Theses
Author/Creator
Sarah Elizabeth Nelson
Description
First Nations Studies Thesis (M.A.)--University of Northern British Columbia, 2012.
Don't Let Pride Get in the Way of a Diabetes Check
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Shari Narine
Windspeaker, vol. 30, no. 9, December 2012, p. 22
Description
Looks at the diabetes epidemic among the Aboriginal population and projects geared at earlier diagnosis in Aboriginal communities.
Entire issue on one pdf. To access article scroll to p.30.
Early Learning for Aboriginal Children: Past Present and Future and an Exploration of the Aboriginal Head Start Urban and Northern Communities Program in Ontario
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Angela Mashford-Pringle
First Peoples Child & Family Review, vol. 7, no. 1, 2012, pp. 127-140
Description
Report findings indicate that positive outcomes are occurring and an increase in funding is recommended for future projects as a model for other provinces.
Effectiveness of Interventions for the Prevention and Treatment of Substance Use Disorders Among First Nations, Métis and Inuit Populations
Alternate Title
Policy Brief (Fraser Mustard Institute for Human Development)
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Genevieve Sansone
Description
Scan of published literature with a focus on cultural and need-based interventions.
Empathy, Dignity, and Respect: Creating Cultural Safety for Aboriginal People in Urban Health Care
E-Books
Author/Creator
Health Council of Canada
Ethical Professional Practice: Exploring the Issues For Health Services to Rural Aboriginal Communities
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
J. L. Malone
Rural and Remote Health, vol. 12, no. 1891, February 27, 2012, pp. 1-10
Description
Discusses need for respect, non-discrimination, privacy, confidentiality, competence, and daily risk-benefit analysis for general practitioners in rural Aboriginal communities.
Ethical Space for a Sensitive Research Topic: Engaging First Nations Women in the Development of Culturally Safe Human Papillomavirus Screening
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Ingeborg Zehbe
Marion Maar
Amy J. Nahwegahbow
Kayla SM Berst
Janine Pintar
Journal of Aboriginal Health, vol. 8, no. 1, Holistic Approaches to Preventing HPV Infections and Related Diseases, March 2012, pp. 41-50
Description
Article advocates adopting ethical space to increase dialogue with First Nations stakeholders in order to achieve a more positive outcome.
Factors Influencing Access to Urban General Practices and Primary Health Care by Aboriginal Australians: A Qualitative Study
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Phyllis Lau
Priscilla Pyett
Marlene Burchill
John Furler
Michael Tynan ... [et al.]
AlterNative, vol. 8, no. 1, 2012, pp. [66]-84
Description
Looks at a culturally respective health care model to narrow the health service gap between Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal Australians.
First Nations Food, Nutrition & Environment Study (FNFNES): Results from Manitoba 2010
Alternate Title
FNFNES Results from Manitoba 2010
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Laurie Chan
Olivier Receveur
Donald Sharp
Description
Study looks at addressing the gaps in knowledge about the total diet, traditional food and levels of exposure to environmental contaminants.
First Nations Healing in the Hospital: On the Quest to Implement Indigenous Healing in a Clinical Setting
Theses
Author/Creator
Beatriz Zarcos Jimenez
Description
Indigenous Studies Thesis (M.Phil.)--University of Tromsø, 2012.
The First Year Counts: Cancer Survival Among Indigenous and non-Indigenous Queenslanders, 1997-2006
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Susanna M. Cramb
Gail Garvey
Patricia C. Valery
John D. Williamson
Peter D. Baade
Medical Journal of Australia, vol. 196, no. 4, 2012, pp. 270-274
Description
Study shows a need to identify the factors leading to poor outcomes early after diagnosis among Indigenous people with cancer.
Formative Evaluation for an Interactive Multimedia Health Informatics CD-ROM for Aboriginal Health Workers
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Faeka El Sayed
Jeffrey Soar
Zoe Wang
Aboriginal & Islander Health Worker Journal, vol. 36, no. 1, February 2012, pp. 18-23
Description
Evaluates a model for a culturally appropriate and interactive health program.
Got Suga, Diabetes-Specific Workshop
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Mick Adams
Rose Kelso
Michelle Trute
Lucille Chalmers
Ted Dean
Aboriginal & Islander Health Worker Journal, vol. 36, no. 1, February 2012, pp. 9-12
Description
Looks at the positive impact of a workshop, that included a visual presentation, on participants, their families and health care workers.
