Publications

3 publications

1. 

   Accuracy of Self Reported Sickle Cell Status in Jamaica

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   Assess agreement between self-reported sickle cell status and laboratory results and examine sociodemographic differences. The authors highlighted expanded testing and education to improve knowledge of sickle cell status.

   Keywords: screeningsickle cell diseasesickle cell trait

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2. 

   Barriers to Hydroxyurea Use in Jamaican Children With Sickle Cell Disease

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   Identify barriers to hydroxyurea use among children with sickle cell disease. The authors proposed education for caregivers and clinicians to support informed use.

   Keywords: caregivershydroxyureasickle cell disease

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3. 

   Health Literacy and Blood Pressure Control in Jamaica

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   Determine whether health literacy is associated with blood pressure control among Jamaicans with hypertension. The study found no association between health literacy and blood pressure control.

   Keywords: blood pressurehealth literacyhypertension

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