Prevalence of Cardiovascular Disease and Risk Factors Among Somali Immigrants and Refugees

Westgard, Bjorn; Martinson, Brian C.; Maciosek, Michael V.; Brown, Morgan; Xu, Zhiyuan; Farah, Farhiya; Osman, Ahmed; Dalmar, Ahmed; DuBois, Diana K.; Sanka, Laura; Pryce, Douglas J.

doi:10.1007/s10903-020-01078-3

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“…Ethnicity is considered a relevant component when discussing the CVD risk factors because of drastic changes immigrants are exposed to when arriving in developed countries such as the US and Canada, where the life rhythm and food habits are distant by culture. Also, change in the level of physical activity influenced by the living conditions and socioeconomic status and access to healthcare services increase CVD risk [ 1 ].…”

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“…Among Somali immigrants and refugees, there is a high-level prevalence of obesity, type II diabetes mellitus, and low physical activity that puts them at risk for CVD, mainly they are affected by the cultural barriers, rate of health insurance, and established primary care. Overall, the CVD risk was higher among males than females in this immigrant group [ 1 ].…”

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“…Cardiovascular disease (CVD) risks are of concern among immigrants and refugees settling in developed host countries [ 1 , 2 ]. With nearly 7.5 million persons moving to Canada through immigration, Canada has one of the highest per-capita immigration rates of any high-income country, accounting for almost one-fifth (21.9%) of the total population [ 3 ].…”

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The Risk of Cardiovascular Disease Among Immigrants in Canada

Sebastian¹,

Avanthika²,

Jhaveri³

et al. 2022

Cureus

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Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide. The global surge in migration to high-income countries, especially Canada, highlights the importance of studies evaluating the risk factors and the disparities in the rate of incidence of CVD among immigrants. Canada is home to a diverse group of immigrants, each presenting with a risk profile that is unique to their ethnicity and country of birth. A variety of cardiac risk factors, such as dietary habits, physical activity, smoking, cultural traditions as well as preponderance to certain diseases like type II diabetes mellitus, hypertension, and high lipid levels act in concert and impact CVD risk and overall incidence. This narrative review focuses on CVD risks and how it is related to the immigration status among various ethnic groups in Canada.

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The Risk of Cardiovascular Disease Among Immigrants in Canada

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Jhaveri³

et al. 2022

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“…Open access can be accessed and disseminated to resettled communities for public health monitoring. 3 In recognition of these challenges, important questions range from how to efficiently meet the healthcare demands of a growing population that is effective and sustainable to providing an engagement that uses culturally specific resources that simultaneously enhances health education and drives an increased level of trust in the local healthcare system. 4 Upon resettlement in Western countries, many Somali refugees were faced with the widespread diagnosis of autism, which was unfamiliar to them prior to migration.…”

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“… 2 The other challenge is to collect and monitor healthcare data that can be accessed and disseminated to resettled communities for public health monitoring. 3 In recognition of these challenges, important questions range from how to efficiently meet the healthcare demands of a growing population that is effective and sustainable to providing an engagement that uses culturally specific resources that simultaneously enhances health education and drives an increased level of trust in the local healthcare system. 4 …”

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Development of a culturally and linguistically sensitive virtual reality educational platform to improve vaccine acceptance within a refugee population: the SHIFA community engagement-public health innovation programme

Streuli

Ibrahim²,

Mohamed

et al. 2021

BMJ Open

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ObjectivesTo combat misinformation, engender trust and increase health literacy, we developed a culturally and linguistically appropriate virtual reality (VR) vaccination education platform using community-engaged approaches within a Somali refugee community.DesignCommunity-based participatory research (CBPR) methods including focus group discussions, interviews, and surveys were conducted with Somali community members and expert advisors to design the educational content. Co-design approaches with community input were employed in a phased approach to develop the VR storyline.Participants60 adult Somali refugees and seven expert advisors who specialise in healthcare, autism research, technology development and community engagement.SettingSomali refugees participated at the offices of a community-based organisation, Somali Family Service, in San Diego, California and online. Expert advisors responded to surveys virtually.ResultsWe find that a CBPR approach can be effectively used for the co-design of a VR educational programme. Additionally, cultural and linguistic sensitivities can be incorporated within a VR educational programme and are essential factors for effective community engagement. Finally, effective VR utilisation requires flexibility so that it can be used among community members with varying levels of health and technology literacy.ConclusionWe describe using community co-design to create a culturally and linguistically sensitive VR experience promoting vaccination within a refugee community. Our approach to VR development incorporated community members at each step of the process. Our methodology is potentially applicable to other populations where cultural sensitivities and language are common health education barriers.

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Migrating Populations and Health: Risk Factors for Cardiovascular Disease and Metabolic Syndrome

2022

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Purpose of ReviewTo summarize results of recent studies of migrants in Europe and North America and ongoing efforts to adapt strategies to provide them with inclusive sensitive health care. Recent Findings Major predisposing factors for developing hypertension, obesity, diabetes, and the metabolic syndrome in migrating populations and refugees were identified. Susceptibility to the metabolic syndrome is predominantly due to environmental factors and psychological stress. Acculturation also contributes to the emergence of cardiovascular (CV) risk factors in first-generation adult immigrants. Increased risk for later development of hypertension and dyslipidemia has also been detected in adolescent immigrants. Targets for public health efforts were based on data that show important differences in CV risk factors and prevalence of the metabolic syndrome among ethnic immigrant groups. Studies in young adults focused on lifestyle and dietary behaviors and perceptions about weight and body image, while the focus for older adults was end-of-life issues. Summary Two important themes have emerged: barriers to health care, with a focus on cultural and language barriers, and violence and its impact on immigrants' mental health.

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Prevalence of Cardiovascular Disease and Risk Factors Among Somali Immigrants and Refugees

Cited by 13 publications

References 35 publications

The Risk of Cardiovascular Disease Among Immigrants in Canada

The Risk of Cardiovascular Disease Among Immigrants in Canada

Development of a culturally and linguistically sensitive virtual reality educational platform to improve vaccine acceptance within a refugee population: the SHIFA community engagement-public health innovation programme

Migrating Populations and Health: Risk Factors for Cardiovascular Disease and Metabolic Syndrome

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