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2011
Schopflocher, D., Higginbottom, G.M.A., Safipour, J., Emami, A.
The purpose of this study was to investigate the relationship between a sense of alienation and self reported health. A sample consisting of a total of 446 high school students aged 15-19 (Mean age = 16.95, SD = 1.01, Female = 59%), with a participation rate of 91%. The Jessor and Jessor...
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2008
Mathers, N., Kirkham, M., Owen, J.M., Marsh, P., Higginbottom, G.M.A.
Ethnicity and racialised identity have been salient themes in USA research and policy on teenage parenthood, in contrast with the UK context. This article presents findings from interviews with professionals in support services for young parents, with three main conclusions. Firstly, appropriate...
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Perception of the health of children living and working on the streets of Sunnyside - Part 1: Literature review and methodogly
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The phenomenon of street children is generating increasing concern in South Africa. The number of street children has grown because of the current economic hardship in South Africa, increasing levels of violence and widespread family and community disruption. In terms of health, it is clear that...
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Does the FamCHAT Tool Enhance the Ethno-Cultural Dimensions of Nursing Assessment at the Royal Alexandra Hospital (RAH)?
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Forgeron, J., Callender, S., Ortiz, L., Richter, S., Young, S., Boyce, M., Higginbottom, G.M.A
The RAH is located in one of Edmonton’s most ethnoculturally diverse neighbourhoods. Their interpretive service responds to >800 requests annually for > 30 languages. RAH staff requested identification and evaluation of a culturally-sensitive assessment tool suitable for enhancing nursing...
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2012-06-17
Morgan, M., Dassanayake, J., Kocay, D., Chiu, Y., Higginbottom, GMA, Alexandre, M., Forgeron, J., Eyford, H.
Difficulties can exist for immigrant women when accessing and navigating health and maternity care services. Our research question is what are the experiences of immigrant women in Canada accessing maternity care services? Focus will be placed on, a) accessibility and acceptability as...
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Optimizing Health Literacy and Community Engagement in Relation to Active Living with Edmonton’s Newcomer Young People and their Families
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Dassanayake, J., Yohani, S., Mogale, R.S., Higginbottom, G., Richter, S., Vallianatos, H.
Canada is a multicultural country where immigration plays an important role in population growth and the country’s economy. Despite this, some newcomers such as those who hold refugee status, experience greater ill-health than the general population. Moreover, many immigrants and refugees (both...
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Food choices and practices during pregnancy of immigrant and Aboriginal women in Canada: a study protocol
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Gibbons, D., Vallianatos, H., Mamede, F., Higginbottom, G.M.A., Malhi, R., Forgeron, J.
Background: Facilitating the provision of appropriate health care for immigrant and Aboriginal populations in Canada is critical for maximizing health potential and well-being. Numerous reports describe heightened risks of poor maternal and birth outcomes for immigrant and Aboriginal women. Many...
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The transitioning experiences of internationally-educated nurses into a Canadian healthcare system: A focused ethnography
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Background: Beyond well-documented credentialing issues, internationally-educated nurses (IENs) may need considerable support in transitioning into new social and health care environments. This study was undertaken to gain an understanding of transitioning experiences of IENs upon relocation to...
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2000
Adolescents represent a large proportion of the population. As they mature and become sexually active, they face more serious health risks. Most face these risks with too little factual information, too little guidance about sexual responsibility and multiple barriers to accessing health care. A...