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Article: ADDRESSING MULTIPLE BREAST CANCER RISK FACTORS IN AFRICAN-AMERICAN WOMEN
- Article from:
- Journal of the National Medical Association
- Article date:
- January 1, 2004
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This pilot study explored the acceptability and feasibility of and estimated the effectiveness of a weight loss/breast health intervention designed to reduce breast cancer risk in African-American women ages 35-65. The study had a one-group repeated-measures design and took place in a community setting. Forty-four African-American women were recruited, 35 completed the program, and 30 returned for the one-year follow-up. The pilot intervention was three weeks in duration and included twice-weekly exercise classes and weekly active learning seminars that addressed weight loss, breast health, healthy eating, and leading an active life. Measures included those of behavior related to diet, ...