BACKGROUND: Little is known about the health of Chamorros residing in the United States. METHODS: The Chamorro Directory International and CDC's Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System were used to assess behavioral risk factors and health needs of San Diego's Chamorro women. RESULTS: Of 128 Chamorro women, 42.2% reported having a total frequency of five or more fruits and vegetables daily, 54.5% reported being current on their colorectal cancer screening, and 9.4% smoke. CONCLUSIONS: While this sample of Chamorro women reported higher rates of healthpromoting practices than nationwide averages, significant health improvement opportunities remain.
BACKGROUND: Little is known about the health of Chamorros residing in the United States. METHODS: The Chamorro Directory International and CDC's Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System were used to assess behavioral risk factors and health needs of San Diego's Chamorro women. RESULTS: Of 128 Chamorro women, 42.2% reported having a total frequency of five or more fruits and vegetables daily, 54.5% reported being current on their colorectal cancer screening, and 9.4% smoke. CONCLUSIONS: While this sample of Chamorro women reported higher rates of healthpromoting practices than nationwide averages, significant health improvement opportunities remain.
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