Evaluating a Community Health Program in Iran
Author Information
Author(s): Rabiei Katayoun, Kelishadi Roya, Sarrafzadegan Nizal, Abedi Heidar Ali, Alavi Mousa, Heidari Kamal, Bahonar Ahmad, Boshtam Maryam, Zare Karim, Sadeghi Shahryar
Primary Institution: Isfahan University of Medical Sciences
Hypothesis
Can community-based lifestyle interventions effectively reduce cardiovascular disease risk in a developing country?
Conclusion
The study suggests that integrating health promotion activities into existing public health efforts can enhance the effectiveness of interventions in workplaces.
Supporting Evidence
- Factory workers and managers reported satisfaction with the health interventions.
- Improvements in nutrition and physical activity were noted in participating workplaces.
- Integration of health activities into existing public health efforts was found to be effective.
Takeaway
This study shows that teaching people in factories about healthy habits can help them live better and reduce heart disease.
Methodology
The study used a triangulated approach combining qualitative and quantitative methods to evaluate the implementation of health interventions in workplaces.
Potential Biases
Potential biases may arise from the self-reported nature of satisfaction and effectiveness measures.
Limitations
The evaluation started late, and a three-point scoring scale was used, which may not fully capture participant opinions.
Participant Demographics
Participants included factory workers and managers from various workplaces in Isfahan, Iran.
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