Meghan M JaKa
Biographic Data
| ID | 5477289 |
|---|---|
| NAME | Meghan M JaKa |
| GIVEN NAMES | Meghan M |
| FAMILY NAME | JaKa |
| SIGNATURE | JAKA M M |
| AFFILIATIONS | H ea lt hP ar tn er s |
| ORCID | 0000-0001-5744-7215 |
| VERIFIED | Yes |
| TOTAL WORKS | 5 |
| TOTAL CITATIONS | 7 |
| WORKS AS AUTHOR | 5 |
| WORKS AS EDITOR | 0 |
| FIRST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2017 |
| LATEST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2026 |
| H-INDEX | 1 |
Reflections on Methodological Approaches to Dyad Interviews With Patients With Cognitive Impairment and Their Care Partners
Qualitative research that prioritizes the voice of individuals with cognitive impairment (CI) is critical to better understand the diversity and nuances of care experiences of this population. Yet, challenges to conducting qualitative studies, specifically semi-structured interviews, exist with individuals with CI. This manuscript describes the rapid qualitative approach used to design, conduct, and analyze dyad phone interviews with individuals …
Pragmatic Evaluation of a Health System-Based Employee Weight Management Program
Objective : We aimed to evaluate the fidelity and estimate the effectiveness of a novel health system employee weight-management program. Methods: Employees participating in a weight loss program consisting of self-monitoring, health coaching and meal replacements optionally enrolled in the 12-month study. Longitudinal, single-arm analyses were conducted evaluating change over time via survey, claims and programmatic data. Token participation inc…
Promoting Fish Consumption Messages
Objectives: Through focus groups, we aimed to understand ways to promote safe and healthy fish consumption among Hmong women in Minnesota. Methods: English-speaking Hmong women aged 18-40 were eligible to participate in 90-minute focus groups. Through our questions, we sought to gain understanding of the women's health-seeking behaviors and to obtain feedback on current messaging. We recorded the focus groups and transcribed and double-coded the …
Multicomponent Obesity Prevention Intervention in Low-Income Preschoolers
Objectives. To evaluate a multicomponent obesity prevention intervention among diverse, low-income preschoolers. Methods. Parent–child dyads (n = 534) were randomized to the Now Everybody Together for Amazing and Healthful Kids (NET-Works) intervention or usual care in Minneapolis, MN (2012–2017). The intervention consisted of home visits, parenting classes, and telephone check-ins. The primary outcomes were adjusted 24- and 36-month body mass in…
Predicting dietary intake among children classified as overweight or at risk for overweight
Predicting dietary intake among children classified as overweight or at risk for overweight
Multicomponent Obesity Prevention Intervention in Low-Income Preschoolers
Objectives. To evaluate a multicomponent obesity prevention intervention among diverse, low-income preschoolers. Methods. Parent–child dyads (n = 534) were randomized to the Now Everybody Together for Amazing and Healthful Kids (NET-Works) intervention or usual care in Minneapolis, MN (2012–2017). The intervention consisted of home visits, parenting classes, and telephone check-ins. The primary outcomes were adjusted 24- and 36-month body mass in…
Predicting dietary intake among children classified as overweight or at risk for overweight
Multicomponent Obesity Prevention Intervention in Low-Income Preschoolers
Objectives. To evaluate a multicomponent obesity prevention intervention among diverse, low-income preschoolers. Methods. Parent–child dyads (n = 534) were randomized to the Now Everybody Together for Amazing and Healthful Kids (NET-Works) intervention or usual care in Minneapolis, MN (2012–2017). The intervention consisted of home visits, parenting classes, and telephone check-ins. The primary outcomes were adjusted 24- and 36-month body mass in…
Pragmatic Evaluation of a Health System-Based Employee Weight Management Program
Objective : We aimed to evaluate the fidelity and estimate the effectiveness of a novel health system employee weight-management program. Methods: Employees participating in a weight loss program consisting of self-monitoring, health coaching and meal replacements optionally enrolled in the 12-month study. Longitudinal, single-arm analyses were conducted evaluating change over time via survey, claims and programmatic data. Token participation inc…
Promoting Fish Consumption Messages
Objectives: Through focus groups, we aimed to understand ways to promote safe and healthy fish consumption among Hmong women in Minnesota. Methods: English-speaking Hmong women aged 18-40 were eligible to participate in 90-minute focus groups. Through our questions, we sought to gain understanding of the women's health-seeking behaviors and to obtain feedback on current messaging. We recorded the focus groups and transcribed and double-coded the …
Reflections on Methodological Approaches to Dyad Interviews With Patients With Cognitive Impairment and Their Care Partners
Qualitative research that prioritizes the voice of individuals with cognitive impairment (CI) is critical to better understand the diversity and nuances of care experiences of this population. Yet, challenges to conducting qualitative studies, specifically semi-structured interviews, exist with individuals with CI. This manuscript describes the rapid qualitative approach used to design, conduct, and analyze dyad phone interviews with individuals …
Medicine (4 works) · Environmental health (3 works) · Psychology (3 works) · Demography (2 works) · Obesity (2 works) · Obesity, Physical Activity, Diet (2 works) · Overweight (2 works) · Social Psychology (2 works) · Alternative medicine (1 work) · Applied Psychology (1 work)