Health Concerns of Native Hawaiians

Paper Summary:

This paper discusses the extensive health concern that exists within the Native Hawaiian population of Hawaii County. It describes the health issues that exist and the fact that at the same time the people are being afflicted by poverty and an increasing decline in their lifestyles. The paper looks at the reasons for these health issues and provides resolutions to improve the situation.

Table of Contents:
Introduction
Obesity
Physical Activity
Diabetes
Tobacco
Resolutions
Conclusion

From the Paper:

"Because of these issues it is imperative that the leaders of Hawaii County work diligently to develop effective programs that will serve the needs of this population. Programs through health care, social services and community awareness will begin to aid the Native Hawaiian population if they become active now. Perhaps through a concentrated effort of each of these entities Hawaii County can assist the Native people that represent the heritage of Hawaii and be attentive to the needs of this population, demonstrating value in all people of society and beginning a new history of the care of Native people in the nation."

Sample of Sources Used:

• All about diabetes. (2006). American Diabetes Association. Retrieved January 15, 2007, from http://www.diabetes.org/diabetes-statistics/dangerous-toll.jsp
• Community health profile. (2006). NHOP. Retrieved Januay 15, 2007, from http://www.nhop.org/demographics.php
• Dangerous toll of diabetes. (2006). American Diabetes Association. Retrieved January 15, 2006, from http://www.diabetes.org/diabetes-statistics/dangerous-toll.js
• Health outcomes project. (2004). NHOP. Retrieved January 15, 2007, from http://www.nhop.org/documents/WEB-REPORT2004-CommunityHealthProfile-HealthStatus_000.pdf
• Health status. (2004). Hawaii County. Retrieved January 15, 2006, from http://www.nhop.org/documents/WEB-REPORT2004-CommunityHealthProfile-HealthStatus_000.pdf

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