Book Reviews
Author/Creator
Michael Hankard
Canadian Journal of Native Studies, vol. 33, no. 2, 2013, pp. 181-183
Description
Book review of: Healing Histories by Laurie Meijer Drees.
[Healing Histories: Stories From Canada's Indian Hospitals]
Book Reviews
Author/Creator
Chris Dooley
Oral History Forum, vol. 33, 2013, pp. 1-4
Description
Book review of: Healing Histories: Stories From Canada's Indian Hospital by Laurie Meijer Drees.
Healing Histories: Stories from Canada's Indian Hospitals
E-Books
Author/Creator
Laurie Meijer Drees
Healing Lodges for Aboriginal Federal Offenders
Web Sites » Governmental
Author/Creator
Aboriginal Initiatives Branch
Correctional Service Canada
Description
Describes how the program evolved and gives descriptions of sites across Canada.
A Healing Narrative
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Robert Sam
Arctic Anthropology, vol. 40, no. 2, 2003, pp. 70-75
Description
Discusses a Tlingit storyteller's own story and how it helped in recovery and healing.
Healing of the Canoe Curriculum Training Manual
Alternate Title
HOC Curriculum Training Manual
Healing of the Canoe: A Life Skills Curriculum Training for Native Youth
Culturally Grounded Life Skills for Youth Curriculum
Three-site Healing of the Canoe Survey Results, 2018-2019
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Suquamish Tribe
Port Gamble S'Klallam Tribe
Alcohol and Drug Abuse Institute, University of Washington
Description
Developed to address problems of youth suicide and substance abuse through a sense of cultural belonging and revitalization.
Healing Our Spirit Worldwide The Fifth Gathering 2006
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Rod Jeffries
Pimatziwin: A Journal of Indigenous and Aboriginal Community Health, vol. 1, no. 2, Winter, 2003, pp. 173-177
Description
Brief history of the Healing Our Spirit Worldwide movement, from Maggie Hodgson's lobbying efforts to a global movement holding Gatherings every four years.
Healing Ourselves: Culture and Behavioral Health at Tribal Colleges and Universities
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Cheryl Crazy Bull
Tribal College Journal of Amerian Indian Higher Education, vol. 25, no. 2, Tribal and Behavioral Health, Winter, 2013
Description
Briefly discusses how post-secondary institutions are attempting, through research and programming, to address the mental and physical health issues faced by Native Americans.
Healing the Body and the Soul through Visualization: A Technique used by the Community Healing Team of Cape Dorset, Nunavut
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Novaliinga Kingwatsiaq
Kumaarjuk Pii
Arctic Anthropology, vol. 40, no. 2, 2003, pp. 90-93
Description
Explains the technique of guided imagery used by the Community Healing Team in helping to deal with abuse.
Healing the Body, Healing the Self: The Interrelationship of Sickness, Health, and Faith in the Lives of St. Lawrence Island Yupik Residents
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Carol Zane Jolles
Arctic Anthropology, vol. 40, no. 2, 2003, pp. 93-99
Description
Detects the role that two Christian faith traditions play in sickness and healing.
Healing the Impact of Colonization, Genocide, Missionization, and Racism on Indigenous Populations
Alternate Title
The Psychological Impact of War Trauma on Civilians
E-Books » Chapters
Author/Creator
Betty Bastien
Jürgen W. Kremer
Rauna Kuokkanen
Patricia Vickers
Description
Looks at three geographical areas and several groups including Sami, Tsimshian, and Niisitapi and where initial colonial violence has given way to other forms of violence.
Chapter from The Psychological Impact of War Trauma on Civilians edited by Stanley Krippner and Teresa M. McIntyre.
Healing the Spirit
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Elva Lickers
Canadian Journal of Native Education, vol. 27, no. 1, Advancing Aboriginal Language and Literacy, 2003, pp. 55-60
Description
Describes strategies to negate barriers from past trauma by enrolling in literacy and life skills programs.
Healing the Wakanheja2: Evidence Based, Promising, and Culturally Appropriate Practices for American Indian/Alaska Native Children with Mental Health Needs
Alternate Title
A Literature Review & Resource Guide For Evidence Based Best and Promising Mental Health Practices
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Susan Yellow Horse
Maria Yellow Horse Brave Heart
Description
Entire document on one pdf. To access this section, scroll to p. 52.
