Data collected from 1999 to 2004 indicates the risk of violent victimization is four times higher among Aboriginal women than non-Aboriginal women.

Feminist and Gender Studies Thesis (Ph.D.)--University of Ottawa, 2017.

Investigates the response to the Canada Prenatal Nutrition Program on pregnant women's behaviors and birth outcomes amongst various social groups.

Looks at the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual condition of Aboriginal women with a neurological condition and relationship to their caregivers.

Study reviewed 17 articles and six reports about effective programs and their positive impacts. Found that high levels of community involvement were linked to better outcomes across a range of indicators.

An analysis of the discussion regarding Indigenous sex workers during deliberations for Bill C-36, calling for the eventual abolition of prostitution in Canada. Both those for and against the proposed bill acknowledged the issue of Indigenous women in the sex trade.

Public Health Thesis (Ph.D.)--University of Toronto, 2014.

Identifies core operational characteristics when developing intervention programs to fit the needs of both physicians and Aboriginal mothers.

Discusses the high prevalence of use and misuse and the health consequences for users and those exposed to second-hand smoke.

Examines the validity of the Harvard Service Food Frequency Questionnaires when used with low-income American Indian and Caucasian pregnant women.

Identifies barriers to breast health as being access to information, screening, economics, follow-up, and protecting women

Looks at the research question "what does leadership mean to you as someone who is Deaf, Native American, and female?"

Comments on a research project that investigated the factors underlying the cervical cancer burden on First Nation women.

Development of a conceptual framework which could lead to culturally appropriate Pap smear screening tests.

Study of 60 young Indigenous mothers examines the association between setting and attaining goals and indicators of health behavior change. After six month of intervention it was found that goal attainment was not significantly associated with behavior change despite participants exhibiting confidence in completing goals and increased sense of agency.

Examines past weaning behavior and ferility by inspecting changes in nitrogen isotope ratios in bones.

Based on interviews with 103 women, study supports need for primary health professionals to offer postnatal screening for women who may be at risk for postpartum depression .

Psychology Thesis (M.A.)--University of Regina, 2003.

Findings indicated that most individuals had very high plasma concentrations, which provides heart disease protection.

Book reviews of 2 books: Violence Against Women edited by Stanley G. French, Wanda Teays, and Laura M. Purdy; and Daring to be Good edited by Bat-Ami On and Ann Ferguson.

Looks at cultural and shared beliefs, poverty, historical trauma in tribes and families, suicide, and substance abuse and treatment.

Describes two critical and interrelated concerns Aboriginal women face, HIV/AIDS and domestic violence.

Population Health Thesis (Ph.D.)--University of Ottawa, 2015.

Using a photovoice method to discuss the effects of race, gender, and class on cancer experiences.

Discusses ovarian cancer, nudges women to be tested for this type of cancer, and lists some warning signs. Article located by scrolling to page 8.

Comparative study findings indicate that regular Vitamin A supplements during pregnancy can play a role in improving infant health development.

Nutritional Science Thesis (M.Sc.)--McGill University, 2009.

Describes the development of single-access programs in four Canadian communities and evaluates the various success levels.

Looks at women-centred care within Saskatchewan and Manitoba and compares findings with other women-centred models. Published by the Prairie Women's Health Centre of Excellence.

Presents results of a three year research project involving interviews of 13 women and a literature review.

Psychology Thesis (M.Sc.)--Massey University, Albany Campus, 2015.

Introductory article to themed issue on HPV infections and related diseases.

Comments on a health care improvement program that offers services for Aboriginal women and their children.

Comments on a combined exercise and healthy eating program aimed at reducing the prevalence of chronic disease.

Looks at a project that brought together low-income mothers of preschool-aged children who wanted to learn more about making their community a healthier place to live. Published by the Prairie Women's Centre for Excellence.

History Thesis (Ph.D.)--University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, 2007.

Discusses the need for culturally sensitive and safe physical activity resources for First Nations women.

Examines the factors behind the excessive amount of young women displaying stressful behaviour and what treatment options should be pursued.

Investigates four approaches to research: descriptive literature, world view perspectives, cultural brokering and transcultural world view. The article further discusses implications these have in terms of nursing education, research and practice.

Study of 19 women aged 75 or older revealed that in the Sami culture elderly people feel that it is important to be "strong" and "healthy".