Explore publications authored or co-authored by Dr. Bukola Salami.
Vaccine uptake and hesitancy among Black people: A scoping review
- Authors
- Folajinmi Oluwasina, Salwa Musa, Mary Olukotun, Folakemi Ojo, Omolara Sanni, Lynda Djoutsa, Modupe Tunde-Byass, Andre Renzaho, Upton Allen, Bukola Salami Mar 31
- Publication year
- 2026
- Source
- Can Commun Dis Rep. 2026;52(3):67–79.
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- Journal Article
Background: Vaccination is one of the most cost-effective ways to prevent disease, yet vaccine hesitancy remains a threat to the progress made in tackling vaccine preventable diseases. Black communities have a history of being subjects of…
Advancing Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in Nursing: Reflection on Over a Decade of Research
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- Olatubi MI, Marfo EA, Salami B
- Publication year
- 2026
- Source
- Nursing Leadership (Toronto, Ont.),38(3):91-99
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- Journal Article
The contemporary debate on equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) in nursing practice has been affected by numerous intersecting forces. In this commentary, we draw on insights from Bukola Salami's 15-year research program, which offers critical perspectives…
Exploring Social Identity Clusters and NICU Outcomes in the Context of Alberta Family Integrated Care
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- Oyinda Obigbesan, Bukola Salami, Karen M. Benzies
- Publication year
- 2026
- Source
- Journal of Obstetric, Gynecologic, & Neonatal Nursing Volume 55, Issue 4p375-387.e4July 2026
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- Journal Article
Objective: To explore variations in maternal and infant outcomes among clusters of mother–infant dyads in the NICU characterized by intersecting social identity characteristics. Design: Secondary exploratory analysis of data from a cluster randomized controlled trial conducted…
A Scoping Review on the Impact of the Environment on Racialized Immigrant Older Adults’ Social Connectedness and Sense of Belonging
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- Vivian Afrah Puplampu, Ashley Hai Yen Ho, Mashrur Kazi, Alberta Baffour-Awuah, Michelle Dalidowicz, Juliet Bushi, Jordana Salma, Joseph Osuji, Festus Y. Moasun, Mary Chipanshi, Flo…
- Publication year
- 2026
- Source
- Journal of Aging Research 2026, 1089194, 14 pages
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- Journal Article
Background and objective: The increasing number of immigrant and older adult populations in Canada is reflected among racialized groups. Migrating to a new country at an older age, language barriers, financial concerns and immigration policies present…
Taux de vaccination et hésitation chez les personnes noires : un examen de la portée
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- Folajinmi Oluwasina, Salwa Musa, Mary Olukotun, Folakemi Ojo, Omolara Sanni, Lynda Djoutsa, Modupe Tunde-Byass, Andre Renzaho, Upton Allen, Bukola Salami
- Publication year
- 2026
- Source
- es-canada-rmtc/numero-mensuel/2026-52/numero-3-mars-2026/taux-vaccination-hesitation-personn es-noires.html RMTC • mars…
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- Journal Article
- Region
- Canada
Contexte: La vaccination est l’un des moyens les plus efficients de prévenir les maladies, mais l’hésitation à l’égard de celle-ci reste une menace pour les progrès réalisés dans la lutte contre les maladies évitables par la…
A Rapid Scoping Review of Resilience Facilitators and Barriers among Black Children and Young People in Canada
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- Emmanuel A. Marfo, Albert Junior Frimpong, Haris Musavar, Bukola Salami
- Publication year
- 2026
- Source
- Canadian Journal of Nursing Research. 2026;0(0).
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- Journal Article
Background and Purpose: Despite pervasive structural and systemic adversities, Black children and youth in Canada demonstrate significant resilience. However, mainstream discourse often privileges deficit-based narratives, marginalizing these strengths. This rapid scoping review identifies and synthesizes the…
Exploring the Coping Strategies of International Medical Graduates in the Canadian Healthcare System
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- Gervin Ane Apatinga, Maya Eboigbodin, Florence Obianyor, Aloysius N. Maduforo, Aderemi Adelugba & Bukola Salami
- Publication year
- 2026
- Source
- Journal of International Migration and Integration 2026
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- Journal Article
International medical graduates (IMGs) in Canada face multiple intersecting challenges with limited support systems, yet research on how they cope in clinical settings remains scarce. Applying Skinner et al.’s coping framework, we explored the coping strategies…
Beyond “Stranger Danger”: Canadian Parents’ Perspectives on Family-Centered Prevention of Online Child Sexual Exploitation
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- Neelam Punjani, Amber Hussain, Jennifer Martin, Lise Milne, Bukola Salami, Lisa Hartling Shannon Scott May 21st, 2026
- Publication year
- 2026
- Source
- Research Square
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- Journal Article
- Region
- Canada
Background: Online child sexual exploitation and abuse is an escalating public health concern, yet parents often report uncertainty about recognizing risks, initiating age-appropriate conversations, and accessing practical prevention resources. This study explored Canadian parents’ experiences, perceived…
ADWEN: A Framework for Advancing Equity in Mental Health Promotion
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- Yiadom-Boakye, Noah, Yembilah, Rita, Lashewicz, Bonnie, Salami, Bukola
- Publication year
- 2026
- Source
- Canada-Africa Academic Collaborations Conference (CAACC), February 26-27, 2026.
- Region
- Canada
Background: Persistent mental health inequities among Black, Caribbean and African immigrant communities in settler colonial states such as Canada reflect structural racism and mismatches between dominant models and community worldviews. Approach: We introduce ADWEN (Ancestry &…
Global, regional, and national levels and trends in maternal mortality, progress towards the Sustainable Development Goals, and mortality from COVID-19 infection in pregnant women, 1990–2023: a systematic analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2023
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- GBD 2023 Maternal Mortality Collaborators Volume 2, Issue 5, May 2026, Pages e375-e424
- Publication year
- 2026
- Source
- The Lancet Obstetrics, Gynaecology, & Women's Health
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- Journal Article
Background: Maternal mortality has decreased globally in the past three decades; however, mortality remains high in some locations and progress has plateaued or reversed in others. Updated comprehensive assessments of maternal mortality for countries and territories,…
Defining the Black population in Canadian health research: a scoping review
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- Marie-Claire Uwamahoro, James Idowu, Nashit Chowdhury, Sumedh Bele, Naomi Popeski, Francis Boakye, Charles Odame-Ankrah, Régine Uwibereyeho King, Bukola Salami, Doreen M. Rabi & Ta…
- Publication year
- 2026
- Publication date
- 2026-06-03
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- BMC Public Health (2026)
- Type
- Journal Article
- Region
- Canada
Background: Inconsistent definitions, labels, and classifications of the Black population in Canadian health research raises an important question: Who is considered Black? This inconsistency can unintentionally hinder the comparability and effectiveness of studies, potentially leading to…
Updated trends in the global prevalence and burden of mental disorders, 1990–2023: a systematic analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2023
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- GBD 2023 Mental Disorder Collaborators May 23, 2026 Lancet 2026 May 23;407(10543):2040-2064.
- Publication year
- 2026
- Publication date
- 2026-05-23
- Type
- Journal Article
Background: The 2023 iteration of the Global Burden of Diseases, Injuries, and Risk Factors Study (GBD) estimated prevalence, incidence, and health burden for 375 diseases and injuries, including 12 mental disorders. We assess past, current, and…