Healing the Wounded Inner Child of the Residential School Experience
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Joan V. Miller
Description
Discusses the holistic healing process used in therapeutic sessions given through Ganohkwásra Family Assault Support Services.
Healing Through Culture For Incarcerated Aboriginal People
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Ashley Hyatt
First Peoples Child & Family Review, vol. 8, no. 2, 2013, pp. 40-53
Description
Contends that cultural healing, by providing inmates with access to Elders and sacred medicines, can improve the Aboriginal incarceration rate.
Healing Through Photography: A Reflection on the Brightening Our Home Fires Project in the Remote Hamlet of Ulukhaktok, Northwest Territories
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Annie Goose
Dorothy Badry
First Peoples Child & Family Review, vol. 8, no. 1, Special Issue: Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD), 2013, pp. [161]-170
Description
Project related to prevention of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) by giving a voice to unheard voices on areas of health.
Healing through Traditional Language
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Julia Bomberry
Description
Discusses use of traditional language to help heal at a therapeutic retreat offered by Ganohkwásra Family Assault Support Services.
Healing Traditions: Culture, Community and Mental Health Promotion with Canadian Aboriginal Peoples
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Laurence Kirmayer
Cori Simpson
Margaret Cargo
Australasian Psychiatry, vol. 11, Supplement, 2003
Description
Suggests that mental health promotion which focuses on youth and community empowerment is likely to have
a large effect on health and wellbeing in Aboriginal communities.
Healing Words
Articles » General
Healing Words, vol. 4, no. 2, Spring, 2003
Description
Publication of the Aboriginal Healing Foundation aimed at residential school survivors contains letters, photographs, poems, and various articles including, Keeping Her Family Strong by Barbra Nahwegahbow.
Healing Words
Articles » General
Healing Words, vol. 4, no. 1, Winter, 2003
Description
Publication of the Aboriginal Healing Foundation aimed at residential school survivors contains letters, photographs, poems, and various articles, including Traditional Parenting Skills in Contemporary Life by Shelley Goforth
Health and Society in Chukotka: An Overview
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Alexey A. Dudarev
Valery S. Chupakhin
Jon Øyvind Odland
International Journal of Circumpolar Health, vol. 72, Special Issue: Arctic Health in Russia, 2013, p. article no. 20469
Description
Study states that since the breakup of the Soviet Union, the population shrunk by two thirds with corresponding increases in mortality due to younger emigration.
The Health and Welfare of Australia's Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders Peoples, 2003 - Summary
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Jennifer Isaacs
Aboriginal and Islander Health Worker Journal, vol. 27, no. 5, September/October 2003, pp. 29-32
Description
Provides demographic report to better assist policy makers respond to health care needs.
The Health and Well-being of American Indian and Alaska Native Children: Parental Report From the National Survey of Children's Health, 2007
Alternate Title
The National Survey of Children's Health 2007: American Indians/Alaska Natives
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Health Resources and Services Administration Maternal and Child Health Bureau
Description
Looks at data for parental perceptions of health from unique communities and environments in seven states and presents indicators in the family environment that may support or threaten families and children.
The Health and Well-Being of Indigenous Drug and Alcohol Workers: Results from a National Australian Survey
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Ann M. Roche
Vinita Duraisingam
Allan Trifonoff
Amanda Tovell
Journal of Substance Abuse Treatment, vol. 44, January 2013, pp. 17-26
Description
Findings highlight the importance of implementing workforce development strategies that focus on achieving culturally appropriate, equitable and supportive organizational conditions for Indigenous drug workers.
Health Aspects of Arctic Exploration: Alaska's Medical History Based on the Research Files of Dr. Robert Fortuine
Alternate Title
Proceedings of the 15th International Congress on Circumpolar Health
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Kathleen Murray
International Journal of Circumpolar Health, vol. 72, Supplement 1, 2, p. article no. 21264
Description
Brief article describes 10 of Dr. Fortuine's most significant publications out of the134 articles he published during his career.
