Looking beyond the individual-The importance of accessing health and cultural services for Indigenous women in Thunder Bay, Ontario.

ABSTRACT: Access to cultural activities and culturally relevant healthcare has always been significant for achieving holistic Indigenous health and continues to be a key factor in shaping the health journey of Indigenous individuals and communities. Previous research has indicated the importance of cultural practices and services in sustaining cultural identity for Indigenous peoples, which is a major influence on their wellbeing. This study marks the first phase in a project aimed at establishing an Indigenous healing program and uses a qualitative research approach to understand the health and cultural services that Indigenous women want and require in Thunder Bay, Ontario. During interviews, participants (n = 22) answered questions around their understandings of health and wellbeing, and how they

SUBMITTER: Lin JC 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9977040 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature