Publications

The FNC is committed to improving the health and well being of First Nations peoples and their communities, through knowledge-based activities. One of the key objectives of the FNC is to conduct, facilitate, promote and disseminate research on First Nations health. Since its establishment in 2001, the Centre has undertaken various research initiatives and activities in respect of First Nations health.

CHILDREN'S HEALTH

Our Healthy Journey

ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH

Backgrounder on FN Water Quality

ETHICS

Conceptual Frameworks in Health Research

Considerations and Templates for Ethical Research Practices (April 2007) provides practical guidance to communities interested in developing their own research policies and protocols. The most useful feature of this guide is its three templates to assist First Nations in the development of research policies and agreements.

Ethics Tool Kit: Ethics in Health Research (2003) provides information and advice on ethics as they apply to aspects of health research that a community might undertake, such as participatory research, interviews, surveys, or reviews of health records.

Ownership, Control, Access and Possession, Critical Analysis  (April 2007) explains the principles of OCAP and how they apply to the collection, storage and use of data. It also provides some useful models in the form of policies, protocols, or strategies that reflect OCAP and have been adopted by First Nations to regulate research activities that affect their peoples and communities.

Privacy Tool Kit: The Nuts and Bolts of Privacy (Revised January 2005) provides important information about privacy and health information, addressing such topics as access to information, consent to share information and privacy legislation; introduces OCAP principles.

MATERNAL HEALTH

Aboriginal Midwifery in Canada

Exploring the Role of Social Support in Labour and Delivery for First Nations Women and Families

Maternity Care Needs Assessment

Midwifery and Aboriginal Midwifery in Canada Map

What is a Doula? Brochure

MENTAL HEALTH

Crystal Methamphetamine Discussion Paper

Mental Health Annotated Bibliography

MISCELANIOUS

Cervical Cancer Literature Review

First Nations Tele-health

Health Careers (2005) provides information on health career education, employment opportunities and job descriptions for a comprehensive list of careers in health and wellness. There are concise FAQs as well as worksheets to assist students in determining the educational requirements for various professions. It also contains a glossary of relevant terms and an inventory of programs and resources for First Nations people interested in pursuing health careers.

Health Information, Research and Planning (2009) defines the fundamental      concepts  in the fields of health research and public health practice, and explains them in a manner that is relevant to First Nations health planners, administrators and leaders.

Injury Prevention Annotated Bibliography

Occupational Health and Safety

Research Tool Kit: Understanding Research (2003) provides a basic introduction to the research process (in general, but with a focus on health) so communities will be familiar with the issues and can make informed decisions about research projects.

Summary of NAHO Poll

Surveillance Tool Kit: Health Surveillance – The Basics (2003) describes the purpose and process or conducting health surveillance; identifies different levels of surveillance systems and sources of information; and provides examples of specific surveillance topics relevant to First Nations.

Understanding Health Indicators (April 2007) will assist community First Nations health workers and planners in understanding how to use health indicators and statistics to investigate and improve health in their communities.

Urban First Nations Health Research Discussion Paper

SUICIDE

Assessment and Planning Tool Kit for Suicide Prevention in First Nations Communities (August 2005) provides a step-by-step framework to guide First Nations individuals and organizations in assessing need and developing a suicide prevention plan for their community. It also contains information and research on suicide prevention to increase awareness and encourage discussion.

TRADITIONAL KNOWLEDGE

GEGENOATATOLTIMG: Sharing the Knowledge Gathering Technical Report

Sacred Ways of Life: Traditional Knowledge (May 2005) provides an overview of various aspects of traditional knowledge, including: what traditional knowledge means to First Nations; ways that traditional knowledge can be used, protected and maintained; the national and international legal context of indigenous traditional knowledge and; a glossary of terms, resources and organizations related to traditional knowledge.

In Development

• Managing Health Human Resources (in development) discusses health human resource issues, and describes some promising practices and strategies for the recruitment and retention of health professionals in First Nations communities. It is intended as a resource for First Nations health directors and managers.

The FNC welcomes feedback on our publications.  To obtain printed copies of any of our resources please contact:  fnc@naho.ca

Last Update: January 06 2010