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TitleTraditional Dene medicine parts i: Report
Publication TypeBook
Year of Publication1994
AuthorsRebesca, M. A., Romie D., Johnson M., & Ryan J.
Publication Languageen
KeywordsSpecific species used for medicinal purposes, traditional medicine
Abstract

Part I of this study sets out a brief overview of the Dene, and more specifically the Dogrib, people and their traditional medicinal practices. Most of the report is comprised of brief entries detailing the parts and use of various plant and animal species. English, Latin, and Dogrib names for species are provided, as well as descriptions of what each species and species part is used for. Part II of the study [not available to this compiler] includes more information on healing plants and combinations thereof, animals used for healing, medical conditions and ways of healing, surgical procedures, women's health, spiritual healing, gift exchanges and offerings, collecting medicinal plants, causes of illness, and maintaining good health.

Notes

Joint venture of Lac La Martre Band (Wha Ti First Nation), the Dene Cultural Institute, and the Arctic Institute of North America

Locational Keywords

Lac La Marte, Northwest Territories

Group

CEMA

Citation Key24742

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