Adjusting the Canadian Healthcare System to Meet Newcomer Needs

Lane, Ginny; Vatanparast, Hassan

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“…These factors can contribute to specific health vulnerabilities that differ from those of other newcomer groups and the general population [ 12 , 15 , 39 ]. The insights gained from studying this particular subgroup can provide valuable information on the integration processes and the effectiveness of current healthcare services tailored to address the healthcare needs of newcomers including non-permanent residents in Canada [ 38 ]. Understanding these aspects can help identify gaps in services and inform policies that enhance healthcare accessibility and equity not only for international students but also for other newcomer groups.…”

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Exploring the pharmacist’s role in supporting newcomer international students and their families with the transition to the Canadian healthcare system including medication use: Protocol for a qualitative study

Aboelzahab,

Pinto,

McCarthy

et al. 2024

PLoS ONE

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Canada welcomes a large number of newcomers every year including international students and their families. The over 800,000 international students who arrived in Canada in 2022, are twice as likely to face difficulties in accessing healthcare services compared to those who were born in Canada. Lack of access to healthcare services may jeopardize their full participation in Canadian society. Pharmacists are highly accessible healthcare providers due to their regular contact with the public, extended working hours, and wide distribution of pharmacies. Given the expanding role of pharmacists in Canada, pharmacists can be a great resource for international newcomers to address their healthcare needs when transitioning to the Canadian healthcare system and exploring available services. In this study, we will explore how international students and their families, who make up a significant segment of newcomers to Canada each year, transition to Canada’s healthcare system and identify their main challenges related to developing coping skills for managing diseases and navigating the complexities of prescription and nonprescription medication use. To do so, we will conduct virtual interviews with newcomer international students who have lived experience with transitioning to the Canadian healthcare system. This study will help understand the international student experience and identify how pharmacists can deliver a tailored package of pharmaceutical services to this population to best address their healthcare needs when transitioning to the Canadian healthcare system with the goal of reducing healthcare gaps and inequities. By exploring the healthcare challenges faced by these students, our findings will help pinpoint precise areas where pharmacists can practice to their full scope including medication management, patient education, and transitional care. Consequently, the study will offer detailed recommendations on how pharmacists can better support this population and thereby help alleviate the overall strain on the primary healthcare system.

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“…There is little known in the literature about the transition of healthcare for newcomer international students and their families [ 38 , 39 ]. Therefore, conventional content analysis will be used to analyze the qualitative study data [ 40 ].…”

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Exploring the pharmacist’s role in supporting newcomer international students and their families with the transition to the Canadian healthcare system including medication use: Protocol for a qualitative study

Aboelzahab,

Pinto,

McCarthy

et al. 2024

PLoS ONE

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“…Canada’s universal health care system actively integrates culturally tailored interventions. The Canadian government has pushed for strategies that involve community engagement and representation in health decision-making, enhancing the cultural appropriateness of health care services [ 66 ]. Using community health workers who share the same cultural background as immigrants has been a breakthrough, acting as a bridge between health care providers and immigrant communities [ 67 ].…”

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Need for Culturally Competent and Responsive Cancer Education for African Immigrant Families and Youth Living in the United States

