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To be quite simple health to me means that you as a person are doing the most to benefit your body. Exercising, eating right, drinking enough water, regular checkups, anything that helps your body to be both mentally and physically well.

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Professional Practices and Cultural Awareness

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Professional Practices and Cultural Awareness

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For me the most important aspect when assisting people from migrant and refugee backgrounds, is to be aware of my own cultural beliefs, values, and biases so they do not impact their healthcare consultation. This understanding will be valuable to me in the workplace to lower the chance of any cultural insensitive practices occurring which may negatively impact health outcomes and ensure that I act in an appropriate manner according to their culture and beliefs. I feel that by respecting a patient’s culture and understanding that it will influence the decisions about their healthcare outcome, I will be able to apply better patient focused care, treat them with dignity and respect and effectively communication to be able to provide them with quality access to healthcare in Australia.

login.microsoftonline.com. (n.d.). Sign in to your account. [online] Available at: https://moodleprod.murdoch.edu.au/pluginfile.php/3573073/mod_resource/content/1/Culturally-responsive-clinical-practice-Working-with-people-from-migrant-and-refugee-backgrounds-Jan2019.pdf.

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Social Determinants and their effect on Health

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Social Determinants and their effect on Health

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Social Determinants, non-medical factors which influence an individuals' health outcomes. Migrants and refugees that relocate to another county such as Australia, face many challenges such as accessing a job, housing and having community networks. Some find it difficult to gain employment as their overseas qualifications are not recognised in Australia, therefore taking on menial or low sort after jobs with low pay and hours to support themselves and family in turn effecting their mental health and wellbeing.

A sense of belonging can also affect their health and wellbeing. Developing relationships with others through cultural and ethnic connections, enables support, work connections, life skills and friends. However, making connections outside cultural and faith groups, with limited English skills can lead to discrimination or racism from wider community.

Moving to another country is a huge step, leaving their place of birth and sometimes family. Worrying about somewhere to live upon arrival is detrimental to their health. Housing can be limiting and does not always suit family requirements and cost of rent can be unaffordable. Not having home security prevents migrants/refugees from having a positive integration into Australian society and a sense of inclusion therefore affecting their health and wellbeing.

Anon, (n.d.). Australian Refugee Health» Primary Care for People of Refugee Backgrounds. [online] Available at: https://refugeehealthguide.org.au.

Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (2022). Social determinants of health. [online] Social determinants of health. Available at: https://www.aihw.gov.au/reports/australias-health/social-determinants-of-health.

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Australia Day is a tradition that many Australians participate in helping celebrate being born or choosing to relocate and call this beautiful country home. Australia Day is the coming together of many different cultures enjoying the many wonderful things Australia has to offer. Celebrating Australia Day can impact people’s social and emotional well-being in a positive way, building community relationships, connecting to language, country, and culture.

headspace.org.au. (n.d.). A National Day for all Australians. [online] Available at: https://headspace.org.au/our-organisation/media-releases/a-national-day-for-all-australians/

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Vegemite, an Australian icon has been around for many years. Most Aussies grew up having vegemite on toast for brekkie or in a sandwich for lunch. Vegemite is not only an icon but can also benefit your health, one teaspoon (5 gram) serving contains:  11 calories, 1.3 grams protein, less than 1 gram fat, less than 1-gram carbs, 7% of the RDI of sodium and Vitamins B1 (thiamine), B9 (folate), B2 (riboflavin) and B3 (niacin) 25% of the RDI, these vitamins may support brain health and reduce fatigue, anxiety and heart disease risk.

Raman, R. (2018). What Is Vegemite Good For? Nutrition Facts and More. [online] Healthline. Available at: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/vegemite.

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Triple J's One Night Stand is a free Music festival hosted either in a remote town or city in Australia, showcasing Australian artists - Ocean Alley, Boy and Bear, Hilltop Hoods and Alex the Kid to name a few. Research has shown that by listening to music our brains release endorphins, natural feel-good chemicals and is a great way to reduce stress and anxiety, improve mood and enhance cognitive functions. So, by attending a festival such as Triple J’s ONS and listening to music it can be beneficial to our lifestyle, mental health, and well-being.

www.pfizer.com.au. (n.d.). Mental health and music: what are the benefits of listening to music? | Pfizer Australia. [online] Available at: https://www.pfizer.com.au/your-health/managing-your-health/healthy-living/mental-health-and-music-what-are-the-benefits-of-listening-to-music?cmp=1505fb7e-ae93-46f9-b0e9-1a3f4ec0b1a9&ttype=PS&gclid=EAIaIQobChMInMDegLbtgQMVJtUWBR09UwqvEAAYASAAEgIYHPD_BwE [Accessed 11 Oct. 2023].

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Aussie Football - the game which has been around since Melbourne and Geelong first formed a football club in 1858/1859. Football is a nation watched, played, and celebrated sport. Watching or playing football is great for mental and physical health. Playing creates an active healthy lifestyle and being part of a club or spectator allows for social connections which is great for mental health.

AFL (2019). History of Football - AFL.com.au. [online] afl.com.au. Available at: https://www.afl.com.au/about-afl/history.

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Tom Roberts, an artist who moved to Australia in 1869 became fascinated with agricultural and pastoral life, specifically the wool industry. With shearing as his muse Tom painted an iconic masterpiece known as ‘Shearing the Rams” which brought joy to many who viewed. Incorporating the Arts such as painting and drawing into healthcare delivery has been shown to support positive outcomes for patients both mentally and physically.

Martinique, E. (2021). Shearing the Rams, The Iconic Australian Artwork. [online] Widewalls. Available at: https://www.widewalls.ch/magazine/shearing-the-rams-australian-impressionism-ngv.

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The Nutbush, a dance that originated in the 1970’s, is a classic Australian line dance that most if not all Australians have learned at some stage in their lives. Dancing is an enjoyable way to be self-expressive, physically active and social. Dancing, dances like the Nutbush for fun can help to improve an individual’s physical and mental health. So, grab your dancing shoes and hit the dance floor to improve your health and well-being.

Better Health (2013). Dance - health benefits. [online] Vic.gov.au. Available at: https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/HealthyLiving/dance-health-benefits.

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Health Concerns and Treatment Options for Migrants and Refugees 

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Health Concerns and Treatment Options for Migrants and Refugees 

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Mental health amongst refugee and migrants is high due to experiencing trauma - war, family separation, language barriers, housing and financial instability, loss of community and cultural connections. To best support individuals coming into our country, it is recommended that all arrivals undergo an assessment of emotional wellbeing and mental health to determine correct healthcare outcomes.

New arrivals are at risk of being under-immunised or unimmunised when they enter Australia affecting not only their physical health but could also impact other Australians. To help combat spread of preventable diseases and to ensure all new arrivals are properly immunised, catch-up immunisations are administered to migrants and refuges to the equivalent of an Australian-born person of the same age.

People with refugee or migrant backgrounds, may not have access to proper healthcare in their home countries, therefore may not have had an assessment of hearing, vision, or oral health. To best support their overall physical health, refugees and migrants are clinically assessed for hearing, vision and dental upon arrival and referred to healthcare clinicians if support if required.

Anon, (n.d.). Australian Refugee Health» Primary Care for People of Refugee Backgrounds. [online] Available at: https://refugeehealthguide.org.au.