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Understanding Women's Health Promotion In Rural Canadian Churches, Robyn Plunkett
Understanding Women's Health Promotion In Rural Canadian Churches, Robyn Plunkett
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Many rural health resources are linked to community churches, which are often well attended, especially by rural women. Thus, the rural church may be an effective health resource for rural Canadian women who have compromised access to health resources. Despite the significant role that the rural church plays in the life of rural communities, there is very limited research that addresses how the church acts or could act as a health resource for rural women. Furthermore, there is limited understanding of how the church as a place may influence health promotion in rural communities. This dissertation explores the relevance of …