Traditional Medicine's Role in Contemporary Senegal's Healthcare Systems: A Survey Analysis

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Hauptverfasser: Diallo, Mamadou, Ba, Seyni
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author Diallo, Mamadou
Ba, Seyni
author_facet Diallo, Mamadou
Ba, Seyni
contents <p>Traditional medicine plays a significant role in healthcare systems across Africa, including Senegal. However, its integration into contemporary healthcare frameworks is under-researched. A mixed-methods approach was employed, combining quantitative survey data with qualitative interviews. Data were collected from a stratified sample of Senegalese adults. Survey results indicate that approximately 45% of respondents used traditional medicine alongside or instead of modern healthcare services. Traditional medicine is widely accepted and utilised in Senegal, suggesting its importance in the country's healthcare landscape. Healthcare authorities should consider integrating traditional medicine into official health policies to better serve the population.</p>
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spellingShingle Traditional Medicine's Role in Contemporary Senegal's Healthcare Systems: A Survey Analysis
Diallo, Mamadou
Ba, Seyni
African geography
traditional medicine
cultural anthropology
cross-cultural studies
ethnographic methods
indigenous healthcare systems
health policy analysis
<p>Traditional medicine plays a significant role in healthcare systems across Africa, including Senegal. However, its integration into contemporary healthcare frameworks is under-researched. A mixed-methods approach was employed, combining quantitative survey data with qualitative interviews. Data were collected from a stratified sample of Senegalese adults. Survey results indicate that approximately 45% of respondents used traditional medicine alongside or instead of modern healthcare services. Traditional medicine is widely accepted and utilised in Senegal, suggesting its importance in the country's healthcare landscape. Healthcare authorities should consider integrating traditional medicine into official health policies to better serve the population.</p>
title Traditional Medicine's Role in Contemporary Senegal's Healthcare Systems: A Survey Analysis
topic African geography
traditional medicine
cultural anthropology
cross-cultural studies
ethnographic methods
indigenous healthcare systems
health policy analysis
url https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.19008195