ABSTRACT

Leading scholars and practitioners come together in this contributed volume to present the most current evidence on cutting edge health issues for South Asian Americans, the fastest growing Asian American population. The book spans a variety of health topics while examining disparities and special health needs for this population. Subjects discussed include: cancer, obesity, HIV/AIDS, women's health, LGBTQ health and mental health.  

 

Health of South Asians in the United States presents research-based recommendations to help determine priorities for prevention, diagnosis, treatment, education, and policies which will optimize the health and well-being of South Asian American communities in the United States.

 

Although aimed at both students, healthcare professionals and policy makers, this book will prove to be useful to anyone interested in the health and well-being of the South Asian communities in the United States.

part 1|65 pages

Noncommunicable chronic conditions

chapter 3|23 pages

Cancer

chapter 4|17 pages

Diabetes

part 2|66 pages

Lifestyle and health

chapter 5|12 pages

Nutrition

chapter 6|16 pages

Obesity

chapter 8|18 pages

HIV/AIDS

part 3|62 pages

Health of vulnerable populations

part 4|56 pages

Special issues in well-being

chapter 12|22 pages

Mental Health

chapter 13|18 pages

Maternal Mental Health