Links and resources
These links and resources are health related articles as well as resources that are useful in my work position. There's also a category of acts and regulations for health care in Ontario.
Health Related Article and other resources
Here you can find different resources such as articles, infographics, videos and manuals on different health topics.
Determinants of health
Gender difference in health : A Canadian study of the psychosocial, structural and behavioural determinants of health.
This study examines the differences in health according to the gender.
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Denton, M. Prus, S., & Walters, V. (2004). Gender differences in health : A Canadian study of the psychosocial, structural and behavioural determinants of health. Social Schience & Medicine, Volume 58 (12). Gender differences in health: a Canadian study of the psychosocial, structural and behavioural determinants of health - ScienceDirect
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What makes us healthy
This infographic can be a great tool for health promoters to teach and explain determinants of health to the general population.
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N.A. (2019). What makes us healthy [infographic]. The Health Foundation. Retrived from https://www.health.org.uk/infographic-what-makes-us-healthy October 1, 2022.
Social Determinants of Health : The Canadian Fact
This video promotes the importance of educating ourselves and the population on the social determinants of health.
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TheCanadianFacts. (2011, August 5th). Social Determinants of Health : The Canadian Facts [video]. Youtube. https://youtu.be/GMw_7AWEg4A
Chronic diseases
Osteoporosis prescribing trends in primary care: a population-based retrospective cohort study
This population based study was conducted in Ontario from 2000 to 2010 to study the utilization of osteoporosis medication among senior clients.
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Wang, L., Shawn Tracy, C., Moineddin, R., & Upshur, R. E. G. (2013). Osteoporosis prescribing trends in primary care: a population-based retrospective cohort study. Primary Health Care Research & Development, 14(1), 1–6 https://doi.org/10.1017/S1463423612000114
Vulnerable populations
Core principle of integration of healthcare and social services that support continuity of care for vulnerable seniors with a Canadian case study: home-at last
This study evaluates the Ontarien program Home-At-Last. A home-based care program to avoid hospital readmissions and to improve care for seniors after they've been hospitalized.
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​Siu Mee Cheng, Bisanz, C., & Catallo, C. (2019). Core principle of integration of healthcare and social services that support continuity of care for vulnerable seniors with a Canadian case study: home-at last. International Journal of Integrated Care (IJIC), 19(S1), 1-2.
The future of health
Homelessness and health
This article discusses the health problems among homeless people in Canada.
Hwang, Stephen. (January 23, 2001). Homelessness and health. CMAJ, 164 (2) 229-233.
Employment as a Social Determinant of Health : A Systematic Review of Longitudinal Studies Exploring the Relationship Between Employment Status and Physical Health
The Health Benefits of Volunteering
Studies the relationship between the status of employment and physical health. The study shows that un-employment or job loss resulted in poorer health conditions.
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Hergenrather, Kenneth C. Zeglin, Robert J. McGuire-Kuletz, Maureen. Rhodes, Scott D. (2015). Employment as a Social Determinant of Health: a Systematic Review of Longitudinal Studies Exploring the Relationship Between Employment Status and Physical Health. Rehabilitation Research, Policy and Education Vol 29 Issue 1. DOI : 10.1891/2168-6653.29.1.2.
Social Determinants of Health
This can be a great tool to explain social determinants of health. It outlines the 13 social determinants and has some visuals to explain the concept.
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Ontario Hospital Associations. (n.d.). Social Determinants of Health. https://www.oha.com/Bulletins/Population%20Health%20-%20Social%20Determinants%20of%20Health.pdf
Discusses the benefits of volunteering on physical, mental, and cognitive health.
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Grimm, R. Spring, K. Dietz, N. (2007). The Health benefits of volunteering, Corporation for National & Community Service.
Home-based care program reduces disability and promotes aging in place
This study evaluates the efficacy of the CAPABLE program, a program that aims to promote aging in place.
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Szanton, S. L., Leff, B., Wolff, J.L., Roberts, L., & Fitlin, L. N. (2016). Home-based care program reduces disability and promotes aging in place. Health Affairs, 35(9), 1558-1563)
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The Use of Race, Ethnicity, and Social determinants of Health in Three Pediatrics Journal
This article summarizes the use of race, ethnicity and social determinants in three pediatrics journal.
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Wadsworth, Williams II. Lainie Friedman, Ross. (August 2022). The Use of Race, Ethnicity, and Social determinants of Health in Three Pediatrics Journals. The Journal of Pediatrics. Vol. 247 : p.81-86.