Health Culture Within the Context of the Northern Environment
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Hellevi Tervo
Ludger Müller-Wille
Merja Nikkonen
International Journal of Circumpolar Health, vol. 62, no. 2, 2003, pp. 167-181
Description
Attempts to understand health as perceived within the Sami culture.
Health Hardware Design: A Design Research Journey Towards a Healthier Australian Indigenous Living Environment
E-Books
Author/Creator
Christian Tietz
Health in the Engar Province of Papua New Guinea
Articles » General
Author/Creator
C.W. Binns
Aboriginal and Islander Health Worker Journal, vol. 6, no. 3, September 1982, pp. 32-37
Description
Discusses the adaptation of the Enga to the environment and health impacts of lifestyle choices.
Health in the Hinterland
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
CMAJ: Canadian Medical Association Journal, vol. 168, no. 6, March 18, 2003, p. 661, 663
Description
Discussion of the cost difference between Northern communities and the rest of Canada plus the First Minister's accord on health care renewal in February, 2003.
Health in the Inner City: A Photo Essay
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Pieter De Vos
Pimatziwin: A Journal of Aboriginal and indigenous Community Health, vol. 1, no. 1, 2003, pp. 165-169
Description
Discussion and images of Aboriginal homeless in Edmonton.
Health Inequities Experienced by Aboriginal Children With Respiratory Conditions and Their Parents
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Miriam Stewart
Malcolm King
Roxanne Blood
Nicole Letourneau
Jeffrey R. Masuda ... [et al.]
Canadian Journal of Nursing Research, vol. 45, no. 3, Vulnerable Populations, 2013, pp. 6-27
Description
Findings based on interviews with 46 Aboriginal children/adolescents and 51 parents or guardians.
Health of Alwyn Peter
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Des Sturgess
Frank Brennan
Aboriginal and Islander Health Worker Journal, vol. 6, no. 1, March 1982, pp. 42-47
Description
Describes the impact of hearing loss on one young man which contributed to a tragic loss of life.
The Health of Indigenous Peoples: Depends on Genetics, Politics, and Socioeconomic Factors
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Mason H Durie
British Medical Journal, vol. 326, no. 7388, March 8, 2003, pp. 510-512
Description
Reasons for poor health among the Indigenous groups (about 200 million) around the world.
Health of Young Aboriginal Children Living Off Reserve
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Christine M. Werk
Xinjie Cui
Suzanne Tough
Pimatisiwin, vol. 11, no. 2, 2013, pp. 197-213
Description
Study used the data from the 2006 Aboriginal Children's survey and the National Longitudinal Survey of Children and Youth to analyze current status and social determinants of health.
Health Perspectives of Canadian Inner City Aboriginal and Non-Aboriginal People Living with HIV and AIDS
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Payam Sazegar
David Tu
Doreen Littlejohn
Archie Myran
Canadian Journal of Aboriginal Community-Based HIV/AIDS Research, vol. 5, Winter, 2013, pp. 40-56
Description
Survey undertaken to identify challenges faced by individuals dealing with the diseases. Responses shaped development of a Self Management Support program run by the Vancouver Native Health Society.
Health Professionals Working With First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Consensus Guideline
Alternate Title
Consensus Clinical Practice Guideline ; no. 293, June 2013
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Don Wilson
Sandra de la Ronde
Simon Brascoupé
Alisha Nicole Apale
Lucy Barney ... [et al.]
The Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, vol. 35, no. 6, Supplement 2 - Health Professionals Working With First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Consensus Guideline, June 2013, pp. S1-S52
Description
Gives Canadian professionals knowledge to better provide culturally safe and improved health care.
Health Research and Indigenous Health
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Chris Cunningham
Jeff Reading
Sandra Eades
BMJ, vol. 327, no. 7412, August 23, 2003, pp. 445-447
Description
Looks at the research initiatives which resulted from a 2002 tripartite memorandum of understanding between Canada, New Zealand and Australia dealing with Indigenous health.
Health Services Use and Lifestyle Choices of Indigenous and Non-Indigenous Australians
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Stephen Whelan
Donald J. Wright
Social Science & Medicine, vol. 84, May 2013, pp. 1-12
Description
Looks at two possible explanations for health care disparities among Australian populations.