Abraham,

Agoke,

Sanuth

et al. 2024

JMIR Cancer

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Cancer prevalence data for Black Americans is monolithic and fails to consider the diverse cultures and backgrounds within that community. For instance, African immigrants constitute a meaningful proportion of the foreign-born Black immigrants in the United States (42%), but the prevalence of cancer in the African immigrant community itself is unknown. Therefore, without accurate cancer prevalence data, it is impossible to identify trends and other key factors that are needed to support the health of African immigrants and their children. Moreover, it is impossible to understand how the culture and language of subgroups influence their cancer-related health behavior. While research in this area is limited, the existing literature articulates the need for culturally responsive and culturally tailored cancer education for African immigrants and their adolescent children, which is what we advocate for in this viewpoint paper. Existing projects demonstrate the feasibility of culturally responsive programming for adults; however, few projects include or focus on adolescents or children born to African immigrants. To best meet the needs of this understudied community, researchers must use culturally competent interventions alongside familiar, usable media. For adolescents, technology is ubiquitous thus, the creation of a culturally tailored digital intervention has immense potential to improve cancer awareness and prevention for youth and their community. More research is needed to address many of the existing research gaps and develop a rich understanding of the unique experience of cancer among African immigrant families that can be used to inform intervention development. Through this viewpoint, we review the current state of cancer-related research among African immigrant families in the United States. In this paper, we acknowledge the current knowledge gaps and issues surrounding measurement and then discuss the factors relevant to designing an educational intervention targeted at African immigrants and the role of African immigrant youth.

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“…These programs are effective when they address health disparities and ensure equitable access to health resources, thereby improving the availability of healthcare services in underserved areas. Additionally, the success of these programs is closely linked to community engagement and cultural relevance in program development (Lane & Vatanparast, 2022). Principles of community engagement and self-determination are essential for ensuring feasible, effective, and culturally appropriate interventions, especially when targeting specific community members such as Aboriginal adults (Quinn et al, 2017).…”

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Community development programs in Rural Africa: An effectiveness review

Beatrice Adedayo Okunade,

Bukola A, Odulaja,

Foluke Eyitayo Adediran

et al. 2024

Int. J. Sci. Res. Arch.

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Community Development Programs (CDPs) play a pivotal role in fostering positive change and sustainable development in rural Africa. This paper provides a comprehensive review of the effectiveness of such programs, shedding light on their impact, challenges, and potential avenues for improvement. In recent decades, numerous CDPs have been implemented across rural Africa, aiming to address a myriad of socio-economic challenges faced by local communities. These programs typically encompass a range of initiatives, including infrastructure development, healthcare services, education, and livelihood improvement. The overarching goal is to empower communities, enhance their resilience, and foster long-term growth. The effectiveness of CDPs in rural Africa is a multifaceted subject, influenced by various factors. One key aspect is the context-specific nature of each community, necessitating tailored approaches that consider local cultures, traditions, and needs. Successful programs often demonstrate a deep understanding of these contextual nuances, fostering community engagement and ownership. While some CDPs have shown remarkable success in achieving their intended outcomes, challenges persist. Limited financial resources, inadequate infrastructure, and political instability can hinder the implementation of these programs. Additionally, the top-down approach adopted by some initiatives may result in a lack of community participation and, consequently, suboptimal outcomes. It is imperative to adopt a participatory and inclusive approach that involves local stakeholders in the decision-making process, ensuring sustainability and long-term impact. This review also highlights the importance of monitoring and evaluation mechanisms in assessing the effectiveness of CDPs. Rigorous data collection and analysis are essential for understanding the real impact of these programs on key indicators such as poverty reduction, healthcare access, and educational attainment. In conclusion, while Community Development Programs have made significant strides in rural Africa, there is room for improvement. Tailoring interventions to the specific needs of each community, fostering community participation, and implementing robust monitoring and evaluation processes are crucial steps toward enhancing the effectiveness of these programs. The findings of this review contribute to the ongoing discourse on community development in rural Africa, providing insights for policymakers, practitioners, and researchers alike.

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Adjusting the Canadian Healthcare System to Meet Newcomer Needs

Cited by 6 publications

References 17 publications

Exploring the pharmacist’s role in supporting newcomer international students and their families with the transition to the Canadian healthcare system including medication use: Protocol for a qualitative study

Exploring the pharmacist’s role in supporting newcomer international students and their families with the transition to the Canadian healthcare system including medication use: Protocol for a qualitative study

Need for Culturally Competent and Responsive Cancer Education for African Immigrant Families and Youth Living in the United States

Community development programs in Rural Africa: An effectiveness review

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