The osteoporosis care gap in Canada
This study evaluates the care level of people who have received an osteoporosis diagnostic.
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Papaioannou, A., Giangregorio, L., Kvern, B., Boulos, P., Ioannidis, G., & Adachi, J. D. (2004). The osteoporosis care gap in Canada. BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders, 5, 11–16. https://doi.org/10.1186/1471-2474-5-11
A National Seniors Care Strategy
The Canadian Health Coalition developed a seniors care strategy to meet the increasing demand of the aging population.
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N.A. (2019). A National Seniors Care Strategy. Canadian Health Coalition.
Facts and Stats - Osteoporosis
On Osteoporosis Canada's website, you can find statistics and facts about osteoporosis. There's lots of visual making it look like an infographic.
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N.A. (2022). Facts and Stats. Osteoporosis Canada. Retrived October 30th 2022from https://osteoporosis.ca/facts-and-stats/.
Canada's long-term care system lacks choice and competition
This article focuses on the lack in the long-term care system which directly affects seniors. It discusses the integration of long-term care into the universal health system.
Labrie, Yanick. (October 8, 2021). Canada's long-term care system lacks choice and competition. Epoch Times.
Universal health insurance and health care access for homeless persons
This study discusses the unmet needs of health care among homeless people in Canada even if health insurance is provided.
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Hwang, S. W., Ueng, J. J., Chiu, S., Kiss, A., Tolomiczenko, G., Cowan, L., Levinson, W., & Redelmeier, D. A. (2010). Universal health insurance and health care access for homeless persons. American journal of public health, 100(8), 1454–1461. https://doi.org/10.2105/AJPH.2009.182022
Toronto homeless feels discrimintated against by healthcare workers
This global news article discusses the discrimination against homeless people in the healthcare system.
Goomansingh, Crystal. (September 8, 2014). Toronto homeless feels discriminated against by healthcare workers. Global News. Retrieved from cnhs.lms.athabascau.ca November 20, 2022.
Our aging population : A national seniors strategy is needed
This article reflects on the need for change for seniors in BC. It is also relevant to the rest of the province.
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Webb, C. (2016). Our aging population: A national seniors strategy is needed. British Columbia Medical Journal, 58(2), 68.
Healthy Aging among LGBT Seniors in Canada : A Review of the Literature
This paper discusses the literature on healthy aging for the LGBT community of seniors in Canada and how changes need to be made for this population.
Murray, E., Numer, M., Merritt, B., Gahagan, J., & Comber, S. (2011). Healthy Aging among LGBT Seniors in Canada: A Review of the Literature. International Journal of Health, Wellness & Society, 1(4), 179-192.
Seniors Care
The Canadian Health Coalition discusses the issues seniors are facing with the health care system such as falling outside the scope of the Canada Health Act and facing a lot of privatized health care.
N.A. (2021). Seniors Care. Canadian Health Coalition. Retrieved from https://www.healthcoalition.ca/project/seniors-care/ November 27, 2022.
Ressources
Here you can find ressources for health care workers working with seniors, health promotion of with volunteers.
Ontario Health
Ontario health funds the ontarien health care system. Here's the link to access the site : Ontario Health | Ontario Health
Volunteer Canada
Volunteer Canada is a registered charity, providing national leadership and expertise on volunteerism to increase the participation, quality and diversity of volunteer experiences. Here's the link to access the site : Volunteer Canada.
Health promotion Canada
Their mission is to advance health promotion initiatives in Canada. Here's the link to access their website : Health Promotion Canada.
Acts and regulations
Here's a list of acts and regulations that health care workers need to adhere to in Ontario.
Occupational Health and Safety Act
The Occupational Health and Safety Act is there to ensure the safety of workers in Ontario. Here's the link to access the Act : Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) | ontario.ca.
Personal Health Information Protection Act (PHIPA)
PHIPA is an act to protect Personal Health Information of Ontariens. Here's the link to access the act : Ontario's Personal Health Information Privacy Legislation for the Health Sector (Health Sector Privacy Rules) - Ministry Reports - Publications - Public Information - MOHLTC (gov.on.ca).
Ontario's Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act
This act gives the public access to their personal health information. Here's the link to access the act : Ontario's Personal Health Information Privacy Legislation for the Health Sector (Health Sector Privacy Rules) - Ministry Reports - Publications - Public Information - MOHLTC (gov.on.ca).