Native Health Expert Ties History to Native Health Care

http://www.nativetimes.com/index.php/life/health/13119-native-health-expert-ties-history-to-native-health-care


Excerpt from the article, for the full article please see the link above:
"Equity over equality: Equality gives everyone the same care, while equity would give people the appropriate care based on community and cultural needs. “Equality is giving everyone a pair of shoes. Equity is giving everyone a pair of shoes that fits,” Warne said. Traditional American Indian healing methods, such as meditation, prayer and healing ceremonies, can help the treatment and recovery processes, but modern health care often leaves those powers untapped."

Dr. Warne presenting at NIHB Summit

Three photos from the National Indian Health Board Public Health Summit in Atlanta.  Dr. Warne presented on American Indian Maternal and Child Health with representatives from March of Dimes.

"Impact of Historical Trauma and Adverse Childhood Experiences on Chronic Disease Disparities"

Dr. Donald Warne presented "Impact of Historical Trauma and Adverse Childhood Experiences on Chronic Disease Disparities" at the White Earth Nation Maplelag Resort in Minnesota to the National Board of Certified Counselors at their Annual Retreat.  Pictured with Dr. Warne includes Theda New Breast and American Indian Public Health student, Julie Smith.