Abstract
Herbal medication is the most commonly used form of healthcare in Africa. However, little is known about its use by young Africans in the urban context. This qualitative study explored opinions about herbal medicine and its uses among young people in the Wakiso district, Uganda. About a third of interview participants reported using herbal products, a choice influenced by religious faith, family preference, low cost and unavailability of biomedicines. Two participants stated that herbs could be used to deter alcohol dependence. This study indicated divergent opinions about the value of herbal medicine among young urban Ugandans.
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