APS

2025 APS Annual Convention · 2025

Socio-Ecological Influences on the Engagement of Prenatal Care in Non-Acculturated Immigrant Hispanic Women in South Los Angeles

Washington, DC · May 2025

Poster · Social

  • Olusheyi Lawoyin
    The Chicago School
  • Olusheyi Lawoyin
    Watts Healthcare Corporation

Abstract

This original qualitative study explored the psychological, cultural and contextual influences on the engagement of prenatal care in non-acculturated immigrant Hispanic women in South Los Angeles during the COVID-19 pandemic. There were 14 participants (Mage=35.5 years). This is an unexplored area of research that has policy and practice implications.

Epidemics and Public Health

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