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Health promotion among immigrant women from India living in Canada
1School of Nursing, University of Windsor, ON, Canada.
Purpose:
To describe the health promoting practices of immigrant women from India and how cultural knowledge, norms, and values influence their behavior.
Design:
Descriptive using a small convenience sample.
Method:
Using ethnographic methodology, 20 women between the ages of 40 and 70 years living in Canada, 1995-1996, were interviewed individually using open-ended questions. Community get-togethers were also observed.
Findings:
The sample of women consistently reported that to remain healthy, a good diet, activity, and weight control were important. In addition, prayers, spiritual activities, and good relationships with families helped.
Conclusions:
Health professionals should be aware of the special needs of immigrant women to help them promote healthy lifestyles in their cultural context.