Abstract

HEALTHCARE PRACTICES AMONG THE SIDDI TRIBAL COMMUNITY OF KARNATAKA

Jai Prabhakar S.C.

Volume: 4 Issue: 3 2014

Abstract:

The health of an individual or community is largely influenced by social and cultural factors which are deeply embedded in social life. The Present study focused to understand the health beliefs, traditional health care institutions, problems and practices of Siddis community of Uttara Kannada District of Karnataka. Focus Group Discussion (FGD) and in-depth interviews were conducted to enrich the knowledge on belief system and healthcare practices. People tend towards modern medicine than traditional medicine. They visit the hospitals if illness persists for a longer time, which affects their daily labour and earning capacity.

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