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Hindi Journal of Womens Health, Issues and CareISSN: 2325-9795
Loacute;pez JD Author
Subjects of specialization
Affiliation
Health maintenance during pregnancy, Adolescent gynecology, Gynecology
Department of Behavioral Sciences and Health Education, College for Public Health and Social Justice, Saint Louis University, Lafayette Avenue, St. Louis, Missouri, USA
Biography
Dr. López JD is currently working in Department of Behavioral Sciences and Health Education, College for Public Health and Social Justice, Saint Louis University, Lafayette Avenue, St. Louis, Missouri, USA. Research interest - Health maintenance during pregnancy, Adolescent gynecology, Gynecology. He has a good track record in managing and developing local teams and competences as well as in growing a profitable business.
Publications
Research Article Open Access
Exploring Women’s Perspectives on Effective Interventions to Promote Healthy Eating and Exercise during Pregnancy: A Qualitative Study
Author(s): López JD*, Human E, Catanzaro R , Miller C and Mathews K
Background: Approximately 3 in 5 U.S. women of reproductive age are now classified as overweight or obese and are at risk for a number of medical complications during pregnancy and childbirth. To date, there is limited evidence to guide effective strategies for limiting pregnancy weight gain in this population. Methods: Seventeen pregnant women with obesity were recruited and 10 were randomized to the behavioral nutrition and physical activity intervention group and 7 were in the routine care group. Of the 17 in the pilot study, 10 participated in a 60-minute semi-structured interview. The interviews explored barriers and facilitators of success when attending the prior study visits and adhering to recommended lifestyle behavior changes. Transcripts were coded using an inductive themati... view more»
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