Abstract

An increase in the incidence of diabetes among Native Americans, Mexican Americans, and Pacific Islanders is leading to a modern epidemic of diabetes and its complications. Traditional cultural beliefs can affect the success of services to native peoples who are experiencing vision loss. This article discusses these cultural beliefs, with illustrations from Native American culture, and the implications for the provision of services.

Full Text
Paper version not known

Talk to us

Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have

Schedule a call

Disclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.