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Note: Adapted from Beeftalk. How To “Braai” Meat The South African Way. https://beeftalk.co.za/how-to-braai-meat-the-south-african-way/ 

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Meat is the centrepiece of most South African dishes, with a 'Braai', the South African equivalent of barbeque, being an essential part of South African culture that brings family and friends together.

Derived from the Dutch word for ‘grilled meat’, a braai is different from other forms of barbecuing in that it must be done over a fire. Even once the food has been cooked, the fire is fed throughout the braai, as the social centrepiece of the event.

Meat and poultry contain protein which provides essential nutrients such as iron, zinc and vitamin B12. Some meat however, can contain high amounts of saturated fat which can raise blood cholesterol levels which increases the risks associated with coronary heart disease. It is important to make healthy choices in ensuring a balanced diet is maintained.

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I resonated most with competency standard 12.3 of Domain 7. I aim to provide quality, person-centred care through my understanding that each person is shaped differently based on factors such as culture, values, life experiences, and current situation.

Various cultural and traditional beliefs regarding health can affect how people respond to symptoms perceived. Such practices could lead to delayed presentation to hospitals, poor adherence to treatment, and psychosocial problems (e.g., stigma and discrimination), which can result in poor health and wellbeing for patients.

Person-centred care with regards to refugees to me means being unbiased toward the way a person interprets and explains their health problems or illness and respecting that this can influence how symptoms are presented, perception of treatment and outcome as well as treatment adherence. Moving forward both in my studies and as a registered nurse, I endeavour to gain trust from my patients and their families through practicing effective communication and ensuring the patient and their family remain involved and informed regarding their health and treatment whilst remaining open-minded and respectful to their concerns and wishes.

https://culturaldiversityhealth.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/Culturally-responsive-clinical-practice-Working-with-people-from-migrant-and-refugee-backgrounds-Jan2019.pdf

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Note: Adapted from SA Rugby. https://www.sarugby.co.za/

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Sport is a huge part of South African culture with the three biggest sports being cricket, rugby and soccer. I have grown up around family and friends with a huge passion for sport - and the Springboks!

Sport is so important not only due to the physical benefits  but it brings people together through social bonds and a mutual passion.

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Three common diseases that refugees from Sub-Saharan Africa are likely to present with are Malaria, HIV and Tuberculosis.

Malaria

Malaria is a mosquito-spread parasitic protozoal infection caused by the genus Plasmodium. One form of treatment for malaria is oral artemisinin-based combination therapy (ACT).

HIV

HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) is a virus that attacks cells that help the body fight infection, making a person more vulnerable to other infections and diseases. It is spread by contact with bodily fluids of a person with HIV, most commonly during unprotected sex or through sharing injection drug equipment.

If left untreated, HIV can lead to the disease AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome).

There are currently no curative HIV treatments available, but rather options that can suppress viral replication and prevent immunological deterioration, with the aim to achieve near-normal life expectancy.

Tuberculosis (TB)

Tuberculosis is a disease caused by the bacteria Mycobacterium tuberculosis. It primarily affects the lungs however can affect any part of the body. Tuberculosis is the leading cause of death in people with HIV.

Treatment of TB includes  6–9 months of isoniazid (10mg/kg up to 300mg daily.

https://refugeehealthguide.org.au/

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Australian Refugee Health " Primary Care for People of Refugee Backgrounds

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The Australian Refugee Health Practice Guide can be used by doctors, nurses and other primary care providers to inform on-arrival and ongoing health care for people from refugee backgrounds, including people seeking asylum.

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Health to me is so much more than the absence of disease and illness. Not only is it important to be physically healthy but mentally and emotionally as well. Engaging in self-care activities, surrounding myself with people that make me happy and being kind to myself and others are just as important to me as eating healthy, staying active and being generally 'healthy'.

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People Against Suffering Suppression, Oppression and Poverty

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People Against Suffering Suppression, Oppression and Poverty

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This non-profit, community-based organisation in Cape Town, South Africa focuses on the rights of refugees, immigrants, and asylum seekers. The organisation was founded in 2007 in response to asylum seekers fleeing Robert Mugabe and the xenophobia these people encountered. Since then, PASSOP became one of the first organisations in the Western Cape to research and respond to anti-immigrant violence in Du Noon, Imizamo Yethu, and other areas.

Their projects include but are not limited to; LGBTQ+ refugee advocacy, gender rights and disabled support. PASSOP advocate for the rights of refugees and immigrants whom lack reliable access to essentials such as healthcare and shelter due to the effects of social determinants.

https://www.passop.co.za/

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Note: Adapted from Science Direct. A family-level floristic inventory and analysis of medicinal plants used in Traditional African Medicine. https://www.scienc

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At least 4576 vascular plant species from 1518 genera are used in Traditional African Medicine in Sub-Saharan Africa.

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Playing music is an integral part of most African communities and varies greatly not only from country to country but village to village.

Some types of traditional African music include Mbira, Taarab, Kora, Marabi, Afrobeat, Soukous, Fuji and many more.

Music is good for the soul, connects people and reinforces people's commitment to support each other and the community, toward mutual health and prosperity.

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The 'Big Five' is an old hunting term used to refer to the African animals such as the lion, leopard, rhinoceros, elephant and buffalo. Sadly, most of these animals are close to being endangered and rhino being endangered due to poaching.

My favourite thing to do with family when I visit home is experience an African safari to see these beautiful animals in their natural habitat. I urge anyone with the financial capability to visit this beautiful country and see all that it has to offer.

Not only does travelling and experiencing other cultures promote acceptance of different cultures and traditions but it also increases good mental health and wellbeing.