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View article: Evaluation of the Aspiring Deans Leadership Development Program in Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand
Evaluation of the Aspiring Deans Leadership Development Program in Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand Open
The global demand for registered nurses outstrips supply. The sustainability of the registered nurse workforce is exacerbated by a global shortage of suitably qualified faculty to educate the next generation of nurses and midwives. The Cou…
View article: Health Promotion Opportunities for Lesbian, Gay and Bisexual People: Using Data From the New Zealand Health Survey
Health Promotion Opportunities for Lesbian, Gay and Bisexual People: Using Data From the New Zealand Health Survey Open
Issue Addressed Health inequity for sexual minority (lesbian, gay and bisexual) people compared with heterosexual people is well documented globally. However, limited local data have been used to inform health policy and practice. This pro…
View article: Sexual identity and utilisation of primary healthcare services: findings from the New Zealand Health Survey
Sexual identity and utilisation of primary healthcare services: findings from the New Zealand Health Survey Open
Using data extracted from the New Zealand Health Survey (NZHS), the purpose of this study was to compare lesbian, gay and bisexual people and heterosexual people on engagement with general practitioner (GP) and nursing services and patient…
View article: “Being really confidently wrong”: Qualitative researchers’ experiences of methodologically incongruent peer review feedback.
“Being really confidently wrong”: Qualitative researchers’ experiences of methodologically incongruent peer review feedback. Open
Although peer review is one of the central pillars of academic publishing, qualitative researchers’ experiences of this process has been largely overlooked. Existing research and commentary have focused on peer reviewers’ comments on quali…
View article: Nursing Students’ Perceptions of Assisted Dying: A Qualitative Study
Nursing Students’ Perceptions of Assisted Dying: A Qualitative Study Open
Assisted dying became a legal choice in November 2021 following the passing of the End of Life Choice Act (2019) in New Zealand. This new means of dying allows individuals to pursue the right to die should they meet the legislated criteria…
View article: Drinking Cultures of Rainbow New Zealanders
Drinking Cultures of Rainbow New Zealanders Open
There is growing interest in how drinking cultures may be shifted to reduce alcohol-related harm. In New Zealand, there is a lack of research on alcohol use and other aspects of drinking culture in Rainbow New Zealanders (ie, people with d…
View article: Ready to respond: preparing firefighters for non-fire incidents
Ready to respond: preparing firefighters for non-fire incidents Open
In Aotearoa-New Zealand and perhaps in other countries, firefighters are increasingly required to attend highly demanding and stressful non-fire incidents. This study used a qualitative descriptive research design to examine the gaps in pr…
View article: July 2023
July 2023 Open
baskets', we will indeed be stronger.In emergency management, we are the few selected to serve the many.We belong to an honourable profession that is dedicated to community safety.We have a duty to serve and protect our fellow human beings…
View article: Age-friendly attributes of a rural town in Aotearoa New Zealand
Age-friendly attributes of a rural town in Aotearoa New Zealand Open
The rapid ageing of rural populations has highlighted the importance of ensuring environments are appropriate for the changing needs and preferences of older adults ageing in rural communities. Recent evidence indicates understanding exist…
View article: Rainbow health in Aotearoa New Zealand – finally getting the attention it deserves?
