Explore publications authored or co-authored by Dr. Bukola Salami.
Improving equity and wellness in cancer care with people of Latin American and African Descent: a study protocol
- Authors
- Anna Santos Salas, Sharon M. Watanabe, Aynharan Sinnarajah, Nahyeni Bassah, Fleur Huang, Jacqueline Alcalde-Castro, Harkeert Judge, Hannah M. O'Rourke, Pilar Camargo Plazas, Bukola…
- Publication year
- 2025
- Source
- Front. Oncol. 15:1469037.
- Type
- Journal Article
- Topics
- Black Health
Background: Cancer inequities such as late access to cancer screening and diagnosis affect people of African and Latin American descent in Canada. These inequities in addition to experiences of racism and discrimination and unequal living and…
Interventions to Improve the Mental Health of Black Youth in Western Countries: A Scoping Review
- Authors
- Eyasu Yakob, Aloysius Nwabugo Maduforo, Ibukun Christiana Kayode, Tiphanie Okorie, Prosper Komolafe, Folajinmi Oluwasina & Bukola Salami
- Publication year
- 2025
- Source
- Journal of Racial and Ethnic Health Disparities 2025
- Type
- Journal Article
- Region
- International
- Topics
- Black Child
Background: Black youth in Western countries experience disproportionate mental health challenges driven by systemic racism, cultural stigma, and limited access to culturally appropriate care. While the need for tailored interventions is increasingly recognized, there remains a…
Methodological reflections from a research project on the mental health of Black youth
- Authors
- Bukola Salami, Jordana Salma, Benjamin Denga, Aloysius Maduforo, Dominic A Alaazi
- Publication year
- 2025
- Source
- Health Promot Chronic Dis Prev Can. 2025 Apr;45(4):204–211.
- Type
- Journal Article
- Region
- Alberta
- Topics
- Black Child
The aim of this study was to provide an illustrative example of how researchers can effectively engage Black youth using a culturally responsive, participatory action research (PAR) approach. We aimed to examine the mental health needs…
Prevalence of cancer prevention lifestyle recommendations in individuals with excess body weight
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- C.E. Orsso, T. Gormaz, S. Valentine, I. Matias de Sousa, M. Ferguson-Pell, S.T. Johnson, A.A. Kirkham, D. Klein, N. Maeda, J.F. Mota, S.E. Neil-Sztramko, M. Quintanilha, B. Oladunn…
- Publication year
- 2025
- Source
- Clinical Nutrition ESPEN, 69, 918-919
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- Journal Article
- Topics
- Other
Determine whether there was statistical difference between the two groups in these parameters. The Mindray DC 70 2021 model year of the equipment was used for liver ultrasounds as one of the instrumental research approaches. Patients…
Proceedings from the 16th Annual University of Calgary Leaders in Medicine Research Symposium
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- Keough, Joanna RG, BSc, MSc · Moore, Robert T, BSc, PhD · Shafgat, Qandeel, BSc · Punjwani, Zoya, MPH, PhD · BHSc, Emily Au · Peringod, Govind, BASc, MSc, PHD · Goodarzi, Zahra, BH…
- Publication year
- 2025
- Source
- Clinical and Investigative Medicine 2025 48:2, 10-20
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- Journal Article
- Region
- Canada
- Topics
- Other
The 16th annual Leaders in Medicine (LIM) Research Symposium was held in person at the Health Sciences Centre in Calgary on November 15, 2024. The event featured a keynote address by Dr. Bryan Yipp, titled “Medically…
Protocole d’étude – Réflexions méthodologiques découlant d’un projet de recherche sur la santé mentale des jeunes Noirs
- Authors
- Bukola Salami, Ph.D. · Jordana Salma, Ph.D. · Benjamin Denga, Ph.D. · Aloysius Maduforo, Ph.D. · Dominic A. Alaazi, Ph.D.
