WCPC Seminar Series on Poverty and Public Policy
“Neighborhoods and Children’s Oral Health”
DONALD CHI – UW School of Dentistry
Monday, January 28th
12:30 pm – 1:30 pm
*Q&A until 2:00 pm
School of Social Work, Room 305A
| Abstract: Place is an important determinant of child health outcomes. Previous studies have shown that neighborhood features, including social capital, are positively associated with behaviors like pediatric dental care visits. Less clear is (1) whether neighborhood social capital influences physical health outcomes, like tooth decay and gum health, and (2) potential mechanisms underlying these relationships, including biological stress and hygiene-related routines within the home. In this work-in-progress seminar, Dr. Chi will describe a recently completed observational study of 330 children ages 12-17 years enrolled in the Oregon Medicaid program. He will present preliminary data and highlight challenges of conducting neighborhood-level clinical studies. |
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