A Guide for Working with Aboriginal People of Northwestern Ontario: A Stroke Resource for Healthcare Providers
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Northwestern Ontario Regional Stroke Network
Description
Provides clinical and educational tools, Aboriginal history, stroke information and best practices for healthcare providers.
How and When Health-care Practitioners in Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Services Deliver Alcohol Screening and Brief Intervention, and Why They Don't: A Qualitative Study
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Anton Clifford
Anthony Shakeshaft
Catherine Deans
Drug and Alcohol Review, vol. 31, no. 1, January 2012, pp. 13-19
Description
Looks into reducing the burden of alcohol-related harm by targeting the barriers to the delivery of Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Services.
How Do Knowledge and Attitudes Relate to the Initiation of Breastfeeding in Native American Women in a North Dakota Health Care Facility?
Theses
Author/Creator
Jennifer Lee Thomas
Description
[Nursing] Thesis (M.N.)--Montana State University, 2012.
"I'm a Stepping Stone To Their Healing": An Exploratory Study of the Role of Treatment Providers in Aboriginal Women's Healing From Problematic Substances Use and Experiences of Violence
Theses
Author/Creator
Róisín Aine Maria Unsworth
Description
Sociology Thesis (M.A.)--University of Saskatchewan, 2012.
The Impact of History and Culture on Nursing Care of Native American Elders
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
[Donna M. Grandbois
Valerie Eschiti]
Journal of Gerontological Nursing, vol. 38, no. 10, October 2012, pp. 3-5
Description
Discusses the need for culturally responsive care for American Indian Elders.
The Impact of Sexual Abuse on Pregnancy
Alternate Title
Sexual Abuse Curriculum for Aboriginal Doula Training
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Tamara Fritzsche
Description
Training guide for Aboriginal doulas supporting women who have suffered childhood sexual abuse.
Implementing a Reward and Reminder Underage Drinking Prevention Program in Convenience Stores Near South California American Indian Reservations
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Roland S. Moore
Jennifer Roberts
Richard McGaffigan
Daniel Calac
Joel W. Grube ... [et al.]
The American Journal of Drug and Alcohol Abuse, vol. 38, no. 5, September 2012, pp. 456-460
Description
Study shows that a culturally adapted, community level prevention program does have a positive effect on reducing alcohol sales to minors. Recommends further analysis.
The Importance of Culture in Alcohol Care: Listening to First Nations staff in Australian Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Services
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Gemma Purcell-Khodr
Emma Webster
Kristie Harrison
Angela Dawson
Kylie Lee ... [et al.]
International Indigenous Policy Journal, vol. 13, no. 3, 2022
Description
Looks at the use of a bi-cultural approach to address alcoholism within Indigenous communities.
Improving Aboriginal Juvenile Detainees' Access to Community Health Services
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Nathan Whitton
Devon Indig
Aboriginal & Islander Health Worker Journal, vol. 36, no. 1, February 2012, pp. 13-16
Description
Looks at the health care needs of young men in custody.
Indian Boarding School Experience, Substance Use, and Mental Health among Urban Two-Spirit American Indian/Alaska Natives
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Teresa Evans-Campbell
Karina L. Walters
Cynthia R. Pearson
Christopher D. Campbell
American Journal of Drug and Alcohol Abuse, vol. 38, no. 5, Special Issue, September 2012, pp. 421-427
Description
Compares adults who either attended boarding schools or were raised by someone who had attended to those with no boarding school history. Reports higher rates of illegal drug use and alcohol use disorder with an association.
Indigenous Beliefs about Biomedical and Bush Medicine Treatment Efficacy for Indigenous Cancer Patients: A Review of the Literature
Alternate Title
Indigenous Beliefs of Cancer Treatment
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
K. D. van Schaik
S. C. Thompson
Internal Medicine Journal, vol. 42, no. 2, February 2012, pp. 184-191
Description
Results from search of peer-reviewed journal papers suggest five themes: concerns about toxicity of treatment; disconnect with physician; fears about absence from home during treatment; different beliefs about causes of the disease; and failure to address holistic health.
