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Müslüm Gürses, found on the back of someones car in Turkey. Photo taken by me.

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Müslüm Gürses is one of the most well-known arabesque musicians in Turkish music. A following for Müslüm Gürses, also referred to by his followers as Müslüm "Baba" (Father), was established in the 1990s (Arslanbenzer, 2015).Turkish people felt a strong attachment to Gurses and his music because of his reputation for mournful music. He was talented at conveying his emotions through music, which allowed people to relate to him. He passed away on March 3, 2013, and the whole of Turkey attended his funeral. His burial included people from all walks of life, including members of the media, civic society, writers, musicians, and political party officials (Arslanbenzer, 2015).

Arslanbenzer, H. (2015). Müslüm Gürses: A voice of the ages. Daily Sabah. https://www.dailysabah.com/portrait/2015/03/20/muslum-gurses-a-voice-of-the-ages

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Cappadocia Turkey, rocks & hot air balloons. Photo taken by me

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Ancient Cappadocia was formed over 60 billion years ago by the earth (Britannica, 2023). Human settlement started during the Paleolithic era, where the Hittites once lived (Britannica, 2023). Cappadocia is known for its Ancient History and beautiful art left behind over the years of development. It is now known for its distinctive rock heritage, tourism and hot-air balloon trips. Cappadocia is proven to have a link with mental relaxation and escapism through research studies (Seyitoglu, 2020).

Seyitoğlu, Faruk. (2020). Cappadocia: The Effects of Tourist Motivation on Satisfaction and Destination Loyalty. Journal of Tourismology. 6. 10.26650/jot.2020.6.1.0033.

Britannica, T. Editors of Encyclopaedia (2023). Cappadocia. Encyclopedia Britannica. https://www.britannica.com/place/Cappadocia

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Homemade baklava made by my mum. Photo taken by me.

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Baklava is a Turkish dessert usually made or served during particular times or holidays like Eid and Ramadan. When my family get together in Turkey, we treat ourselves to a traditional dessert, following the Australian Dietary Guidelines and limiting the amount of Sugar we eat. Baklava in my family brings everyone together as we enjoy excellent and joyful times with each other.

Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care. Australian dietary guidelines. (2022). https://www.health.gov.au/resources/publications/the-australian-dietary-guidelines

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On July 15th, 2016, Turkey experienced a massive coup attempt for the first time in modern Turkish history. Killing at least 251 people, and more than 2,200 people were injured (Ibrahim,2022). The Turkish Government had blamed Fethullah Gulen, a former ally. Turkey views the Gulens Organisation as the Terrorist Organisation. Despite politics, this day impacted Turkey as a Nation and many innocent lives were taken. Yearly, Turkey has a remembrance day called the Democracy and National Unity Day on July 15th and July 15th.

Ibrahim, A. (2022). What was Turkey’s failed coup about – and what’s happened since? Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2022/7/15/turkeys-failed-coup-attempt-explainer

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Hammams are traditional Turkish baths from the Roman Empire and are a type of spa (Britannica, 2013). Hot steam is used during hammam treatments to promote a thorough cleansing. They occur in old bathhouses and have been around for many years. The benefits of Hammams are proven to help detox the body, help the immune system, and relax the mind (Britannica, 2013).

Britannica, T. Editors of Encyclopaedia (2013). Encyclopedia Britannica. Turkish bath. https://www.britannica.com/technology/Turkish-bath-plumbing

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Beautiful Architecture of a Mosque in Ankara, Turkey. Photo taken by me.

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The Ottoman Empire ruled over Turkey from a Sunni ( school of Islam) Islamic state. (Cultural atlas, n.d) 99.8% of the Turkish population is Muslim (Cultural Atlas, n.d), and Islam is one of the world's fastest-growing religions. I was raised a Muslim and come from a Muslim family. Other religions practised in Turkey include Judaism, Christianity, Catholicism, and Orthodox sects. Minority religious adherents can practise their faith openly (Cultural Atlas, n.d).

Cultural Atlas. (n.d) Turkish culture - Religion. https://culturalatlas.sbs.com.au/turkish-culture/turkish-culture-religion

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Australian Refugee Health Principle Guideline:

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Australian Refugee Health Principle Guideline:

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Syria is among the most impoverished nations in the Middle East. The Syrian crisis is currently one of the world's worst security and humanitarian problems. According to studies, more than 14.6 million people will require humanitarian aid by 2022 (Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, n.d.). Since the start of the Syrian Civil War in 2011, more Syrians have migrated to Australia. More than 6.8 million people have left their homes due to violence in the nation, and more than half of the population has been evicted. Australia has provided $525 million in humanitarian aid to the ongoing crisis in Syria since 2011, including the $249 million, four-year conflict in Syria package for Resilience and Humanitarianism (Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, n.d.).

According to the Australian refugee health practitioner framework, there are three medical conditions that Syrian immigrants to Australia may experience:

Helicobacter pylori

The bacteria that infect the stomach can result in stomach ulcers and gastric cancer. According to recent Australian recommendations, adults should take a seven-day acid-suppressing medication combining a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) with either amoxicillin or clarithromycin. Similar to adults, children receive a 14-day amoxicillin, clarithromycin, and a proton pump inhibitor based on weight.

Oral Health

Long-term morbidity can result from poor dental health, a severe public health concern. Dental cavities, tooth loss, and periodontal disease are all common issues. Treatment for this involves essential oral health promotion, which includes educating customers on the value of a healthy diet, twice-daily tooth brushing, flossing to avoid tooth decay, and routine dental checkups.

Hepatitis B Virus (HBV)

HPV is a virus causing liver infection. Usually, symptoms are asymptomatic but, if untreated, can lead to liver cancer and disease. Treatment for HBP includes serology testing for hepatitis B surface antigen (HBsAg), hepatitis B surface antibody (HBsAb or anti-HBs) and hepatitis B core antibody (HBcAb or anti-HBc). For people from refugee backgrounds who remain susceptible to HBV infection, vaccination against hepatitis B is recommended for all ages.

Department Of Foreign Affairs and Trade. (n.d.). Syria humanitarian response. Australian Government. https://www.dfat.gov.au/geo/syria/syria-humanitarian-response

Australian Refugee Health Practice Guide. (2023). Primary Care for People of Refugee Backgrounds. https://refugeehealthguide.org.au/

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WHO. (2023) Social Determinants of Health. https://www.who.int/health-topics/social-determinants-of-health#tab=tab_1

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To me, competency standard 12.3 is the most relevant part since it recognises that professionals should maintain person-centred care in a non-discriminatory manner. This is an essential duty since it has the potential to develop a trusting relationship with my patients that will lead to better results. My understanding of culturally sensitive nursing and how it might help patients and me has increased. Now that I know the requirements for being culturally competent, I am more prepared to treat patients from different cultures. This skill is essential to me in my line of work since the norms for cultural safety clearly outline the behaviour that patients and their families can anticipate from me. Improving health outcomes and experiences for people from all ethnic backgrounds is crucial to my future practises.

Migrant and Refugee Women's Health Partnership Australia (2019). Culturally Responsive Clinical
Practice: Working with People
from Migrant and Refugee
Backgrounds. Competency standards framework for clinicians. https://culturaldiversityhealth.org.au/competency-standards-framework/

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I enjoy events where I can feel mentally recharged. e.g going for a walk and exercising. Photo taken by me 

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A total well-being on all levels, including mental, physical, emotional, spiritual, environmental, and social comfort, is what health means to me. It goes beyond simply being in a vulnerable position. When my mind is at its best and I can persevere through challenging situations, I feel at the most healthiest.