Health Status of Native People Living in the Republic of Sakha (Yakutia)
Alternate Title
Proceedings of the 15th International Congress on Circumpolar Health
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Tatiana Burtseva
Tatiana Uvarova
Maya Savvina
Viktor Shadrin
Sergei Avrusin
Vyacheslav Chasnyk
International Journal of Circumpolar Health, vol. 72, Supplement 1, 2013, p. article no. 21166
Description
Findings from the study on over 1,000 people revealed that disease prevalence among Natives living in the Republic is very high compared to the overall population. Further study is needed.
Health Team 3: Aboriginal Health Program in Cairns
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Maria Adler
Aboriginal and Islander Health Worker Journal, vol. 6, no. 3, September 1982, pp. 4-6
Description
Describes the use of the Weight-for-Height Wallchart which assists health workers with an easy way how to measure children's progress using visual cues.
Health Team 60: Aboriginal Health Program in Aurukun
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Gloria Koongotema
Stella Owokran
Doris Pookamelya
Aboriginal and Islander Health Worker Journal, vol. 6, no. 3, September 1982, pp. 7-9
Description
New health worker team in northern Queensland, Australia discusses learning about European medicine while still employing, 'bush medicine' treatments using locally sourced ingredients.
Health, Time and Doing Time: Potential Impacts of the Safe Streets and Communities Act (Former Bill C-10) on the Health and Well-being of Aboriginal People in BC
Alternate Title
Office of the Provincial Health Officer Special Report
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
P.R.W. Kendall
Description
Looks at the interrelationships between social determinants of health, risk and protection factors and the multi-generational impact of residential school experiences and argues that the Bill will worsen the over-representation of Aboriginal peoples in the correctional facilities. Concludes with nine recommendations which focus on relationships, crime prevention and diversion, and monitoring and evaluation.
A Health Worker Study Tour From Elcho Island to the Philippines
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Roslyn Maypilama
Jack Dangatanga
Dorothy Wanamula
Ros Brand
Aboriginal and Islander Health Worker Journal, vol. 6, no. 4, December 1982, pp. 10-22
Description
Presents highlights from tour of community based health programs.
Health Workers at Carnarvon
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Violet Drury
Aboriginal and Islander Health Worker Journal, vol. 6, no. 2, June 1982, pp. 39-42
Description
Regional coordinator at the Community and Child Health Services in Carnarvon, West Australia describes her role within the organization.
Healthy Aboriginal Child Development and Health Promotion/Chronic Disease Prevention: Prospects for Integration and Intersectoral Coordination
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Ken Moselle
Jessica Ball
Description
Focuses on how Healthy Child Development programs can be integrated with health promotion in entire communities.
Companion document: Contributions of Culture and Language in Aboriginal Head Start in Urban and Northern Communities to Children’s Health Outcomes: A Review of Theory and Research.
Healthy Aging in Place: Environmental Scan Île-à-la-Crosse
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Bonnie Jeffery
Shanthi Johnson
Nuelle Novik
Sylvia Abonyi
Diane Martz
Juanita Bacsu
Sarah Oosman
Description
Looks at a study that examines the supports and barriers of healthy aging for seniors in rural and northern communities.
Healthy Foods for Navajo Schools: Discoveries From the First Year of a Navajo Farm to School Program
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Shawn Newell
Description
Discusses program linking a farm with a Navajo community-based charter elementary school and looks at general issues which should be considered when forming such a partnership.
Healthy Nations: Reducing Substance Abuse in American Indian and Alaska Native Communities
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Tim Noe
Candace Fleming
Spero Manson
Journal of Psychoactive Drugs, vol. 35, no. 1, Morning Star Rising: Healing in Native American Communities, January-March 2003, pp. 15-25
Description
Discusses the Healthy Nations Initiative funded by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation which focuses on early prevention, intervention, pubic awareness and cultural values.
Healthy Native Families: Preventing Violence at all Ages
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Melissa Kemberling
Laura Avellaneda-Cruz
Description
Looks at data on domestic violence and sexual violence affecting Alaska Native people of all ages and stages of life and the services provided.
Healthy Teeth, Healthy Lives: Inuit Oral Health Action Plan 2013
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami
Description
Plan for addressing disparities in oral health within Inuit communities with a focus on prevention, improvements to access, and parent engagement.