Indigenous Cultural Safety, Cultural Humility and Anti-racism Learning
Resources
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia
Description
Brief list of articles, reports, webinars, and books.
Indigenous Cultural Safety Training for Applied Health, Social Work and Education Professionals: A PRISMA Scoping Review
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Tammy MacLean
Jinfan Qiang
Lynn Henderson
Andrea Bowra
Lisa Howard ... [et al.]
Description
Review looked at articles on cultural safety and competence training published between 1996-2020 in Canada, United States, Australia and New Zealand.
Indigenous Life Stories as Narratives of Health and Resistance: A Dialogical Narrative Analysis
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Bodil Hansen Blix
Torunn Hamran
Hans Ketil Normann
Canadian Journal of Nursing Research, vol. 44, no. 2, Indigenous Peoples Health and Health-Care Equity, 2012, pp. 65-85
Description
Study explores experiences of health for elderly Sami.
Indigenous Populations Health Protection: A Canadian Perspective
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Katya L. Richardson
Michelle S. Driedger
Nick J. Pizzi
Jianhong Wu
Seyed M. Moghadas
BMC Public Health, vol. 12, 2012, p. article no. 1098
Description
Discusses workshop on Indigenous Population Health Protection held May 7-8, 2012 at York University.
Indigenous Self-Governance for Mental Health and Suicide Prevention
E-Books
Author/Creator
Kimberley Groves
Mark Moran
Josephine Bourne
Indigenous Youth Suicide: A Systematic Review of the Literature
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Henry G. Harder
Josh Rash
Travis Holyk
Eduardo Jovel
Kari Harder
Pimatisiwin, vol. 10, no. 1, Summer, 2012, pp. 125-142
Description
Reviews twenty three studies which highlight the need for further research on youth suicide and suggests how such research could be conducted rigorously.
International Indigenous Dementia Research Network Meeting Report
Alternate Title
Ancillary Meeting of the Alzheimer's Association International Conference, July 16, 2012
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Kristen Jacklin
Description
Focuses on the "ask and offer" session which identified key areas of interest under five themes: knowledge gaps, clinical assessment and screening, caregiving, networking, research methods and knowledge translation; two cross-cutting themes were issues of communication and cultural safety.
International Indigenous Development Research Conference 2012: Proceedings
E-Books
Author/Creator
Piotr Wolski
Heather Gifford
Amohia Boulton
Sue Triggs
Chris Cunningham ... [et al.]
Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) and the Social Determinants of Aboriginal Peoples’ Health: A Case Study of First Nations Women’s Resilience, Resistance, and Renewal
Theses
Author/Creator
Julie A. George
Description
Sociology Thesis (Ph.D)--University of Western Ontario, 2012.
Intimate Stories: Aboriginal Women's Lived Experiences of Health Services in Northern British Columbia and the Potential of Creative Arts to Raise Awareness About HPV, Cervical Cancer, and Screening
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Virginia L. Russell
Sarah de Leeuw
Journal of Aboriginal Health, vol. 8, no. 1, Holistic Approaches to Preventing HPV Infections and Related Diseases, March 2012, pp. 18-27
Description
Study involving 22 women shows that ethnicity, finances and formal education are determinants of women's knowledge of cervical screening programs.
An Introduction to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Cultural Protocols and Perspectives
E-Books
Author/Creator
Royal Australian College of General Practitioners
Introduction to Determinants of First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples Health in Canada
E-Books
Author/Creator
We’es Tes, Sandra Martin Harris
Christine Añonuevo
Margo Greenwood
Roseann Larstone
Tabitha Robin
Yvonne Boyer ...
Cassandra Felske-Durksen
Lisa Boivin
Armand Garnet Ruffo
Madeleine Kétéskwēw Dion Stout
Miyawata Dion Stout
Mary Teegee ...
Ryan O’Toole ...
Laura McNab-Coombs
Danièle Behn Smith
Shannon Waters
Aluki Kotierk
Garry Gottfriedson
Margo Greenwood ...
Jaimie Isaac
Thomsen D’Hont
Marjolaine Siouï ...
Marie-Pier Paul ...
Lee Maracle ...
Donna L. M. Kurtz
Jessie Nyberg
Charlotte Coté
Harmony Johnson
Danièle Behn Smith ...
