Publications by authors named "Talai Mapusua"
Introduction: Demographic and social characteristics of underrepresented groups are often poorly described in pharmacy case-based learning, leading to poor representation of these groups in the pharmacy curriculum. This research project aimed to understand the lived experience of underrepresented groups with pharmacy services and to use this to inform the development of pharmacy case-based student learning materials.
Methods: This was a single centre, grounded theory, qualitative study.
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- Previous studies show that fewer Pacific children in New Zealand are diagnosed with autism compared to European children, with only 1.1% of Pacific children diagnosed.
- Parents' formal education is linked to the likelihood of receiving an autism diagnosis; those with higher education levels are more likely to have their Pacific child diagnosed.
- The findings highlight systemic issues that hinder Pacific parents and communities from effectively navigating the health and education systems in New Zealand.
INTRODUCTION Pacific populations in New Zealand are aging, but little is known in the health-care environment about their experiences with cognitive impairment. AIM The aim was to explore the needs of Pacific peoples affected by age-related cognitive decline from the perspectives of health-care providers. METHODS Six health-care service providers from organisations focused on Pacific patients were interviewed to determine services available to aged Pacific peoples, access, and whether they met Pacific people's needs.
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