Understanding cultural adherence and the use of traditional medicine in Waskaganish First Nation

• Main Author: Tabib, Christine
• Other Authors: Timothy A Johns (Supervisor)
• Format: Thesis
• Language: English
• Published: McGill University 2011
• Subjects: Health Sciences - Nutrition; Canada; Waskaganish; Cris
• Online Access: http://digitool.Library.McGill.CA:80/R/?func=dbin-jump-full&object_id=96865

Changes in the Cree way of life over the last century are reflected by an increased prevalence of type 2 diabetes (T2D). Since traditional medicine (TM) is considered an appropriate complementary approach for T2D treatment and management, suitable delivery methods need to be determined. Using commun...