Norma Dunning
Jumping Through Hoops: An Overview of the Experiences and Perspectives of Aboriginal Mothers Involved With Child Welfare in Manitoba
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Marlyn Bennett
Leslie Spillett
Catherine Dunn
First Peoples Child & Family Review, vol. 7, no. 1, 2012, pp. 76-83
Description
Research based on talking circles and interviews with Aboriginal women, community advocates, and lawyers.
Knowledge is Power: Building Capacities for First Nations Control of Health Services
Media » Film and Video
Author/Creator
Jeff Reading
Description
Contends that Indigenous peoples in Canada endure a profound health and socioeconomic burden when compared to mainstream populations and that improving the health of Indigenous peoples means recognition for Indigenous knowledge systems and 'ways of knowing'
Duration: 23:52.
Ktunaxa Community Learning Centres: Unique Community Perspectives on the Development of Health Education
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Katherine Wisener
Nigel Warden
James N. White
Lisa Three Feathers
Brandy Joe
Sandra Jarvis-Selinger
Pimatisiwin, vol. 10, no. 1, Summer, 2012, pp. 39-56
Description
Looks at the effectiveness of the learning centres and some directives to ensure future meaningful health education resource development.
Learning Midwifery in Nunavik: Community-Based Education for Inuit Midwives
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Brendo Epoo
Jennie Stonier
Vicki Van Wagner
Evelyn Harney
Pimatisiwin, vol. 10, no. 3, Winter, 2012, pp. 283-300
Description
Discusses a successful education program that supports the return of birth to small, remote communities.
Managing Two Worlds Together. Stage 2: Patient Journey Mapping Tools
E-Books
Author/Creator
Janet Kelly
Judith Dwyer
Brita Pekarsky
Tamara Mackean
Eileen Willis ... [et al.]
Māori and Pain: A Literature Review
Alternate Title
Maori and Pain: A Literature Review
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Zoe C. McGavock
Helen Moewaka Barnes
Tim McCreanor
AlterNative, vol. 8, no. 2, 2012, pp. 163-175
Description
Contends that it is most likely that Māori people carry a disproportionate burden of pain due to other health disparities.
Māori Kuia in Aotearoa/New Zealand: Perceptions of Marae and How Marae Affects Their Health
Alternate Title
Maori Kuia in Aotearoa/New Zealand: Perceptions of Marae and How Marae Affects Their Health
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Annemarie Gillies
Shirley Barnett
Pimatisiwin, vol. 10, no. 1, Summer, 2012, pp. 27-37
Description
Looks at a study of older Māori women that concludes health is connected to place and space.
Māori Social Workers: Experiences within Social Service Organisations
Alternate Title
Maori Social Workers: Experiences within Social Service Organisations
Theses
Author/Creator
Awhina Netta Ramari Hollis-English
Description
Sociology, Gender and Social Work Thesis (Ph.D.)--University of Otago, 2012.
Māori Social Workers: Experiences within Social Service Organisations
Alternate Title
Maori Social Workers: Experiences within Social Service Organisations
Theses
Author/Creator
Awhina N. R. Hollis-English
Description
Social Work and Community Development Thesis (Ph.D)--University of Otago, 2012.
Marginalization and Coercion: Canada's Evacuation Policy for Pregnant First Nations Women Who Live on Reserves in Rural and Remote Regions
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Karen Lawford
Audrey Giles
Pimatisiwin, vol. 10, no. 3, Winter, 2012, pp. 327-340
Description
Argues that the evacuation policy is not based entirely on the wellbeing of the mother and infant but also an attempt to civilize and assimilate First Nations.
The Meaning of the Client Experience at a Health Centre Within a First Nations Community in Southern Ontario
Theses
Author/Creator
Heather K. Krohn
Description
Nursing Thesis (Ph.D.)--McMaster University, 2012.
Medevac and Beyond: The Impact of Medical Travel on Nunavut Residents
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Cameron McKenzie
International Journal of Indigenous Health, vol. 9, no. 2, Inuit Health and Well-Being, 2012, pp. 80-88
Description
Study shows that current medical transfer system does not fully meet psychosocial needs of Inuit patients and their families.
NOTE: Also published as Journal of Aboriginal Health, Summer, 2015.