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A Review of Aboriginal Women’s Physical and Mental Health Status in Ontario

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Acknowledgements: Donna E. Stewart, MD, FRCPC (University Health Network Women’s Health Program and University of Toronto), Enza Gucciardi, MHSc (UHNWHP), Gerry Martin, RN (Indian and Inuit Health Careers Program Coordinator Lakehead University), Nova Lawson (Aboriginal Initiatives Lakehead University), TK Young, PhD (University of Manitoba), and anonymous reviewers for their comments.

This manuscript was prepared for the Ontario Women’s Health Council, and the recommendations or conclusions do not reflect the endorsement of either the Council or the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care.

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Grace, S.L. A Review of Aboriginal Women’s Physical and Mental Health Status in Ontario. Can J Public Health 94, 173–175 (2003). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF03405060

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