Emma M Wise, Marilyn A Morgan, Emily D Biggs, Bronte H Ellis, Marissa C Joseph, Melanie L Say, Lea T Yanitsas, Jonathan C Bullen, Brooke R Conley, Ivan B Lin, Leo Ng, Darren J Beales
UNLABELLED: Warning:This article contains terms, descriptions and opinions that may be culturally sensitive for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. BACKGROUND: Pelvic health conditions among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women and men are under-recognised and under-reported despite indication of the significant burden of these conditions. Access to effective management provided in a culturally safe manner appears lacking. The study aims were to: (1) summarise the burden of pelvic health conditions among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples; (2) explore barriers and enablers to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples accessing pelvic healthcare services; and (3) provide considerations on how to implement culturally safe pelvic healthcare services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples...
January 8, 2024: Australian Journal of Primary Health