Harm Reduction Journal, vol. 5, no. 35, November 19, 2008
Description
Cohort composed of 529 individuals residing in Vancouver, British Columbia. Found that Aboriginal participants were more than two times as likely to be infected with disease.
Discusses a policy initiative to reduce inconsistencies in existing policies for service providers in regard to Aboriginal peoples living with HIV/AIDS especially those moving from correctional settings to halfway houses.
Study outlines the general situation, discusses four case studies (Lu’ma Native Housing Society, Vancouver; Corporation Waskahegen, Quebec; Métis Urban Housing Association of Saskatchewan; Kinew Housing, Winnipeg) and makes recommendations.
Broad cultural overview of the Tlingit peoples including location, history, oral history, language, housing, clothing, healing practices, and social customs. Also includes brief bibliography.