Publications by authors named "Cory Bendall"
Article Synopsis
- Individuals with COPD in rural areas face conflicts between their symptoms and the need for physical activity, which contributes to their sense of purpose and well-being.
- Using Photovoice methodology, the study examined physical activity norms among 12 participants from British Columbia, revealing that their engagement in activities is closely tied to their rural and seasonal environments.
- Results emphasize the necessity for PR clinicians to consider the unique geocultural contexts of their clients when recommending activities, as these can greatly influence their experiences and coping strategies.
This article suggests a method for integrating the principles of Aboriginal knowledge translation (KT) in the implementation of a pilot for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) screening to improve current practice and provide health programming that is culturally sensitive and relevant. The elements of the Consolidated Framework for Implementation Research model guided a community informed design for the Lung Health Day that was planned with two communities of the Secwepemc Nation in British Columbia. By integrating the principles of Aboriginal KT, program implementation design can address the current disparities in respiratory care and management of COPD and improve the health status of First Nations patients.
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