Healthy Living, Healthy Life Conference Proceeding (2018)

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This collaborative health conference was part of Dalhousie University‘s 200th anniversary celebrations. The Healthy Living Healthy Life 2018 (HLHL 2018) conference is focused on interprofessional, collaborative, and multi-stakeholder engagement. Presentations, e-posters, panels, and workshops will explore evidence and new innovations that transform and create capacity for healthy living across the life span.

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Fountain of Health Initiative for Optimal Aging
(Dalhousie University Faculty of Health, 2018) Courtney Jean Sheedy
An oral presentation will be given on how The Fountain of Health (FoH) Initiative for Optimal Aging has become a leading movement in positive psychiatry in Canada. The presentation will review how FoH has approached the theoretical issues in health practices and the importance of preventative efforts.
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Unlocking the Potential of Interprofessional Students to Advance Health Care: Learning from two student led environments
(Dalhousie University Faculty of Health, 2018) Elizabeth Hanna
A three-way partnership between Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital, University Health Network and the Centre for Interprofessional Education in Toronto has supported the development of interprofessional student led environments in two very different healthcare care settings. These initiatives confirm the value of these placements for students, patients, preceptors and administrators.
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Physical Activity as a Predictor of Sleep Quality and Quantity Among Preschool-Aged Children
(Dalhousie University Faculty of Health, 2018) Laura Miller; Sara Kirk; Penny Corkum; Michelle Stone
Poor sleep is common among children. It is important to determine ways to promote healthy sleep in children. The study will examine the relationship between physical activity (PA) and sleep among children. Children will wear accelerometers to measure PA and sleep. A survey will also be used to measure sleep.
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ATP Metabolism in RBC as Biomarker for Post Exercise Hypotension
(Dalhousie University Faculty of Health, 2018) Pollen K Yeung; Sheyda Mohammadizadeha; Fatemeh Akhoundi
The importance of ATP in energy metabolism has long been recognized. Exercise has been shown to increase ATP metabolism in the RBC which may be an important mechanism for post exercise hypotension. We summarize current evidence in support of ATP metabolism in the RBC as a biomarker for cardiovascular protection.
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Thematic Analysis of Children‘s Health Care Play
(Dalhousie University Faculty of Health, 2018) Joan Claire Turner; Victoria Dempsey
This study documents ways that preschooler‘s display health literacy. A participant-observation qualitative study in a preschool classroom (n=28) involved the introduction of health care materials for child-directed play. Six themes illustrate children‘s understanding, knowledge and behavior about health and health care as observed during the health care play.
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HPI Core Competencies Framework for Population Health Educators, Leaders, Trainees
(Dalhousie University Faculty of Health, 2018) Kirk Furlotte; Laura Miller; Sara Brushett; Madison MacQuarrie; Holly Mathias; Madeleine McKay; Lauren Moritz; Christie Silversides; Lori Weeks
Dalhousie University‘s Healthy Population Institute embarked on a research project to understand the core competencies needed for emerging leaders in population health. Through an environmental scan, consultations, and iterative feedback process, the HPI Core Competencies Framework was created to guide learning opportunities for graduate students in population health.
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Using the Theoretical Domains Framework to Identify Barriers and Facilitators to Exercise Among Older Adults Living with HIV
(Dalhousie University Faculty of Health, 2018) Adria Quigley; Larry Baxter; Laura Keeler; Marilyn MacKay-Lyons
Qualitative study using the Theoretical Domains Framework to investigate the barriers and facilitators to participation in exercise of 12 older people with HIV, using in-depth semi-structured interviews. People aging with HIV experience many barriers to exercise, including environmental and resource constraints, co-morbidities, injuries, and the side effects of HIV disease and medication.
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Parent-targeted postnatal educational interventions in developing countries: A scoping review
(Dalhousie University Faculty of Health, 2018) Justine Dol; Marsha Campbell-Yeo; Gail Tomblin Murphy; Megan Aston; Douglas McMillan; Jacqueline Gahagan; Brianna Richardon
This scoping review found that increasingly parents are being provided with postnatal educational interventions in developing countries. Findings were varied in educational topics covered, method of education, and location of intervention. Most maternal outcomes and over half of neonatal outcomes had a significantly positive change after the postnatal intervention.
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Atlantic Partnership for Tomorrow‘s Health: Opportunities for Collaborative Health Research
(Dalhousie University Faculty of Health, 2018) Ellen Sweeney; Yunsong Cui; Vanessa DeClercq; Cynthia Forbes; Scott Grandy; Jason Hicks; Melanie Keats; Louise Parker; Zhijie Michael Yu; Trevor Dummer
Atlantic PATH is a prospective cohort study with data on 35,000+ participants. A research platform has been established to provide researchers with access to questionnaire data, biological samples and physical measures. This data will facilitate research on the genetic, environmental and lifestyle factors related to cancer and chronic disease.
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Unlocking the Potential of Interprofessional Students to Advance Health Care: Learning from two student led environments
