An insightful text exploring health disparities in Asian American populations
In the newly revised Second Edition of Applied Population Health Approaches for Asian American Communities, a team of distinguished public health experts delivers a groundbreaking resource providing an in-depth examination of the soical, political, economic, and cultural forces shaping Asian American health today.
Integrating up-to-date applied public health research for assessing health interventions and programs relevant to Asian American communities and other groups that have been historically marginalized, this book highlights the different frameworks, research designs, and other methodological considerations for reaching Asian American and other ethnic communities.
In the latest edition of the book, readers will find contextual explorations of the Asian American population in the United States, as well as discussions of the measurement of health and risk across the lifespan in Asian American groups. It also includes:
- New and updated case studies showcasing the application of different frameworks and research designs
- Methodological considerations for reaching Asian American and other vulnerable and underserved communities
- Examples of successful implementations of community engagement and community-based participatory research.
A valuable resource for all levels of health professionals, practitioners, and community advocates, Applied Population Health Approaches for Asian American Communities remains the leading reference for anyone conducting or studying health disparities in Asian American communities or other groups that have been marginalized.
About the Author: Simona C. Kwon, DrPH, MPH, is Associate Professor and Vice Chair for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Department of Population Health at the NYU Grossman School of Medicine.
Chau Trinh-Shevrin, DrPH, is Professor in the Departments of Population Health and Medicine, Vice Chair for Research, and Director of the Section for Health Equity at the NYU Grossman School of Medicine.
Nadia S. Islam, PhD, is Associate Professor in the Department of Population Health and Associate Director of the Institute for Excellence in Health Equity at the NYU Grossman School of Medicine.
Stella S. Yi, PhD, MPH, is Associate Professor in the Department of Population Health and Director of Applied Research and Evaluation in the Section for Health Equity at the NYU Grossman School of Medicine.
