Based on the readings or other resources, what are some approaches that Indigenous people and communities are taking to address the burden of disease?

Assignment Question

This week, you read that Indigenous people face high rates of chronic diseases such as diabetes and cardiac illnesses, among others, as well as high rates of infectious diseases such as tuberculosis.

1. What are some contributing factors that influence the burden of disease that Indigenous people carry? How do the structural and social determinants of health interact with health outcomes?

2. Based on the readings or other resources, what are some approaches that Indigenous people and communities are taking to address the burden of disease?

3. How can nurses and healthcare workers be supportive and work alongside Indigenous people and communities?