Health of Philippine Emigrants Study (HoPES): study design and rationale

Health of Philippine Emigrants Study (HoPES): study design and rationale

Abstract Background Immigrants to the United States are usually healthier than their U.S.-born counterparts, yet the health of immigrants declines with duration of stay in the U.S. This pattern is often seen for numerous health problems such as obesity, and is usually attributed to acculturation (th...

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Main Authors: Gilbert C. Gee, A. B. de Castro, Catherine M. Crespi, May C. Wang, Karen Llave, Eleanor Brindle, Nanette R. Lee, Maria Midea M. Kabamalan, Anna K. Hing
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2018-06-01
Series:BMC Public Health
Subjects:
Immigration
Obesity
Prospective
Acculturation
Asian American
Natural experiment
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12889-018-5670-8

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