The Persistence of Traditional Medicine in Urban Areas: The Case of Canada's Indians.

Waldram, James B.

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ERIC Number: EJ420495

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Publication Date: 1990

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The Persistence of Traditional Medicine in Urban Areas: The Case of Canada's Indians.

Waldram, James B.

American Indian and Alaska Native Mental Health Research, v4 n1 p9-29 Fall 1990

Among 119 low-income Canada Natives living in Saskatoon, interview survey found utilization of traditional medicine (1) did not detract from utilization of Western medical services; (2) was related to proficiency in an Indian language; and (3) was not related to difficulty in using Western medicine, age, income, or education. Contains 24 references. (SV)

Descriptors: American Indian Culture, Canada Natives, Foreign Countries, Interviews, Medical Services, Medicine, Traditionalism, Urban American Indians

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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Identifiers - Location: Canada (Saskatoon)

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