Indigenous Health and Environment Lecture 8

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Which of the following is an example of a biological hazard according to the text?

Traditional food species

Nutrients

Sound (music)

Bacteria (correct)

What is an example of a physical hazard mentioned in the text?

Traditional plants

Stress-relief

Temperature (correct)

Toxic metals

Which of the following is considered a biological benefit as per the text?

Plants (correct)

Motor vehicle

Unemployment

Air pollutants

What falls under the category of psychosocial hazards based on the text?

Stress Signup and view all the answers

What accounted for 70% of the total DALYs in 2012?

Infectious and parasitic diseases Signup and view all the answers

How can infectious diseases be spread?

Directly and indirectly through air, infected materials, or vectors Signup and view all the answers

What are zoonotic diseases?

Diseases transmitted between animals and humans or vice versa Signup and view all the answers

What is the cause of Lyme disease?

Bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi Signup and view all the answers

What influences the spread of biological hazards like vector-borne diseases?

Temperature, precipitation, and seasonal weather Signup and view all the answers

Which are defense mechanisms against biological hazards?

The immune system, antibiotics, antivirals, and vaccinations Signup and view all the answers

What plays a role in the spread of biological hazards?

Environmental changes, water quality and access, sanitation, housing, and vulnerability Signup and view all the answers

What do traditional foods like fish and mammal tissues provide?

Essential nutrients and omega-3 fatty acids with health benefits Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not a benefit of traditional foods and medicines from Arctic regions?

Exacerbating existing mental health issues Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant association with Inuit mental health according to the text?

Temperature and place Signup and view all the answers

How can Indigenous Cultural and Natural Resource Management contribute to well-being?

Improving physical health and socio-economic well-being Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential benefit of traditional healing practices according to the text?

Reducing the burden of chronic diseases on healthcare systems Signup and view all the answers

What is a role of traditional plants and medicines in Indigenous cultural heritage?

Providing economic opportunities through sustainable livelihoods Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential impact of traditional foods and medicines on physical health?

Lower risk of type II diabetes Signup and view all the answers

What is the therapeutic benefit of going to a sweat lodge, according to the text?

It represents Mother Earth's womb and provides a cleansing experience. Signup and view all the answers

What is one way to get in tune with the earth, as mentioned in the text?

Participating in a sweat lodge ceremony. Signup and view all the answers

What does the text suggest about the impact of nature on mental fatigue?

Nature-based therapies have been proven to heal mental fatigue. Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, what is the value of knowing about nature's existence?

It helps in developing a deeper appreciation for life. Signup and view all the answers

What does the text imply about the role of ceremony involving the land?

It plays a significant role in spiritual healing and connection with Mother Earth. Signup and view all the answers

What activity does the individual in the text suggest as a means of feeling good and having a cleared mind?

Hunting, camping, and fishing in natural surroundings. Signup and view all the answers

What is suggested as an effective means of handling stress, based on the information provided?

Engaging in nature-based therapies and spending time in natural spaces. Signup and view all the answers

What does the text suggest about the impact of natural spaces on life satisfaction?

They have a positive effect on life satisfaction. Signup and view all the answers

According to the information provided, what is emphasized as essential for feeling connected to Mother Earth?

Being spiritually connected and thinking about it consciously. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Arctic regions have marine species with high selenium concentrations, which act as anticarcinogens and antagonize the toxicity of methylmercury.
Traditional foods from these regions provide enough protein for individuals to meet their daily requirements, and cultural foods play a significant role in social and cultural health.
Country foods such as game meat, fish, and berries are rich in nutrients, vitamins, and minerals that are essential for human health and well-being.
Traditional plants and medicines have been used for centuries by indigenous peoples for various medicinal and therapeutic purposes, including providing stress relief, improving mental and physical health, and promoting a sense of balance and certainty.
Participation in Indigenous Cultural and Natural Resource Management has been linked to improvements in physical health, increased socio-economic well-being, and a decrease in health costs.
Consuming bush meat and fruits and vegetables from the wild has been linked to improved physical health, including lower obesity, lower risk of type II diabetes, and lower risk of heart disease.
The health benefits of traditional foods and medicines extend to psychosocial well-being, providing stress relief, a sense of balance and certainty, and relief from intergenerational trauma.
Traditional plants and medicines contain essential nutrients, vitamins, and minerals that are critical for human health and can act as antioxidants and anti-inflammatory agents.
Environmental and psychosocial hazards can act as stressors and negatively impact health and well-being, but traditional foods and medicines can also provide stress relief and healing properties.
Indigenous communities have been dislocated from their lands through colonization, leading to significant psychosocial stress and anxiety, which is perpetuated by modernity, sedentary lifestyle, wage economy activities, and environmental change.
Traditional healing practices and cultural connection can help mitigate the negative effects of intergenerational trauma and improve overall well-being.
Temperature and place have significant associations with Inuit mental health, and climate change can exacerbate existing mental health issues and contribute to new ones.
Traditional foods and medicines can provide essential nutrients and vitamins that are not readily available through modern food sources, and can help reduce the risk of chronic diseases.
Traditional healing practices can help address the negative effects of psychosocial hazards, including stress, anxiety, and intergenerational trauma.
Traditional medicine practices can also provide alternative and complementary healing methods for chronic diseases, and can help reduce the reliance on modern medical interventions.
Engaging in Indigenous Cultural and Natural Resource Management can provide opportunities for physical activity, environmental stewardship, and social connection, all of which are important for overall health and well-being.
Traditional plants and medicines are an important part of Indigenous cultural heritage and can also provide economic opportunities through sustainable livelihoods and the sale of traditional products.
Traditional healing practices can help reduce the burden of chronic diseases on healthcare systems, and can also provide opportunities for research and development of new therapeutic approaches.
Indigenous communities have a wealth of knowledge and expertise in the use of traditional foods and medicines, and can help inform and guide research and development efforts in this area.
Traditional healing practices can also help address the negative effects of environmental hazards, including chemical, physical, and mechanical hazards, and can provide opportunities for community engagement and empowerment.

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