Publications by authors named "Higinio Fernandez Sanchez"

Youth experiencing homelessness (YEH) face challenges that increase their susceptibility to HIV/STIs. Nurse case management is effective in managing the complex needs of populations experiencing homelessness and reducing HIV risk. A randomized wait-list control study conducted between September 2019 to May 2023 evaluated the CAYA "Come As You Are" intervention.

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  • The article discusses the importance of using preferred terms and inclusive language in research involving diverse populations, highlighting the negative impacts of inappropriate terminology, such as labeling and stigma.
  • The study analyzed terminology preferences from 12 major international organizations, revealing a shift towards more respectful and accurate language choices, like "people made vulnerable by systemic inequities" instead of outdated terms.
  • The findings stress the critical role of language in shaping perceptions of diverse communities and call for ongoing efforts to prioritize inclusive language to enhance equity in research and policy.
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  • The return of migrant partners can negatively affect the sexual health of women who remain in their communities, highlighting the need for targeted support and intervention.
  • A critical ethnographic study in Agua Dulce, Mexico involved 50 participants, including women, returnees, community leaders, and healthcare professionals, using various research methods like interviews and observations.
  • Findings showed that economic struggles and early separations lead to emotional distress for women, primarily due to infidelity concerns, highlighting the necessity for specialized health support and interventions.
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Objective: This article highlights key lessons learned while conducting a nurse-led community-based HIV prevention trial with youth experiencing homelessness (YEH), focusing on sexually transmitted infections testing and treatment, intervention sessions, community partnerships, and participant recruitment and retention.

Design: The insights and experiences shared aim to inform future research and the design of interventions targeting populations at high risk, particularly when facing unanticipated challenges. By addressing these areas, the article contributes to the decision-making for the design and delivery of effective strategies to improve the health outcomes among marginalized populations.

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Objective: To conduct a rapid review and determine the acceptability, access, and uptake of the COVID-19 vaccine among global migrants.

Materials And Methods: A rapid review was conducted May 2022 capturing data collected from April 2020 to May 2022. Eight databases were searched: PubMed, Ovid Medline, EMBase, CINAHL, SCOPUS, Google Scholar, LILACS, and the Web of Science.

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Lee and Wojtiuk (2021) initiated the discussion on integrating internationally educated nurses (IENs) into the Canadian nursing workforce in a commentary published in the Canadian Journal of Nursing Leadership (Volume 34, Issue 4, 2021). In this letter, we seek to further expand the discussion on bureaucratic barriers that delay or discourage IENs from transitioning into the Canadian nursing workforce.

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Señor editor: La emigración de enfermeros mexicanos hacia el extranjero es un tema que cobra relevancia durante la pandemia por Covid-19, principalmente por la necesidad de contar con profesionales calificados que hagan frente a esta situación de emergencia sanitaria. Pero ¿por qué los enfermeros están emigrando cuando México también tiene escasez de estos profesionales?..

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Migration is a growing phenomenon around the world, including within the African continent. Many migrants, especially African children, face challenges related to health and social inclusion and can face increased health risks. A systematic scoping review of available literature on the health of African migrant children across the globe was conducted to offer insight into these health risks.

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Objective: To explore the scope, range, and nature of the existing literature on Mexican women who remain behind in their communities of origin while their partners migrate abroad.

Design: A scoping review informed by an intersectionality framework was conducted over four months, January-April 2020.

Data Sources: The electronic databases Medline, PsyINFO, Global Health, CINAHL, Gender Studies Database, Dissertations & Theses Global, LILACS, IBECS, and Sociological Abstracts were searched.

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Despite the research on left-behind children, less is known about left-behind women across transnational spaces. The purpose of this scoping review was to assess the extent, range, and nature of the existing body of literature on left-behind women whose partners have migrated across borders. This scoping review was guided by the five-step approach of Arksey and O'Malley.

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There are 7.1 million people living with a disability in Mexico. Of these individuals, 7% are children and adolescents with developmental disabilities.

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