My Australian Culture by Mariah Reed https://padlet.com/mgreed2000/22myulfpk40qm1in en-us 2023-09-09 10:27:53 UTC 2023-10-11 04:04:38 UTC hello@padlet.com Australian Music mgreed2000 https://padlet.com/mgreed2000/22myulfpk40qm1in/wish/2711939882 Down Under by Men at Work was released in Australia in 1981. It was and continues to be a very well-known, popular, and great song most if not all Australians listen to. The term 'down under' refers to Australia, this name was created years ago because of Australia's isolation on the world map (World Atlas, 2023). Music is a great way to lift your energy and works well for your mental health, to help release any tension or stress you may be experiencing.

(World Atlas. (2023). Which country is referred to as 'down under'. https://www.worldatlas.com/articles/which-country-is-referred-to-as-down-under.html)]]> 2023-09-20 02:44:26 UTC https://padlet.com/mgreed2000/22myulfpk40qm1in/wish/2711939882 Australian Food Recipe mgreed2000 https://padlet.com/mgreed2000/22myulfpk40qm1in/wish/2712331862 Fairy Bread is a very popular party snack for children. It is a very simple, quick-finger food that can be made with 3 simple, easily accessible ingredients, and it keeps children (and adults) happy.

Recipe Below

Ingredients
2 slices soft white bread
1 tbs butter, softened
1/8 cup hundreds and thousands

Method
  1. Spread the butter on your bread, making sure you reach the edges but don’t butter the crusts.
  2. Sprinkle the hundreds and thousands over the top of the butter so they’re evenly distributed.
  3. Cut your bread into triangles and serve (crusts on!)

Nutritional Information: 1 slice (33g)
Calories - 120
Total Fat - 5.7g
Saturated Fat - 2.7g
Trans Fat - 0.2g
Polyunsaturated Fat - 1.2g
Monounsaturated Fat - 1.4g
Cholesterol -10mg
Sodium -153mg
Total Carbohydrates -15g
Dietary Fibre - 0.7g
Sugars - 3.3g
Protein - 2.3g


Recipe cited: Taste (2022). Fairy Bread. https://www.taste.com.au/food-news/fairy-bread-recipe/uslwxg0u
]]> 2023-09-20 07:34:07 UTC https://padlet.com/mgreed2000/22myulfpk40qm1in/wish/2712331862 My Definition of Health mgreed2000 https://padlet.com/mgreed2000/22myulfpk40qm1in/wish/2712332261 Health to me means putting myself first, doing something I love. Socialising with friends, or online shopping. Finding balance with the food I eat, and nourishing my body. To be physically active most days, and take thirty minutes out of my day to get out in the sun. To do these things brings my physical and mental health joy and helps me thrive in my daily life. ]]> 2023-09-20 07:34:24 UTC https://padlet.com/mgreed2000/22myulfpk40qm1in/wish/2712332261 Domain 7: Professional Practice mgreed2000 https://padlet.com/mgreed2000/22myulfpk40qm1in/wish/2714330564 The most relevant aspect of the competency standards of Domain 7: professional practice to me was 12.1. It discusses the importance of understanding and maintaining my own beliefs, culture, religion, and values. While I may not believe in any religion, I still have my own beliefs and values and I expect the people around me to respect them too. It is important that I respect my patient's values and beliefs too, even though I may not like them or disagree with them. Having read these standards I now feel a sense of empathy towards my patients in terms of religion. Instead of judging them, I will show respect, be supportive of their decisions, and help in any way I can. For me, the most important thing is patient-centered care, ensuring my patient's dignity is kept, with respect, and communicating effectively to ensure quality access to health care and my patient's safety.

References:
(Abbasova, G., Sarafian, C. (2019). Culturally Responsive Clinical Practice: Working with People from Migrant and Refugee Backgrounds. Australian Government. 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)]]> 2023-09-21 08:32:57 UTC https://padlet.com/mgreed2000/22myulfpk40qm1in/wish/2714330564 The History of Australian Art mgreed2000 https://padlet.com/mgreed2000/22myulfpk40qm1in/wish/2714331638 The Aboriginal Culture is believed to be dated back 60,000+ years ago. Many years ago, Ochres were used to paint on rocks and used for body paint (AAAG, 2023). This is how the Indigenous people would communicate with each other, as there was no known written language. They would use symbols or icons to convey messages in order to preserve their culture (AAAG, 2023). Art is a very therapeutic activity, that can help relax the mind and body, and is normally a hobby for some people.


(Artlandish Aboriginal Art Gallery (AAAG). (2023). The Story of Aboriginal Art. Western Australia. https://www.aboriginal-art-australia.com/aboriginal-art-library/the-story-of-aboriginal-art/)]]> 2023-09-21 08:33:41 UTC https://padlet.com/mgreed2000/22myulfpk40qm1in/wish/2714331638 Social Determinants mgreed2000 https://padlet.com/mgreed2000/22myulfpk40qm1in/wish/2714332044 Social determinants are factors that can influence the health of individuals in their daily lives (WHO, 2023). Refugees, asylum seekers, and migrants are often faced with these challenges every day, and if we can address them, it may help improve their quality of life and health.


