A new study has found that off-reserve First Nations people 15 years and older are more likely to experience poor heath conditions compared to the total Canadian population.
Over 60 percent of off-reserve First Nations people reported being diagnosed with at least one chronic condition, compared to just under 50 percent for total Canadian population.
The study found 49 percent of off-reserve First Nations people rated their health as good or excellent, compared to 62 percent of the total population.
Social factors that are believed to have contributed to these numbers are smoking, unemployment, unmet health needs and having no one to turn to in their time of need.
Off-reserve First Nations people who experience food insecurity are more likely to have at least one chronic condition and more likely to have mental health issues.
The study was compiled with information from the Canadian Community Heath and Aboriginal Peoples surveys.
