State of the science: a cultural view of Native Americans and diabetes prevention.

Karethy Edwards, Beverly Patchell

Journal: Journal of cultural diversity 2010;16(1):32-5

PMID: 20640191

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Abstract

The purpose of this article is to present a review of the literature on diabetes type 2 prevention interventions for Native American populations. The interrelation of the cultural role of food in Native American diets, educational policies related to food, outcomes of federal policies, and the historical background of diabetes are addressed. In addition, published studies of diabetes prevention interventions with Native American populations are examined. Lastly, exemplars of programs that represent best practices in the prevention of diabetes are described.

Address: Center for Cultural Competency & Healthcare Excellence, University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center, USA.

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MeSH Terms: Cultural Competency, Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2, Health Education, Health Policy, Health Promotion, Health Services, Indigenous, Humans, Indians, North American, United States