptom knowledge and management.Results: The HealthyWomen survey included 1045 participants, 37 were included in BECOME, and 100 completed the NODE.Health survey. Hot flashes, night sweats, and sleep problems were the most frequently experienced symptoms in the HealthyWomen survey, and over half of participants experiencing symptoms felt the need to seek relief. Whether menopause was considered a medical problem or natural process differed by self-identified race, culture, and ethnicity, as did the likelihood of consulting a HCP over symptoms. Participants preferred to discuss menopause transition with HCPs who did not rush them, were good listeners, and had expertise in the area. Most technology experience was with health websites, but nearly half were unsatisfied with online resources describing menopause-related symptoms. Convenience, ease of use, and accessibility were the most common reasons for pursuing digital health technology.Conclusion: Factors such as cultural beliefs, values and attitudes towards menopause determine personal experiences. More open discussions with friends, family, and HCPs may raise awareness and reduce barriers to seeking help. To provide optimal care throughout the menopause transition, HCPs should consider patients’ psychosocial and cultural backgrounds, and personal and subjective perspectives.Keywords: vasomotor symptoms, sleep disturbance, women’s health, weight gain, vaginal dryness, digital health

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2022
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4. NAMS 2021 Utian Translational Science SymposiumSeptember 2021, Washington, DCCharting the path to health in midlife and beyond: the biology and practice of wellness

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Nanette F. Santoro, Helen L. Coons, Samar R. El Khoudary, C. Neill Epperson, Julianne Holt-Lunstad, Hadine Joffe, Sarah H. Lindsey, Kara L. Marlatt, Patti Montella, Gloria Richard-Davis, Bonny Rockette-Wagner, Marcel E. Salive, Cynthia Stuenkel, Rebecca C. Thurston, Nancy Woods, and Holly Wyatt

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Applied Mathematics, General Mathematics, Obstetrics and Gynecology
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2022
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6. A review of African American women's experiences in menopause

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Makeba Williams, Gloria Richard-Davis, Artemis Weickert, Leslie Christensen, Earlise Ward, and Sarina Schrager

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Black or African American, Quality of Life, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Humans, Female, Health Status Disparities, Menopause
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Little is known and reported about the experiences of African American women as they transition to and experience menopause. Accepted norms are based on the experience of a predominantly White population. The aim of this study is to review available data about the distinct experiences of African American women during the menopause transition and menopause.A literature search was developed and executed by the review team in collaboration with a health sciences librarian. The search combined controlled vocabulary and title/abstract terms related to the health status disparities of African Americans in the menopause transition and menopause. The following databases were searched from inception through April 28, 2022: PubMed, Scopus (Elsevier), and Web of Science Core Collection (Clarivate).African American women experience distinct differences in physical, psychological, social, and quality of life measures during menopause. Increasing awareness about the unique menopause experiences of African American women is critically important to improve the health of this underserved population.

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2022

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