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Published in: Journal of Immigrant and Minority Health 2/2020

01-04-2020 | Type 2 Diabetes | Review Paper

Haitian Immigrants and Type 2 Diabetes: An Integrative Review

Authors: Cherlie Magny-Normilus, Robin Whittemore

Published in: Journal of Immigrant and Minority Health | Issue 2/2020

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Abstract

Type 2 diabetes (T2D) is a complex, lifelong condition that is disproportionately prevalent among minority populations. Haitian immigrants (HIs) living in the US with T2D have unique factors that influence diagnosis, treatment, and self-management. The purpose of this integrative review was to provide a synthesis of the research on T2D in the HI population. In a systematic literature search, 14 studies met the inclusion criteria. Three themes were identified: risk factors for less self-management and/or worse metabolic control; protective factors for better self-management and/or metabolic control; and mixed results. HIs had higher HbA1c, yet better self-management, different genetic profiles, and lower levels of vitamin D and hemoglobin concentration compared to other ethnic groups. HIs also reported better dietary quality, less healthcare utilization, and higher perceived emotional/psychological stress compared to other ethnic groups. This study has implications for practice for integrating the unique cultural factors when assessing and intervening with HIs.
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Metadata
Title
Haitian Immigrants and Type 2 Diabetes: An Integrative Review
Authors
Cherlie Magny-Normilus
Robin Whittemore
Publication date
01-04-2020
Publisher
Springer US
Keyword
Type 2 Diabetes
Published in
Journal of Immigrant and Minority Health / Issue 2/2020
Print ISSN: 1557-1912
Electronic ISSN: 1557-1920
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s10903-019-00914-5

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