Date of Graduation
Fall 12-12-2025
Document Access
Project/Capstone - Global access
Degree Name
Master of Public Health (MPH)
College/School
School of Nursing and Health Professions
Department/Program
Public Health
First Advisor
Dr. Madison Bailey
Abstract
Filipino Americans experience high rates of chronic diseases such as diabetes and hypertension. This paper reviews nutrition and exercise interventions targeting this population through the strengths-based PEN-3 cultural framework, focusing on cultural identity, relationships and expectations, and cultural values. It identifies effective strategies that engage these cultural components, and highlights gaps such as limited research on Filipino-American health outcomes. Recommendations include family-centered approaches, culturally relevant activities like tinikling dance, and community-driven online healthy recipe archives to promote positive health behaviors. These culturally informed strategies aim to improve self-efficacy, support lasting health behavior change and reduce chronic disease prevalence nationwide.
Recommended Citation
Mastro, Juliana, "Food, Fitness, and Filipino Culture: Evaluating and Reimagining Chronic Disease Interventions for Filipino Americans Through the PEN-3 Framework" (2025). Master's Projects and Capstones. 1939.
https://repository.usfca.edu/capstone/1939
