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Burma's "longyi" or traditional clothing is an important part of the nation's culture. Both men and women wear cylindrical garments called longyis. Depending on the gender, it is tied in various ways and encircled the waist (Ikeya, 2008.

Men's Clothing: The "paso" is a longyi worn by men. It is typically composed of silk or cotton and has a variety of patterns, most frequently stripes or plaids(Ikeya, 2008. The "htamein" is a longyi worn by women. Often featuring geometric or floral motifs, the htamein is more elaborately made and more colorful than the paso.

Ikeya, C. (2008)(Ikeya, 2008. The modern Burmese woman and the politics of fashion in colonial Burma.

The Journal of Asian Studies, 67(04), 1277. https://doi.org/10.1017/s0021911808001782

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I've found Domain 1: Clinical Expert to be especially insightful as a nursing student studying the Culturally Responsive Clinical Practice: Working with People from Migrant and Refugee Backgrounds competency standards framework.Competency Standard 1.2: Knowledge of Cultural Practices, 'Clinicians recognise the impact of refugee-like experiences stood' out to me as crucial for providing culturally sensitive care. The significance of incorporating cultural understanding into nursing practice has been emphasised by Competency Standard 1.2, guaranteeing that treatment is efficient and fair. This will be the foundation of my approach to nursing going forward, both in terms of education and practice.In order to improve my cultural competency going forward, I intend to strongly seek out cultural knowledge for each patient and engage in ongoing education.Fitzgerald, S. N., Leslie, K. F., Simpson, R., Jones, V. F., & Barnes, E. T. (2018). Culturally Effective care for Refugee Populations: interprofessional, interactive case studies. MedEdPORTAL. https://doi.org/10.15766/mep_2374-8265.10668

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Manning Nash. (1963). Burmese Buddhism in Everyday Life. American Anthropologist, 65(2), 285–295. http://www.jstor.org/stable/667444

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Conflict, persecution, and displacement have caused serious trauma to a large number of Burmese refugees. PTSD may develop from this. PTSD may severely limit a refugee's capacity to adapt to their new surroundings and obtain essential treatments(Australian Refugee Health Practice Guide, 2023).By providing trauma-informed care, it is possible to mitigate the effects of Burmese refugees' traumatic experiences while also promoting their general well-being and assimilation into Australian society. It is essential that the healthcare provider and the refugee build a trustworthy relationship (Kercood & Morita-Mullaney, 2015). Respecting the patient's requirements and pace, as well as maintaining continuous and compassionate communication, can help achieve this (Kercood & Morita-Mullaney, 2015).

Kercood, S., & Morita-Mullaney, T. (2015).

Health Perceptions and Practices of Burmese Refugee Families: a Participatory mixed method study. Journal of Southeast Asian American Education and Advancement, 10(1). https://doi.org/10.7771/2153-8999.1124

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Burmese food is a special fusion of flavors with influences from nearby nations like China, India, and Thailand, all while retaining its own identity(Zhang et al., 2020). Mohinga, a popular traditional Burmese meal, is frequently referred to as the country's national cuisine. It's a flavorful noodle soup with seafood(Zhang et al., 2020). Ingredients:

For the broth:

500g catfish or any white fish (tilapia or mackerel can be used)

1.5 liters of water

2 stalks lemongrass, bruised and cut into 3-inch pieces

1 thumb-sized piece of ginger, sliced

4 cloves garlic, minced

2 medium onions, finely chopped

2 tablespoons fish sauce

1 teaspoon turmeric powder

2 tablespoons chickpea flour (or rice flour)

2 tablespoons vegetable oil

1 teaspoon shrimp paste (optional)

For the noodles:

500g rice vermicelli noodles (or any thin rice noodles)

For garnish:

2 boiled eggs, sliced

1 lime, cut into wedges

1 bunch coriander, chopped

1 bunch spring onions, chopped

Fried garlic or shallots

Crispy chickpea fritters (optional)

Zhang, Y., Li, J., San, M. M., Whitney, C. W., San, T. T., Yang, X., Mon, A. M., & Hein, P. P. (2020). The secret of health in daily cuisine: typical healthy vegetables in local markets in central Myanmar. Journal of Ethnobiology and Ethnomedicine, 16(1). https://doi.org/10.1186/s13002-020-00425-w

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Key issues for refugees from Myanmar (Burma) - Refugee Council. (2021, March 1). Refugee Council of Australia. https://www.refugeecouncil.org.au/myanmar-burma/

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The experiences of Burmese refugees who resettle in Australia are significantly shaped by the values of social inclusion and non-discrimination(Green, 2010).Social inclusion for Burmese refugees includes full engagement in the community as well as physical settlement. This covers having access to jobs, healthcare, and education.To guarantee that refugees from Burma—many of whom may be members of ethnic minorities like the Rohingya—do not encounter obstacles because of biases based on ethnic origin, racial background, or religion, nondiscrimination is essential(Green, 2010). Discrimination may increase trauma, result in unequal access to resources, and cause social isolation.

Green, J. (2010). The WHO Commission on Social Determinants of Health. Critical Public Health, 20(1), 1–4. https://doi.org/10.1080/09581590903563565

World Health Organization: WHO. (2019, May 30). Social determinants of health. https://www.who.int/health-topics/social-determinants-of-health#tab=tab_1e

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The four elements earth, water, fire, and air are the concepts embraced by traditional medicine in Burma(Cho & Kobayashi, 2021). Herbal medicines are meant to restore balance since practitioners think that imbalances among these elements cause illness(Cho & Kobayashi, 2021).Traditional medicine continues to be an essential part of healthcare in Burma (Myanmar), where it is deeply rooted in spiritual and cultural traditions(Cho & Kobayashi, 2021). Thanaka, a yellowish paste formed from the bark of the Thanaka tree, is essential to this custom. Because of its anti-inflammatory and antibacterial qualities, Thanaka is used as a natural sunscreen, skin moisturizer, and cosmetic on both the face and body (Cho & Kobayashi, 2021).

Current Opinion in Green and Sustainable Chemistry, 27, 100413. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cogsc.2020.100413