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Thanaka-A Burmese traditional skin remedy💊

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Thanaka, a traditional yellowish-white paste prepared from ground bark of Hesperethusa Crenulata and Limonia Acidissima, plays crucial role in both healing and beauty. It is widely used in present-day Myanmar for various purposes, including treating of multiple skin condition and general skin care(Kyaw et al., 2018). Because of its cooling properties, it is locally used as natural sunscreen against UV radiation. Thanaka is also known for its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antibacterial properties (Thanaka-the Secret to Burmese Beauty-Heritage Line,2024). Additionally, its a popular cosmetic product and believed to have antiaging effects on the skin(Kyaw et al., 2018).

Kyaw, M. S., Aye, M. M., Grinnell, M., & Rabach, M. (2018). Traditional and ethnobotanical dermatology practices in Myanmar. Clinics in Dermatology, 36(3), 320–324. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.clindermatol.2018.03.006

Thanaka - The Secret to Burmese Beauty - Heritage line. (2024, July 25). Heritage Line. https://heritage- line.com/magazine/thanaka-the-secret-to-burmese-beauty

Mohinga-Burmese National Dish🍝

34771101 — 2024-08-28 05:06:41 UTC

The Burmese cuisine is a vibrant mix of seafood, noodles, meats, rice, and variety of herbs and spices, offering a bland of sweet, sour, salty, and spicy flavors(Loudis, 2018). Mohinga, a testy fish noodle soup, is widely considered the national food of Myanmar. Traditionally, It is served as breakfast, but now it is enjoyed throughout the day. This hearty dish features a rich broth made from catfish, fermented vermicelli noodles, banana tree stalk and variety of herbs/spices like lemongrass, turmeric, and ginger(Loudis,2018). It is often garnished with crispy fritter, boiled eggs, and cilantro, offering a delicious mix of rich texture and flavorful meals.

Loudis, J. (2018, February 14). Mohinga, the Burmese breakfast soup you should know. MyRecipes. https://www.myrecipes.com/extracrispy/mohinga-the-burmese-breakfast-soup-you-should-know

Buddhism-The Major Religion of Burma ☸️

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Buddhism is the predominant religion in Myanmar, practiced by nearly 90% of the population, with Theravada Buddhism being the major form practiced( Buddhism in Myanmar, n.d.). Theravada Buddhism, closely follows the earliest Buddhist texts, strictly adheres to the monastic rules. The religion beliefs in the pursuit of enlightment to escape from the cycle of suffering by accumulating positive karma and merit through good deeds(Buddhism in Myanmar, n.d). Theravada Buddhism has significantly shaped the Burmese culture, values, social norms and their daily life. Practitioners accumulate merits by offering to the monastic community, known as the Sangha. Monasteries and Pagodas serves as vital centers for education and worship, while monks and nuns are highly respected figure in the Burmese society.

Buddhism in Myanmar. (n.d.). Religion and Public Life at Harvard Divinity School. https://rpl.hds.harvard.edu/faq/buddhism-myanmar

Social Determinants of Health 🏠📖💵🧑‍🏭

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Social determinants of health. (2024, July 2). Australian Institute of Health and Welfare. https://www.aihw.gov.au/reports/australias-health/social-determinants-of-health

Domain 1: Clinical Expert 👨‍⚕️

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For me, the most crucial aspect of competency standard 1.2 was that its emphasizes and recognizes the impact of traumatic experiences on refugees life, both before and after resettlement. I have gained better understanding on how these experiences can greatly affect their physical and mental health. Having learned about their experiences, I am committed to adopting a better and positive approach while delivering my services, including during assessments, diagnosis, and treatments. By doing so, I aim to be more attentive, supportive, build trust and reduce the risk of re-traumatizing. This approach not only improve patient outcomes but also promote a more compassionate and culturally responsive care.

Munnings, K., Laidler, L., Ramsay Health Care Australia, O’Donovan, K., Patetsos, M., Federation of Ethnic Communities’ Councils of Australia, Phillips, C., Philp, A., Australian Government Department of Health, Schreiber, J., Sdrinis, S., Ward, K., Wright, M., Australian College of Nursing, Abbasova, G., & Sarafian, C. (2019). Culturally Responsive Clinical Practice: Working with People from Migrant and Refugee Backgrounds. In L. Martinez & O. Dandash (Eds.), COMPETENCY STANDARDS FRAMEWORK FOR CLINICIANS. https://culturaldiversityhealth.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/Culturally-responsive-clinical-practice-Working-with-people-from-migrant-and-refugee-backgrounds-Jan2019.pdf

Common Health issues that Burmese refugee present upon arrival in Australia 🦠

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Helicobacter Pylori is a harmful bacterium causing gastrointestinal issues like ulcer and chronic gastric. According to the Australian Refugee Health Practice Guide, H.Pylori is major risk factor for stomach cancer and can spread from person to person through the oral and/or fecal-oral pathway. Studies indicates that up to 80% Burmese refugee have H. Pylori upon arrival in Australia( Chaves et al.,2009). Diagnosis of H.Pylori can be performed using various methods with differing test sensitivity and specificity. The current recommended treatment involves a 7-day course of antibiotics and proton pump inhibitor for adults and a 14-days course doe children( Helicobacter Pylori, Australian Refugee Health, n.d.).

Chaves, N. J., Gibney, K. B., Leder, K., O’Brien, D. P., Marshall, C., & Biggs, B. (2009). Screening Practices for Infectious Diseases among Burmese Refugees in Australia. Emerging Infectious Diseases, 15(11), 1769–1772. https://doi.org/10.3201/eid1511.090777

Burmese-The official language of Myanmar.

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The official language of Myanmar is Burmese. It belongs to the Sino-Tibetan language family. It is most widely spoken language in the country, with around 33 million people using it as their first language and 10 million as their second. Burmese is follows a subject-object-verb phare structure, tonal and syllable-timed, and mostly made up of single- syllable words. The writing system has 33 characters and 12 vowels and is written from left to right without space between words, and is based on ancient Indian scripts. As the lingua franca of the country, The language is essential to bring Myanmar's diverse ethnic communities together.

https://myanmartravel.com/which-language-is-spoken-in-myanmar/

https://www.evaneos.co.uk/burma/holidays/survival-vocabulary/