Diabetes

Computer Science Thesis (M.Sc.)--University of Saskatchewan, 2011.

Reviews articles on diabetes, metabolic syndrome, dyslipidemia, obesity, hypertension, and cardiovascular disease.

Discusses the cultural and historical trauma of colonization and the impacts on health outcomes.

Narrative review draws on international literature and Canadian research and practice. Concludes that community-based action combined with structural changes and supportive policies are needed to facilitate healthy living and chronic disease prevention.

Discusses the health disparities in Canada and approaches to improving the health outcomes for Aboriginal people.

Examines the long term effects of risk factors that are prevalent during gestation, childhood, adolescence, young adulthood, and adult life on developmental health and later disease risk.

Identifies published, peer-reviewed health education or outreach initiatives.

Discusses 'social research' among Indigenous residents to determine what needed to be done to improve overall health outcomes.

Chronicles the return of ten people to a hunter-gatherer lifestyles for seven weeks.

Comments on locals needing the same good quality food as the employees living and working at the mine site.

Archaeological finding indicate frequent food shortages may have influenced the development of the thrifty gene.

Uses photovoice research method and interviews to find out what knowledge and understanding of body image young First Nations women have about themselves.

Examines whether diabetes rates have fallen and if geographic factors influence trends.

Used two statewide surveys and two large epidemiologic studies to compare rates of prevalence with other racial/ethnic groups.

Looks at determinants of obesity and school-based programs directed at obesity in two south-western United States communities. Concludes with recommendations for future research.

Teaching, Learning and Sociocultural Studies (Ph.D.)--University of Arizona, 2012.

Author stresses that to reduce the disease rate, support must be given to measures that promote a healthier lifestyle.

Nursing Thesis (M.Sc.)--Montana State University, 2008.

Results of a study suggest that the consumption of traditional food, especially wild fish, contributes to better vitamin D levels.

Looks at the factors contributing to high prevalence of diabetes in Native Americans and comments on the Special Diabetes Program for Indians (SDPI) Diabetes Prevention Program.

Describes a pilot project to improve knowledge, attitudes and skills of ad hoc translators, who deal with Native Americans with limited English proficiency.

Agreement between Aboriginal leaders, federal and provincial governments signed November, 2005. Goals included extending life expectancy, reducing suicide, diabetes and infant mortality.

Results of a study to evaluate implementation of a preventative lifestyle modification program, aimed at a reduction in disease incidence through weight loss, diet change, and increased physical activity.

Brief discussion of diseases prevalent in the American Aboriginal population and on culturally appropriate communication methods when dealing with elderly patients.

Study aims to determine if First Nations people with diabetes have experienced the same decrease in cardiac disease as other people in Ontario. Findings indicate that the incidence of cardiac events has declined among First Nations people with diabetes, but remains higher than other people with diabetes in Ontario.

Argues that diabetes should be considered a major public health problem among young American Indians and Alaska Natives.

Examines the risk for alcoholism, diabetes, and depression in American Indian / Alaska Native populations in the U.S.

Discusses the launch of Diabetes Education in Tribal Schools (DETS), a curriculum designed for K-12, with the purpose being to help American Indian youth learn how to prevent diabetes and to inspire students to pursue a career in the field of health.

"Tungasuvvingat Inuit provides Inuit specific programs, services, and support to empower and enhance the lives of Inuit. in Ontario." Includes newsletter, links to Ottawa Inuit organizations and information about non-insured health benefits.

Episode 51: Larry Krotz discusses Diagnosing the Legacy: The Discovery, Research, and Treatment of Type 2 Diabetes in Indigenous Youth. Duration: 25:49

Studies the local situation and makes specific recommendations tailored to the Warm Springs Tribe.

Study seeks to understand how diabetes is understood and treated in Indigenous settings in rural Yucatán.

Concludes that Alaskan Inupiat and Siberian Yup'ik are predominantly affected by type 2 diabetes, as opposed to latent autoimmune diabetes in adults (LADA).

Looks at the magnitude, characteristics, and public health importance of type 2 diabetes in North American youth.

Author proposes a series of recommendations for law and policy changes with modifications or additions to present health initiatives to address the needs of children.

Suggests that due to the alarming increase of type 2 diabetes in American Indian children and adolescents, preventative measures and early detection programs must be implemented.

Looks at a study that uses clinical information from BRAID to test the NDSS algorithm to accurately determine incidence and prevalence of diabetes among First Nations adults.

Looks at Indigenous ancestry, family history, obesity, and hypertension as risk factors to increase type 2 diabetes among Indigenous populations.

Information portal for Aboriginal and rural diabetes designed for health care providers to aid in development of primary prevention strategies.

Presents an historical perspective on diabetes in Oji-Cree youth in Manitoba and Northwestern Ontario and the shift from female predominance of this disease.

Psychology Thesis (Ph.D.)--The University of Toledo, 1999.

Presents a status report on a disease that is being reported more frequently.

Case-control study conducted in Manitoba revealed that breastfeeding reduces the risk of developing the disease.

Social Dimensions of Health Program Thesis (M.Sc.)--University of Victoria, 2012.

Extensive resource providing links to jobs and scholarships, nationwide programs and initiatives, medical and professional programs, and resources for IHS management.

Community Health Sciences Thesis (M.Sc.)--University of Manitoba, 1998.

Looks at diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and respiratory disease and holistic approaches to prevention.