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Perceived racial discrimination, resilience and oral health behaviors of adolescents with immigrant backgrounds

Community organizations: n/a Integration timeline: not defined Key findings: 1) Out of 316 participants (median age of 15 years) 76% reported experiencing discrimination 2) Higher discrimination distress scores were associated with less likelihood of categorizing self-rated oral health as good 3) The odds of brus...

Perceptions of breast cancer screening programs and breast health among immigrant women: A qualitative study in Alberta

Key populations: immigrant women from the MENA region (Middle East and North Africa) Open access: No Location: Edmonton, AB Key findings: Themes included: 1) Limited knowledge about breast health, cancer risk, and screening services in Canada. 2) Barriers to maintaining breast health and to screening included: l...

Sociocultural determinants of children’s oral health among immigrants in Canada

Future research / gaps identified: Continue conducting studies on the sociocultural influences on immigrants’ oral health to better understand its complexities and potential areas of intervention. Open access: Yes Community organizations: n/a Integration timeline: 1st generation immigrant parents Key fin...

The influence of health service interactions and local policies on vaccination decision-making in immigrant women: A multi-site Canadian qualitative study

Integration timeline: not defined Key findings: 1) Participants had differing past experiences in Canada and before their arrival that influenced how they used information in their vaccination decisions. 2) Increased likelihood of vaccine uptake and trust in Canadian healthcare was fostered through clear vaccination...

Forced migration, resettlement, and sport: Lessons from the Kabul-Edmonton soccer team

Future research / gaps identified: not stated Key findings: 1) Football (soccer) as a common habitus between home and Canada. 2) Gender norms, roles and gendered football experiences while playing on a co-ed team in Edmonton. 3) Football league’s intentions of having a minimum amount of female players on the fi...

Perceptions and experiences of Pakistani-descent female adolescents on developing sexuality and its relation to psychological wellbeing

Key recommendations: 1) Approach sexual health education and healthcare with cultural awareness and intersectionality regarding race, ethnicity, culture and religion. 2) Develop youth-oriented policies that increase awareness and address barriers in the evolving sexuality of immigrant youth. Community organizations...

Exploring socio-environmental effects on community health in Edmonton, Canada to understand older adult and immigrant risk in a changing climate

Open access: No Community organizations: n/a Future research / gaps identified: Investigate the health impacts of climate and air pollution hazards between subgroups of immigrants. Local socioecological explorations will be critical in informing meaningful approaches to reduce the health impacts of climate change a...

Development of a digital information platform to enhance usability and accessibility for immigrant women who have experienced a miscarriage

Community organizations: n/a Key findings: 1) Women do not receive enough care for a miscarriage, and immigrant women are particularly vulnerable as they may have a lack of social and familial support in Canada. 2) Cost, stigma, lack of support, language and other accessibility factors impact immigrant women’s...