Rainbow health in Aotearoa New Zealand – finally getting the attention it deserves? Open
A welcome focus on health services -but determinants of
View article: The alcohol industry—A commercial determinant of poor health for Rainbow communities
The alcohol industry—A commercial determinant of poor health for Rainbow communities Open
Background Alcohol use is an area of challenge for health promotion internationally. The alcohol industry operates as a key commercial determinant of health in that its actions contribute to alcohol misuse, resulting in a range of health a…
View article: Asian Drinking Cultures in New Zealand: A Scoping Review
Asian Drinking Cultures in New Zealand: A Scoping Review Open
Alcohol use causes harm across most populations. However, comparatively little research and policy attention has been paid to drinking cultures among Asian people. A scoping review was undertaken to identify drinking patterns, alcohol-rela…
View article: Exploring Understandings of Sexuality Among “Gay” Migrant Filipinos Living in New Zealand
Exploring Understandings of Sexuality Among “Gay” Migrant Filipinos Living in New Zealand Open
Ethnicity, sexuality, and health are inextricably linked. This study reports on individual interviews carried out with 21 “gay” migrant Filipinos living in New Zealand to understand sexual identity and identify how they manage the disclosu…
View article: Justifications for heavy alcohol use among gender and sexually diverse people
Justifications for heavy alcohol use among gender and sexually diverse people Open
A range of research reports that many gender and sexually diverse people drink alcohol at heavy levels. This study used 24 focus groups to explore shared understandings of alcohol use among gender and sexually diverse people living in New …
View article: Beginning on an age‐friendly journey: Barriers to implementing age‐friendly initiatives
Beginning on an age‐friendly journey: Barriers to implementing age‐friendly initiatives Open
Objective To explore the barriers to communities in New Zealand developing age‐friendly initiatives. Methods A qualitative participatory approach underpinned this study. Semi‐structured digitally recorded individual interviews were underta…
View article: Program Evaluation for Health Professionals: What It Is, What It Isn’t and How to Do It
Program Evaluation for Health Professionals: What It Is, What It Isn’t and How to Do It Open
Health professionals deliver a range of health services to individuals and communities. The evaluation of these services is an important component of these programs and health professionals should have the requisite knowledge, attributes, …
View article: Knowledge of HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis among immigrant Asian gay men living in New Zealand
Knowledge of HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis among immigrant Asian gay men living in New Zealand Open
INTRODUCTION HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) is a new bio-medical means of reducing the risk of HIV infection. It’s use by individuals at high risk of HIV acquisition is recommended. Aims This study identifies the ways immigrant Asian …
View article: P524 Gays, government and big data: should routine health records include sexual orientation?
P524 Gays, government and big data: should routine health records include sexual orientation? Open
Background Sexual orientation minorities continue to experience poorer outcomes in sexual health, mental health and addictions. Despite clear information needs, routine data identifying gay, lesbian and bisexual (GLB) individuals are seldo…
View article: Accessing rural health services: Results from a qualitative narrative gerontological study
Accessing rural health services: Results from a qualitative narrative gerontological study Open
Objective Explore how older adults’ talk about accessing rural community health services. Methods A qualitative narrative gerontological approach explored issues related to accessing health services in their community. Semi‐structured digi…
View article: Late‐life living and care arrangements of older Filipino New Zealanders
Late‐life living and care arrangements of older Filipino New Zealanders Open
Aims and objectives To explore the living and care arrangement plans of older Filipino immigrants in New Zealand. Background New Zealand is rapidly becoming the host to an increasing number of ageing Filipino immigrants. Despite this sizea…
View article: Loneliness in Men 60 Years and Over: The Association With Purpose in Life
Loneliness in Men 60 Years and Over: The Association With Purpose in Life Open
Loneliness as a consequence of getting older negatively impacts on the health and well-being of men as they age. Having a purpose in life may mitigate loneliness and therefore positively impact on health and well-being. Limited research in…
View article: “Engaging in my rural community”: perceptions of people aged 85 years and over
“Engaging in my rural community”: perceptions of people aged 85 years and over Open
Globally, numbers of people aged 85 years and over are increasing. Many older people, including those 85 years and over, are ageing in rural areas. For successful ageing in place, physical and social environments must be appropriate. The a…
View article: The condom imperative in anal sex – one size may not fit all: a qualitative descriptive study of men who have sex with men
The condom imperative in anal sex – one size may not fit all: a qualitative descriptive study of men who have sex with men Open
Aims and objectives To explore men who have sex with men's views about condom use when having anal intercourse. Background Internationally, health promotion campaigns use behavioural change strategies to support men who have sex with men t…
View article: Views about HIV/STI and health promotion among gay and bisexual Chinese and South Asian men living in Auckland, New Zealand
Views about HIV/STI and health promotion among gay and bisexual Chinese and South Asian men living in Auckland, New Zealand Open
Ethnic minority gay, bisexual, and other men who have sex with men (MSM) are considered to have a high risk for HIV infection. The aim of this study was to identify some of the ways Chinese and South Asian MSM talk about and understand iss…