Use of traditional Mi’kmaq medicine among patients at a First Nations community health centre
Utilisation de la médecine traditionnelle Mi’kmaq chez les patients d'un centre de santé communautaire des Premières Nations
Sarah Jane Cook
Details
ISSN Number: 12037796
Language: English/French
Format: PDF
Pages: 22–26
Content Summary
This article explores the use of traditional Mi’kmaq medicine among patients at a First Nations community health centre. A survey of 100 patients revealed that 66% had used Mi’kmaq medicine, yet 92.4% had not discussed this with their physician. The study highlights the importance of understanding and integrating traditional healing practices into Western medical care to provide culturally sensitive healthcare to First Nations communities. The findings suggest a need for improved communication and collaboration between healthcare providers and patients to enhance the effectiveness of cross-cultural care.