Histoire Sociale / Social history, vol. 43, no. 85, May 2010, pp. 165-191
Description
Looks at First Nations patients' views on two of Canada's Indian hospitals, on the patients' interactions with the nurses and doctors and on the treatments they received.
Interviews community residents about impacts and changes of mining experience: changes to skills and experience; changes to family wages and household economy; new opportunities; employment; alcohol; traditional economy, and infrastructure and services.
First Peoples Child & Family Review, vol. 5, no. 2, 2010, pp. 53-65
Description
Author reflects on her own personal experiences; and discusses how historic trauma has shaped Aboriginal peoples lives and the need to re-discover traditions for the future.
Aboriginal & Islander Health Worker Journal, vol. 34, no. 4, July/August 2010, pp. 32-34
Description
Comments on action areas and strategies based on issues brought forward by representatives of each State and Territory at the Australian Women's Health Network National Conference.
Focuses on four programs: 'Journey into Wellness' (J2W) project of the Battlefords Tribal Council Indian Health Services; 'Projet Pairs-aidants' in Uashat mak Mani-utenam (Québec); 'Kayaking and Youth Support' in Hope and Nain, Labrador; and the Hobbema Community Cadet Corps Program in Alberta.
Ethnicity and Health, vol. 2, no. 4, November 1997, pp. 277-285
Description
Description of the formation of a coalition formed in the Mohawk community of Akwesasne and their programs to reduce dietary fat and increase physical activity in children.
Includes links which highlight individuals in various artistic fields: photography, basketry, picture stories, resources, and museums as well as narratives, stories and legends.
"This report includes a detailed literature review section that overviews the 10 well-being indicators for focusing on the American Indian and Alaska Native population at the state and regional levels, and it also gives a discussion on data and methodology."
Focus of study was to identify priority recruitment and retention needs and provide statistical corroboration that the Association's strategic direction was in line with stakeholders' requirements.
Pimatisiwin, vol. 8, no. 1, Summer, 2010, pp. 1-18
Description
Looks at the Caregiver Ratio Index (CRI), the number of potential caregivers divided by the number of potential frail elders, and its usefulness as a demographic tool.
Open Women's Health Journal, vol. 4, What We Have Known About Community Characteristics, Birth Outcomes and Infant Mortality among Aborig, 2010, pp. 55-61
Description
Assesses birth outcomes and infant mortality, by neighborhood socioeconomic status, among First Nations and non-First Nations in Manitoba.
Aboriginal and Islander Health Worker Journal, vol. 21, no. 4, July/August 1997, p. 21
Description
Brief review of, "Last Night I Heard A Voice" an Australian print and video resource designed to assist non-Indigenous health workers care for Indigenous clients.
National Arts Centre English Theatre Programme for Student Audiences ; 2009-2010 Season
Saqiyuq: Stories from the Lives of Three Inuit Women
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Pamela Levac
Christopher Morris
Description
Includes synopsis of the play, information of Indigenous peoples of the North, the Inuktitut language, Pond Islet, Baffin Island, and an interview with writer/director,
Non-Insured Health Benefits Ontario Region: Prescription Drug Trends
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Health Canada
Description
Statistics for opiate use and the medications used in treatment of diabetes, heart conditions, mental health conditions, inhalers for respiratory conditions, smoking cessation products, and reproductive and sexual health. Covers the years 2000 to 2009.
Aboriginal and Islander Health Worker Journal, vol. 21, no. 4, July/August 1997, pp. 8-10
Description
Reports on the conference held in Darwin, Australia under the theme, "People, Places, Programs - Exploring Better Practice in Health Promotion for Diverse Populations".