SF12v2 Health Scores for African Americans in a Cluster-randomized Community Trial

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Joshua, Thomas V.
Gavin, Jane T.
Marion, Lucy
Williams, Lovoria B.

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Augusta University

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Self-administered health survey short form (SF12v2) is commonly used to assess the health related quality of life (HRQOL) among populations. However, there is lack of data regarding its effectiveness among African Americans (AAs). This research assess the quality of life among AAs enrolled in a faith-based diabetes prevention program, Fit Body and Soul (FBAS) compared to a health education (HE).

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SF12v2, HRQOL, African Americans, data, diabetes, Fit Body and Soul, health education, faith-based prevention program, research data managment, data management, research data management symposium

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