Effects on Weight of a Cluster-Randomized, Controlled Trial of a Faith-based Adaption of the Diabetes Prevention Program within African-American Churches

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2014-06

Authors

Sattin, Richard W.
Williams, Lovoria B.
Dias, James
Joshua, Thomas V.
Marion, Lucy

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Abstract

Our objective was to determine the effects on weight of a faith-based adaptation of the DPP called Fit Body and Soul (FBAS) compared with health education (HE) conducted in 20 AA churches.

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Presented at the American Diabetes Association 74th Scientific Sessions, San Francisco, CA, June 13-17, 2014

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Life Style, Social Support, Health Education, Body Weight, African Americans

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