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Authors: Walker RD
Publication Year: 2004
Last Updated: 2010-01-21 08:14:08
Journal: OneSky
Keywords: newsletter; joint initiatives; resource database; technical assistance; training; workshops; events; evaluation
Short Abstract: One Sky Center First Newsletter. Overview: Center Governance, Alliances & Joint Initiatives, Resource Database; Networking, Presentations, Consultations and Technical Assistance, Preliminary Expansion Opportunities, Upcoming Training, Workshops, Meetings and Events, Evaluation
Abstract: One Sky Center First Newsletter. Overview: Center Governance; Alliances & Joint Initiatives; Resource Database; Networking, Presentations, Consultations and Technical Assistance; Preliminary Expansion Opportunities; Upcoming Training, Workshops, Meetings, and Events; Evaluation
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Authors: Satter, Delight E., Zubiate, Andrea, Melissa Gatchell
Publication Year: 2003
Last Updated: 2010-01-21 08:14:08
Journal: National Native American AIDS Prevention Center
Keywords: American Indian/Alaska Native youth; sexuality, youth health, sexual health; HIV/AIDS; capacity building; culturally relevant; needs assessment; female and male; prevention curricula
Short Abstract: Purpose: In preliminary surveys, HIV Prevention programs throughout the country have indicated to the National Native American AIDS Prevention Center (NNAAPC) that they have little to no information about the specific needs of Native youth to help guide the development of well-rounded prevention programs. In order to provide these programs with technical assistance and capacity building services that are both culturally relevant and age appropriate, NNAAPC has subcontracted to The American Indian and Alaska Native Research Program, UCLA Center for Health Policy Reseach, to conduct a needs assessment with Native Young Adults on sexual health. Focus groups on the topic youth sexuality and sexual health were conducted for the needs assessment.
Abstract: Purpose: In preliminary surveys, HIV Prevention programs throughout the country have indicated to the National Native American AIDS Prevention Center (NNAAPC) that they have little to no information about the specific needs of Native youth to help guide the development of well-rounded prevention programs. In order to provide these programs with technical assistance and capacity building services that are both culturally relevant and age appropriate, NNAAPC has subcontracted to The American Indian and Alaska Native Research Program, UCLA Center for Health Policy Research, to conduct a needs assessment with Native Young Adults on sexual health. Focus groups on the topic youth sexuality and sexual health were conducted for the needs assessment. The focus group participants were selected based on the following eligibility requirements: American Indian and Alaska Native female and male young adults aged 18-24. There were 37 participants with heritage in over 20 different tribes. The ultimate goal of the needs assessment was to look for trends and patterns that are similiar for all locations to serve as the starting point for the development of prevention curricula.
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Authors: Marlatt GA, Larimer ME, Mail PD, Hawkins EH, Cummins LH, Blume AW, Lonczak HS, Burns KM, Chan KK, Cronce JM, La Marr CJ, Radin SM, Forquera, Ralph, Gonzales R, Tetrick C, Gallion S
Publication Year: 2003
Last Updated: 2010-01-21 08:14:08
Journal: Alcoholism: Clinical and Experimental Research
Keywords: Cultural Congruence, Drug and Alcohol, American Indian/Alaska Native, Adolescent, Life Skills, Intervention.
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There has been an increasing call for and development of culturally appropriate substance prevention/intervention for ethnic minorities in schools and communitites, especially among reservation and in urban American Indian and Alaska Native (AIAN) communities. Past attempts to intervene in and reduce misuse of alcohol and other drugs have not had great success. The Journey of the Circle Project utilized innovative programs with a strong emphasis on historic cultural traditions.
Abstract: There has been an increasing call for and development of culturally appropriate substance prevention/intervention for ethnic minorities in schools and communities, especially among reservation and in urban American Indian and Alaska Native (AIAN) communities. Past attempts to intervene in and reduce misuse of alcohol and other drugs have not had great success. The Journeys of the Circle Project utilized innovative programs with a strong emphasis on historic cultural traditions.
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Authors: Petereit DG, Rogers D, Kaur JS, Govern F, Howard SP, Osburn CH, Coleman CN, Fowler JF, Chappell R, Mehta MP
Publication Year: 2005
Last Updated: 2010-01-21 08:14:08
Journal: Journal of Cancer Education
Keywords: Clinical Trials Neoplasms Health Disparities National Cancer Institute
Short Abstract: The purpose is to increase participation of health disparities populations on National Cancer Institute clinical trials as part of the Cancer Disparities Research Partnership program. Clinical practice suggests that Native American cancer patients present with more advanced stages of cancer and hence have lower cure rates and higher treatment-related morbidities. It is hypothesized that a conventional course of cancer treatment lasting 6 to 8 weeks may be a barrier.
