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Introduction: The purpose of this study was to obtain baseline data on bone mass density for Native Hawaiian women and to better understand the socio-cultural context for assessing bone health and risk of osteoporosis for this underserved population. Method: A sequential mixed-method design guided by Leininger's Culture Care Theory of Diversity and Universality consisted of two phases: (a) an initial exploratory focus group and (b) dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) scans and individual interviews. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and thematic analysis. Results: Phase a (n = 12) suggested that Native Hawaiian women have limited knowledge of bone health, but recognize traditional and cultural ways of health. Phase b (n = 50) showed that Native Hawaiian women have healthy bones, according to the T -score results. The interviews suggested that perspectives of bone health are culturally anchored. Discussion: Understanding cultural values and practices are vital for care. Preliminary recommendations for health professionals are included. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The articles collected here represent a selection of the papers presented at the Newfoundland and Labrador Book History Symposium, held at Memorial University on 7-8 May 2016. Organized by the [...]

In 1984, Nancy set up her Wellspring studio in rural Maine where she further developed her distinctive use of color, powerful symbols, and archetypal figures. Returning to the States, Nancy went on to study art at the University of Vermont and later at Montclair University in New Jersey where she earned her masters degree in art in 1972. - Nancy Earle Nancy Earle was first introduced to the power of art to communicate through image and color by her father, Edwin Earle, who lived among the Hopi and honored their ceremonial life through his paintings of the Kachina dancers. [Extracted from the article]