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Culture as a Social Determinant of Health

Description
Describes the role that culture plays in health for Native Americans. Discusses the importance of cultural competence for healthcare providers, and includes recommendations for healthcare providers and policymakers.
Author(s)
James Knibb-Lamouche
Date
11/2012
Type
Document
Organization
Health and Medicine Division (HMD), National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine
Tagged as
American Indian or Alaska Native · Culture and cultural competency · Policy · Social determinants of health

Organizations (1)

  • Health and Medicine Division (HMD), National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine, view details