BRONX HEALTH EDUCATION PROJECT FOR WEST AFRICAN IMMIGRANTS.

BACKGROUND

The transition from a traditional West African diet and lifestyle to a modern diet has a significant impact on health and the risk of chronic disease.

OBJECTIVE

To implement a health education program for West African immigrants in the U.S. to address health risks associated with the modern diet.

METHODS

A health education program model targeted at West African immigrants in the Bronx was determined based on existing health education programs with educational materials, group education sessions, and targeted individual counseling.

RESULTS

A health education program was successfully implemented at a clinic comprised of West African immigrant patients in the Bronx.

CONCLUSION

This project demonstrates an example of a targeted health education program for West African immigrants to address health risks related to diet.