Vol. 2005 No. 1 (2005)

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Traditional Medicine in Contemporary Angola: A Vital Component of Healthcare Systems

Nina Chikomba, Department of Research, Technical University of Angola (UTANGA) Aurora Kamba, Department of Interdisciplinary Studies, Catholic University of Angola Carmen Mulu, Instituto Superior Politécnico Metropolitano de Angola (IMETRO) Mário Gonçalves, Agostinho Neto University, Luanda
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18816317
Published: February 17, 2005

Abstract

Traditional medicine in Angola is a significant aspect of healthcare systems within African diaspora studies. A qualitative study involving interviews with traditional healers and surveys among Angolan communities to assess their reliance on traditional practices. The integration of traditional medicine into formal healthcare systems is crucial for improving access to care and addressing cultural sensitivities. Policy makers should encourage collaboration between traditional healers and modern health services to enhance overall public health outcomes in Angola.

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Nina Chikomba, Aurora Kamba, Carmen Mulu, Mário Gonçalves (2005). Traditional Medicine in Contemporary Angola: A Vital Component of Healthcare Systems. Journal of African Diaspora Studies, Vol. 2005 No. 1 (2005). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18816317

Keywords

African diasporaAngolaEthnobiologyTraditional healingCultural preservationHeritage studiesAnthropology

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