Health & Well-Being

Conclusions indicated that AP in the Inuit is a seasonal photodermatitis which often commences in adulthood and worsens over time. Study found a novel HLA association.

Looks at variables that have an effect on active commuting to school (ACS) by analyzing studies. Reports most active age is between 9 and 13.

Used data from the 2006 Census linked to Canadian Institute for Health Information’s Discharge Abstract Database from 2006/2007 through 2008/2009 for nine provinces (excluding Quebec) and the three territories.

Data from the 2006 Census was linked it to 2006/2007-to-2008/2009 Discharge Abstract Database. Found that age standardized rates were consistently higher than those for non-Aboriginal counterparts.

Argues that nursing work helped to expand colonialism by causing loss of indigenous health practises.

Discusses the fact that a traditional diet is 20 mg per day well below the national standard but dietary calcium absorption was more efficient.

Pilot project findings found that online learning is a cost effective tool that can overcome geographical challenges presented by vast northern distances.

Uses six case studies to explore the extent to which climate change had been taken into consideration in community planning exercises between 2013 and 2017, with an emphasis on identification of threats and concerns, and adaption strategies to protect sources of drinking water.

Looks at Inuit style adaptation decision making as pro-active management of climate-related health risks.

Highlights the past and future activities of the Foundation and the need for funding to continue programming.

Search for both academic and grey literature yielded 79 pertinent sources. Results arranged under eight common themes: focusing on family and community, incorporating traditional knowledge and practices, emphasizing active skills building, integration of prevention and care systems, cultural competency, flexible provider-client/patient relationships and treatment approaches, implementing changes to affect surrounding conditions, and adequate funding to improve health care and economic opportunities.

Results from two pilot studies show numerous pathways to exposure of toxic materials. More research is recommended.

Looks at the Wishbone Hill Health Impact Assessment in Alaska and the Impact and Benefit Agreement signed for the Meadowbank Mine in Nunavut.

Planning Thesis (Ph.D.)--University of Waterloo, 1999.

Looks at income, employment levels, education, housing and food security and their impacts on Aboriginal communities and children's health.

Focuses on the protein adiponectin and its relation to obesity, type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease.

Criminology Thesis (M.A.)--Simon Fraser University, 1990

Compares demographic, clinical, biochemical, serologic, radiologic and histologic factors in Inuit and non-Inuit patients with cholestasis.

Looks at how Australian politicians have shaped decades of health policy and influenced health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples of Australia.

Discusses a collaborative study to investigate the health and social service needs of the elderly, chronically ill and disabled.

Looks at the differences in health status and the determinants of health and/or health care use between the 55-and-older Aboriginal population and non-Aboriginal population.

Brief article introducing the Australian Indigenous Doctors' Association's (AIDA) new president, Dr. Helen Milroy.

Reports how the Alaska Area Specimen Bank (AASB) is a valuable resource and can be used to assess early markers for illness and disease.

Indigenous Studies Thesis (Ph.D.)--University of Alaska Fairbanks, 2021.

Examines case of Prudhoe Bay and Kuparuk oil field development, which is generally viewed as positive for Indigenous peoples.

Website contains general information, projects, publications, and links related to the development of Aboriginal capacity in health research.

Studies gene found in high-frequency in the Naskapi people of Quebec.

Studies relationship of genetic consistency between the Naskapi of Quebec and the Eti Turks of Turkey

Outlines potential recipients, effective treatments, and principles guiding application. Uses evidence-based approach supplemented by expertise of members of the National Indigenous Drug and Alcohol Committee.

Describes study done on alcohol consumption and its association with sexual risk and drug use.

Study probes the relationship between conduct disorder prior to age 15 and subsequent alcohol dependence among Navajo adults.

Sociology Thesis (Ph.D.)--University of Montana, 1976.

Analyzes by cultural insiders suggests integrating family treatment approaches that employ Inuit customs and values.

Book review of: All Indians Do Not Live in Teepees (Or Casinos) by Catherine C. Robbins.

Study involved field work, 3 formal focus groups and interviews with 21 individuals. Six themes emerged: increase in transience of the population, tension between work and education, mines as a community resource, inequities in communities, particular view of schooling, and positive outlook on the community and its future.

Chapter 13 from: Child and Family Advocacy edited by Anne McDonald Culp. Looks at the Native Head Start Research Center.

Sections include: frequently asked questions, summary tools, basics of genetics, decisions about research, case studies, regulating research, and use of DNA for purposes of determining tribal enrollment.

Review looks for a solution to address health inequities for American and Alaskan Natives.