Spirometric Findings among School-Aged First Nations Children on a Reserve: A Pilot Study
BACKGROUND: Asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) are increasing concerns for First Nations peoples in Canada. Although hospital utilization for asthma and COPD among First Nations peoples has been increasing, the prevalence of asthma or wheezing is comparable to national averages.
Published in: | Canadian Respiratory Journal |
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Main Authors: | , , , , |
Format: | Article in Journal/Newspaper |
Language: | English |
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Hindawi Limited
2004
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Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1155/2004/427686 https://doaj.org/article/127f841c27a34806a96dbdfe1d9539e3 |
Summary: | BACKGROUND: Asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) are increasing concerns for First Nations peoples in Canada. Although hospital utilization for asthma and COPD among First Nations peoples has been increasing, the prevalence of asthma or wheezing is comparable to national averages. |
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