The Role of Social Support in Cardiovascular Clinical Trial Participation among Black Men: Black Impact

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Authors

Sarah Addison · The Ohio State University

Yesol Yang · The Ohio State University

Faith Metlock · The Ohio State University

Mikayla King · The Ohio State University

Alicia McKoy · The Ohio State University

Amaris Williams · The Ohio State University

John Gregory

Abstract

Social support, especially emotional support, from peers and health coaches was a driver of clinical trial participation among participants. The intervention created a positive social environment and decreased medical mistrust. This intervention may provide a framework by which to facilitate clinical trial participation among Black men.

Topics & Keywords

Cardiovascular Health and Risk Factors Cardiac Health and Mental Health Health disparities and outcomes

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health

Volume 19, Issue 19, pp. 12041-12041

DOI: 10.3390/ijerph191912041

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