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Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. This preventable condition presents challenges in management due to factors such as limited health literacy, insufficient cultural understanding, and communication barriers. Addressing these gaps is crucial for improving health outcomes in these communities.

The Yana training consists of five free, accredited eLearning modules developed in collaboration between AGPAL and the Stroke Foundation, with funding from the Australian Government. These self-paced, online modules are designed to equip healthcare professionals—both Indigenous and non-Indigenous—with the knowledge and skills to deliver culturally appropriate care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients during the management of heart disease and stroke.

The modules focus on enhancing the ability of General Practitioners and frontline healthcare workers to provide coordinated, culturally secure care in remote and urban settings. Through interactive content and case studies, participants will learn about the importance of cultural sensitivity in addressing cardiovascular disease and the unique health needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. The online format ensures that these resources are accessible and flexible for healthcare workers across Australia.

Module 3: How to support self-care

Exploring the recovery journey from heart illness and stroke, highlighting the importance of family support and self-care strategies. By examining the experiences of Aunty Joan and Uncle Bill, it navigates the balance between cultural obligations and recovery challenges. Examining access to support services and overcoming barriers, providing a holistic approach to culturally informed care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples on their healing journey.

Learning Outcomes

1. Describe the recovery and healing processes for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples with heart and stroke issues
2. Analyse the critical role of families in supporting recovery and self-care strategies
3. Plan self-care strategies tailored to the cultural contexts of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples
4. Assess and use self-care tools and support services to enhance recovery and healing.

Details

The Yana project offers five eLearning modules to support the frontline health workforce in providing culturally safe care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples recovering from heart disease and stroke. These modules, complementing the Yana toolkit, help staff contextualise clinical care and deliver culturally responsive services.

They cover culturally appropriate communication strategies, shared care planning, and care coordination. Participants are expected to have some prior awareness of cultural practices and communication principles.

While these five modules are complementary, it is not necessary to complete them all or in a specific order. However, for the best learning experience and a comprehensive understanding of culturally responsive care, it is recommended to complete all five modules in sequence. Each module will take approximately two hours to complete.

Module 1: The Importance of Culturally Responsive Care

Module 2: Discussing heart and stroke health

Module 3: How to support self-care

Module 4: Culturally Responsive care in my organisation

Module 5: Care Coordination

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