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

]]> 2023-09-21 08:34:00 UTC https://padlet.com/mgreed2000/22myulfpk40qm1in/wish/2714332044 Australian Animals mgreed2000 https://padlet.com/mgreed2000/22myulfpk40qm1in/wish/2714477310 The kangaroo is a marsupial and is known for jumping around at up to 60km per hour and can jump up to 8m in length. Kangaroos are the world's largest marsupials, weighing up to 90kg and 2 metres tall (BHA, 2023).
Kangaroos are a very cultural and spiritual marsupial to Aboriginal people, and kangaroo meat is used as a great source of protein. Additionally, kangaroo skin can be used for clothing and rugs.


(Kangaroos. (2023). Bush Heritage Australia. (BHA). https://www.bushheritage.org.au/species/kangaroos)]]> 2023-09-21 10:26:50 UTC https://padlet.com/mgreed2000/22myulfpk40qm1in/wish/2714477310 Principal Health Issues Refugees Face mgreed2000 https://padlet.com/mgreed2000/22myulfpk40qm1in/wish/2726833117 Iran is known to be one of the top three countries that seek refuge, and asylum in Australia (Seefar, 2022). Iranians are protesting for 'freedom in the world 2023', to stop state violence against women (Freedom House, 2023).
Three common health issues listed in the Australian Refugee Health Practice Guide that is common for Iranians coming to Australia are mental health illnesses, immunisations, and sexually transmissible infections (ARHPG, 2023).

Mental Health:
According to (ARHPG, 2023) people seeking refuge can have significant mental health issues, caused by torture, trauma, assault, conflict, families being separated, and human rights being violated.
A treatment option available that is highly recommended is screening for mental health disorders in a health assessment upon arrival to Australia, including a suicide risk assessment, on both children and adults (ARHPG, 2023).

Immunisations:
Due to refugees having to forcibly migrate, it is likely when they enter Australia they will be unimmunised or under-immunised according to Australia's immunisation policy (ARHPG, 2023). One treatment option available is to provide serology reports to all refugees/migrants upon entering Australia and organise immunisations for them, as well as written records for proof.

Sexually Transmissible Infections (STIs):
It is sadly, very common for women to experience rape or assault, particularly in the current circumstances with protests in Iran. It is also common for women and children to be raped and/or assaulted in refugee camps after entering Australia (ARHPG, 2023). One treatment option available is to provide STI screenings and tests to refugees/migrants entering Australia as well as regular tests and check-ups in refugee camps (ARHPG, 2023).

References:
(Seefar. (2022). Iranian Refugees: Irregular Migration to Australia. https://seefar.org/news/research/iranian-refugees-irregular-migration-to-australia/)

(Freedom House. (2023). Iran: Freedom in the world 2023. https://freedomhouse.org/country/iran/freedom-world/2023)

(Australian Refugee Health Practice Guide (ARHPG). (2023). Common Health Concerns - All Ages. Primary care for people from refugee backgrounds. https://refugeehealthguide.org.au/)

 ]]> 2023-09-30 10:47:11 UTC https://padlet.com/mgreed2000/22myulfpk40qm1in/wish/2726833117 Australian Sport mgreed2000 https://padlet.com/mgreed2000/22myulfpk40qm1in/wish/2728353253 AFL can be defined as a contact sport, played with a ball. Two teams of eighteen men, run around on an oval to score goals against the opposing team. The Australian Football League is a great form of cardio exercise, as it involves a lot of running around the field. It is good for mental health because it can be fun to play with friends.

]]> 2023-10-02 10:49:28 UTC https://padlet.com/mgreed2000/22myulfpk40qm1in/wish/2728353253 The Tradition of Aboriginal Dance mgreed2000 https://padlet.com/mgreed2000/22myulfpk40qm1in/wish/2729668697 Aboriginal dancing was traditionally used to tell stories, which would get passed down through generations (Watarrka Foundation, 2023). It was known for Aboriginal people to imitate animals using face and body paint during dancing. They would also use clap sticks and didgeridoos to create the music (Watarrka Foundation, 2023). Dancing is a great way to exercise but is also very therapeutic, and good for the mind, body, and soul.

(Watarrka Foundation Limited. (2023). The Tradition of Aboriginal Dance. Supporting children of the outback. https://www.watarrkafoundation.org.au/blog/the-tradition-of-aboriginal-dance)]]> 2023-10-03 05:32:43 UTC https://padlet.com/mgreed2000/22myulfpk40qm1in/wish/2729668697