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 unethical research, victims of implicit bias, mistreated by healthcare professionals, and denied access to medical assistance. This study aims…
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 challenges, and information needs related to preventing online child sexual exploitation and abuse among children aged 5–12 years. Methods:…
In Canada, racialized youth face a high risk of technology-facilitated sexual violence (TFSV) and associated mental health impacts, which may be compounded by barriers to accessing care. From July to October 2024, 33 semi-structured interviews with racially diverse youth (ages 15–24) were conducted to gather insights on their experiences, challenges, and community needs. Participants identified…
Background: Black children and youth constitute 41.9% of Canada’s Black population. Their frequent encounters with antiBlack racism and systemic discrimination in schools contribute to disproportionately poor mental health outcomes. Given the rapid growth of the Black population in Western Canada, it is critical to understand how educational policies in this region address anti-Black racism and…
Black children and youth in Canada often hold high educational aspirations; however, systemic biases, deficit-based perceptions, and structural barriers limit their opportunities. These challenges, linked to anti-Black racism, migration-related disruptions, and socioeconomic inequities, contribute to lower engagement, underrepresentation, and reduced access to equitable educational resources. This scoping review examines these intersecting factors to inform equity-focused…
Adolescence represents a critical phase of development, marked by sexual maturity and the development of lifelong behaviours. Immigrant adolescents in Canada encounter barriers that prevent them from accessing services and taking measures to improve their sexual and reproductive health (SRH). These barriers often stem from limited knowledge regarding SRH, cultural views about SRH education, and…
Background: Cancer is a major cause of death in Canada, and Black people in Canada experience notable disparities in screening. This scoping review summarises existing evidence on cancer screening among Black people in Canada and identifies key barriers, facilitators, and implications for policy and practice. Methods: The review followed Arksey and O’Malley’s five-stage scoping review…
Despite the established need for evidence-based practice (EBP), its implementation in nursing remains inconsistent due to organizational, presentation, and individual barriers. Mentorship is frequently cited as a solution, yet its specific mechanisms for bridging evidence to practice are underexplored. This study aimed to examine how mentorship functions as a strategy to support EBP implementation. First,…
The age-standardized incidence and mortality rates for cervical cancer in Ghana is 27.4 and 17.8 per 100,000 women, respectively. Currently, HPV vaccination is available only through privately funded programs, leading to inequitable access and uptake. This study examined how intersecting identities, and social locations contribute to inequities in the privately-funded HPV vaccination program in Ghana.…
Background: This scoping review maps the key findings of intersectional research related to the COVID-19 pandemic in North America. Intersectional approaches highlight how overlapping systems of oppression shape health and social outcomes. Methods: A total of 21 studies were included, comprising 10 quantitative, 8 qualitative, and 3 mixed-methods designs. Studies were reviewed to assess the…
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