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A Novel Method for Involving Women of Color at High Risk for Preterm Birth in Research Priority Setting
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Grassroots-to-global champions for maternal health
Deva-Marie Beck1, Barbara Dossey1
1Nightingale Initiative for Global Health. Nightingale Intiative for Global Health.
Beginnings (American Holistic Nurses' Association)
|March 1, 2014
Summary
Holistic nurses can improve global health by raising public awareness and sharing untold stories. Supporting global health initiatives expands universal consciousness and community well-being worldwide.
Area of Science:
- Nursing
- Global Health
- Community Health
Background:
- Holistic nursing emphasizes global community improvement.
- Nurses' impact can extend beyond physical reach.
- Global health challenges require innovative approaches.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the role of holistic nurses in global health.
- To demonstrate how public voice and energetic support contribute to global health.
- To showcase the "Daring, Caring and Sharing to Save Mothers' Lives" campaign as a model.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative analysis of nurse-led global health initiatives.
- Case study of the "Daring, Caring and Sharing to Save Mothers' Lives" campaign.
- Exploration of "raising public voices" and "energetic support" in global health.
Main Results:
- Holistic nurses actively contribute to global health through advocacy and awareness.
- Sharing untold stories is a powerful tool for expanding universal consciousness.
- Campaigns like "Daring, Caring and Sharing" effectively raise awareness for maternal health.
Conclusions:
- Holistic nurses play a vital role in advancing global health outcomes.
- Public engagement and storytelling are crucial for addressing global health disparities.
- Continued support for nurse-led global health initiatives is essential for community well-being.
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