- Publication year
- 2025
- Source
- Promotion de la santé et prévention des maladies chroniques au Canada Vol 45, n° 4, avril 2025
- Type
- Journal Article
- Topics
- Black Child
Cette étude vise à illustrer la façon dont les chercheurs peuvent s’y prendre pour mobiliser les jeunes Noirs de manière efficace en utilisant une approche de recherche participative adaptée à la culture des participants. Notre objectif…
Recherche qualitative originale – Analyse du Fonds pour la santé mentale des communautés noires : facteurs de succès, défis et recommandations
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- Bukola Salami, Ph.D., Mia Tulli-Shah, M.A., Ifrah Abdillahi, Ph.D., Wesley Crichlow, Ph.D.
- Publication year
- 2025
- Source
- Promotion de la santé et prévention des maladies chroniques au Canada Vol 45, n° 4, avril 2025
- Type
- Journal Article
- Region
- Canada
- Topics
- Black Health
Introduction: En 2018, dans le but de remédier aux iniquités en matière de santé mentale subies par les Canadiens noirs, le gouvernement du Canada a annoncé un investissement de 10 millions de dollars canadiens dans un…
Reimagining Research With Black Communities: Community-Led Agendas and Participant Recruitment Strategies
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- B Salami, DA Alaazi, AN Maduforo, M Tulli-Shah, S Yohani
- Publication year
- 2025
- Source
- Qualitative Inquiry, 0(0).
- Type
- Journal Article
- Topics
- Black Health
Guided by community-based participatory research (CBPR) and critical race theory (CRT), this study employed a descriptive qualitative approach to explore strategies for improving engagement with Black communities in Canada. Researchers with experience conducting Black health studies…
Impact of Climate Change on Adolescents’ Health Outcomes: An Evidence Gap Map Review
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- Salima Meherali, Saba Nisa, Yared Asmare Aynalem, Megan Kennedy, Bukola Salami, Samuel Adjorlolo, Parveen Ali, Kênia Lara Silva, Lydia Aziato, Solina Richter, Zohra S. Lassi
- Publication year
- 2024
- Publication date
- 2024-12-26
- Source
- Journal of Adolescence Volume 97, Issue 3 pp. 609-619
- Type
- Journal Article
- Region
- International
- Topics
- Other
Background: The evolving impact of climate change on adolescents' health is a pressing global concern. Climate change's effects on their physical, mental, and social well-being worsen unique developmental challenges for adolescents. This study aims to map…
Transnationalism and Hegemonic Masculinity: Experiences of Gender-Based Violence Among African Women Immigrants in Canada
- Authors
- Elizabeth Onyango, Mary Olukotun, Faith Olanrewaju, Dayirai Kapfunde, Nkechinyere Chinedu-Asogwa and Bukola Salami
- Publication year
- 2024
- Publication date
- 2024-11-15
- Source
- Women 2024, 4(4)
- Type
- Journal Article
- Region
- Canada
- Topics
- Other
Gender-based violence (GBV) is an age-long issue plaguing societies all over the globe. Over the years, GBV perpetrated against women has been justified and legitimized by patriarchal and hegemonic masculine structures. This study explored the role…
Interventions employed to address vaccine hesitancy among Black populations outside of African and Caribbean countries: a scoping review
- Authors
- Precious Majekodunmi, Mia Tulli-Shah, Janet Kemei, Ibukun Kayode, Aloysius Nwabugo Maduforo and Bukola Salami
- Publication year
- 2024
- Publication date
- 2024-11-13
- Source
- BMC Public Health (2024) 24:3147
- Type
- Journal Article
- Region
- Canada
- Topics
- Black Health
Background: Black people are disproportionately affected by structural and social determinants of health, resulting in greater risks of exposure to and deaths from COVID-19. Structural and social determinants of health feed vaccine hesitancy and worsen health…
Transition to adult healthcare for immigrant youth: Practice recommendations
- Authors
- Andrew S. Mackie, Mia Tulli-Shah, Alyssa Chappell, Michael Kariwo, Siciida Ibrahim, Bukola Salami
- Publication year
- 2024
- Publication date
- 2024-11-05
- Source
- Health Care Transitions Volume 2, 2024, 100079
- Type
- Journal Article
- Region
- Canada
- Topics
- Other
Introduction: The transition from pediatric to adult healthcare is challenging for adolescents and young adults (AYA) with pediatric-onset chronic health conditions. Although barriers faced by AYA during transition are well-documented, previous studies have not considered how…