(Dalhousie University Faculty of Health, 2018) Elizabeth Hanna; Anne Hunt; Dean Lising; Charlotte Anderson; Mark Bonta; Olavo Fernandes; Dhanjit Litt; Kathryn Parker; Nick Reed; Maria Tassone
A three-way partnership between Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital, University Health Network and the Centre for Interprofessional Education in Toronto has supported the development of interprofessional student led environments in two very different healthcare care settings. These initiatives confirm the value of these placements for students, patients, preceptors and administrators.
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Accelerometry-measured physical activity and sedentary behaviour of Nova Scotia preschoolers
(Dalhousie University Faculty of Health, 2018) Michelle Stone; Natalie E. Houser; Angela M. Kolen; Daniel Rainham; Laurene Rehman; Joan Turner; Jane Cawley; Sara Kirk
National accelerometry-measured physical activity data on preschoolers exist, yet the physical activity of Nova Scotia preschoolers is largely unknown. This study describes the accelerometry-measured activity of Nova Scotia preschoolers and adherence with activity guidelines. Results revealed children spent the majority of their day active, and all children met the guidelines.
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Using Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit in cervical cancer prevention and treatment among Inuit communities
(Dalhousie University Faculty of Health, 2018) Ziwa Yu; Audrey Steenbeek
This project will undertake a systematic, scoping review using Joanna Briggs Institute Methodology of current northern and traditional Indigenous literature within Canada and internationally, with a specific focus on cervical cancer, wellness, IQ, traditional knowledge and culturally safe/competent practices.
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Exploring Interprofessional Placement in Healthcare Education
(Dalhousie University Faculty of Health, 2018) Noreen O'Leary; Nancy Salmon; Scott Reeves; Amanda Clifford
This systematic review aims to synthesise student, educator and service-user experiences of interprofessional placements. Research to date has mainly focused on student experiences, with less focus on educator and service-user experiences. Findings have mainly come from questionnaire and focus group data. An ethnographic case study could explore multiple stakeholder perspectives.
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Collaborating to Promote Healthy Living: Community Recreation and Chronic Conditions
(Dalhousie University Faculty of Health, 2018) Heidi Lauckner; Susan Hutchinson
Although the Expanded Chronic Care Model provides a framework for understanding how to support people with chronic conditions to live well in their communities, greater integration of community recreation as a support for chronic condition management is needed. Ways to conceptualize and prepare for community recreation collaborations are discussed.
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Natural movement can predict all-cause mortality: Learn, Discuss & Play
(Dalhousie University Faculty of Health, 2018) Cheryl Karthaus
Research shows that natural movement (sit and rise from the floor) can be used as a predictor of all-cause mortality. Facilitators will present information about factors that contribute to movement and facilitate discussion and hands-on experience. Leave with the knowledge and tools to decrease your risk of mortality.
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Pharmacists' experiences in Headstrong - Taking Things Head-On, a men's mental health program delivered through community pharmacies
(Dalhousie University Faculty of Health, 2018) Andrea Lynn Murphy; Taylor Currie; Ruth Martin-Misener; Stan Kutcher; David Martin Gardner
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Raising Awareness of Canada's Low-Risk Alcohol Drinking Guidelines
(Dalhousie University Faculty of Health, 2018) Kelcy McNally; Laura Lee Noonan; Marguerite Cameron; Karen Phillips; David Sabapathy
A population based, public education campaign was launched in Prince Edward Island between June 2016 and April 2017 to increase awareness of Canada‘s LRDG. The campaign was effective at increasing awareness of the LRDG, though uptake was lowest among those at highest-risk for heavy drinking.
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Essential oils: Revolutionizing home and clinical practices
(Dalhousie University Faculty of Health, 2018) Cheryl Karthaus
Research demonstrates that essential oils carry antimicrobial properties and immune enhancing effects. The objectives are to explore research and discuss realistic applications of essential oils in sanitization, sterilization, food preparation and patient-care practices. As time permits, discussion on pragmatic aspects of transforming individual habits and clinical practices is welcome.
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Green areas and connection with nature as a tool for well-being
(Dalhousie University Faculty of Health, 2018) Marcela Gutierrez
This paper presents preliminary findings of an investigation conducted in the Great Metropolitan Area of Costa Rica which aims to establish the impact of connection to nature on the inhabitants wellbeing
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Supporting chronic condition self-management: A clinician perspective
(Dalhousie University Faculty of Health, 2018) Kaitlin Sibbald; Åsa Audulv; Kylie Peacock; America Fracini; Tara Sampalli; Grace Warner; George Kephart; Tanya Packer
This qualitative study examined clinicians on Chronic Disease Teams in Nova Scotia‘s perspectives of self-management. Findings indicate that they often view self-management as an individual journey. They believe that effectively working with self-management involves considering what is important to patients, their coping strategies, and difficulties they may be encountering.

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