Canadian family physician Médecin de famille canadien
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To describe the state of diabetes care among Alberta First Nations individuals with diabetes living on reserves. ⋯ Diabetes care is suboptimal in Alberta First Nations communities. Rural physicians caring for First Nations individuals on reserves should be involved, along with other members of diabetes health care teams, in strategies to improve diabetes care. Our results justify the need for community-based screening for diabetes control and complications in First Nation communities.
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To understand cross-cultural hospital-based end-of-life care from the perspective of bereaved First Nations family members. ⋯ Cross-cultural care at the time of death is always challenging. Service delivery and communication strategies must meet cultural and family needs. Respect, communication, appropriate environments, and caregiving were important to participants for culturally appropriate palliative care.