Abstract: BACKGROUND: The "Walking Forward" program is a scientific collaborative program between Rapid City Regional Hospital, the University of Wisconsin, the Mayo Clinic, and partnerships with the American Indian community in western South Dakota-3 reservations and 1 urban population. The purpose is to increase participation of health disparities populations on National Cancer Institute clinical trials as part of the Cancer Disparities Research Partnership program. Clinical practice suggests that Native American cancer patients present with more advanced stages of cancer and hence have lower cure rates and higher treatment-related morbidities. It is hypothesized that a conventional course of cancer treatment lasting 6 to 8 weeks may be a barrier. METHODS: Innovative clinical trials have been developed to shorten the course of treatment. A molecular predisposition to treatment side effects is also explored. These clinical endeavors will be performed in conjunction with a patient navigator research program. RESULTS AND CONCLUSIONS: Research metrics include analysis of process, clinical trials participation, treatment outcome, and assessment of access to cancer care at an early stage of disease.
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Authors: Forquera, Ralph
Publication Year: 2001
Last Updated: 2010-01-21 08:14:08
Journal: NA
Keywords: American Indians and Alaskian Natives are living in American cities, not on reservations
Short Abstract: The purpose of this Issue Brief is to describe the large and growing urban Indian population, their health status and the major federal health programs (i.e., I.H.S. and Medicare) and federal-state programs (i.e., Medicaid and Child Health Insurance Program) that are available to improve Native Americans’ access to needed health services.1 In setting forth the circumstances of urban Indians, this Issue Brief does not intend to suggest that the health care needs of Indian people living in rural areas are in any way less compelling.
Abstract: Few people realize that the majority of American Indians and Alaska Natives in the United States are now living in American cities, not on reservations. Yet, Federal health care policy toward American Indians and Alaska Natives continues to focus largely on the needs of those living on reservations in rural areas—needs that, despite demonstrable progress since the creation of the Indian Health Service (I.H.S.) in 1955, remain substantial (Kauffman et al., 1997). The purpose of this Issue Brief is to describe the large and growing urban Indian population, their health status, and the major federal health programs (i.e., I.H.S. and Medicare) and federal-state programs (i.e., Medicaid and Child Health Insurance Program) that are available to improve Native Americans’ access to needed health services.1 In setting forth the circumstances of urban Indians, this Issue Brief does not intend to suggest that the health care needs of Indian people living in rural areas are in any way less compelling.
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Authors: Lwebua-Mukasa JS, Dunn-Georgiou E
Publication Year: 2000
Last Updated: 2010-01-21 08:14:08
Journal: Journal of Urban Health: Bulletin of the New York Academy of Medicine
Keywords: asthma, children, resporatory diseases, western New York,adolescent,
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To determine the prevalence of caregiver-reported asthma in children 4 to 13 years old in metropolitan western New York state, surveys were conducted during 1997-1999 in the Buffalo, Niagara Falls, Iroquois, and Gowanda school systems.
Abstract: To determine the prevalence of caregiver-reported asthma in children 4 to 13 years old in metropolitan western New York State, surveys were conducted during 1997-1999 in the Buffalo, Niagara Falls, Iroquois, and Gowanda school systems. Questionnaires (3,889) were sent to the homes of elementary school children in nine schools in western New York. The caregivers were asked to complete a 13-item questionnaire for the child. Of the questionnaires, 60.5% (2,353/3,889) were completed. Of all children, 18% had physician-diagnosed asthma. Of children diagnosed with asthma, 86% were taking medication. Symptoms were consistent with suspected undiagnosed asthma for 13% of the children. Buffalo had the highest rate of diagnosed asthma (20%) for the age group. Gowanda had a prevalence of 18%, Iroquois 16%, and Niagara Falls 15%. Variations were observed in asthma prevalence rates among different racial/ethnic groups. In general, boys had a significantly (P = .001) increased odds of being asthmatic compared with girls. Overall, African-Americans and Hispanic/Latino children had significantly (P = .012 and P = .005, respectively) higher asthma prevalence rates, two to five times those of their Caucasian peers. In Gowanda, the prevalence of diagnosed asthma among Native American children was 23%, compared to 15% among Caucasian children. Of diagnosed Native American children, 71% were female. In Gowanda, a significant association (P = .007) of asthma among children in split-grade classes was observed compared to nonsplit grades. Of Native American children in split grades, 60% were diagnosed asthmatics. These observations reveal a high prevalence of asthma in the age group of 4 to 13 year olds in western New York. Local variations in potential triggers of asthma need to be considered when advising asthmatics. The results suggest that some grades have a disproportionate amount of children with asthma. The implications of asthma for children's early education need to be examined further.
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