BC ECHO on Substance Use
BC ECHO on Substance Use
Addiction Practice Pod, Episode 6: Indigenous perspectives on health and wellness, substance use, and harm reduction
Addiction Practice Pod, Episode 6: Indigenous perspectives on health and wellness, substance use, and harm reduction
Addiction Practice Pod, Episode 6: Indigenous perspectives on health and wellness, substance use, and harm reduction
Tuesday 1st December 2020
Dr. Robert Fox and David Ball discuss Indigenous perspectives on substance use and harm reduction, emphasizing cultural competency and traditional healing.
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Get the buttons here!Healing Through Tradition: Indigenous Approaches to Substance Use and Harm Reduction
When we're looking at the history of colonialism and how it manifests...a lot of these things have resulted in mistrust of the healthcare system and systems in general.
Imagine facing a health crisis where your community is four times more likely to be affected than others. This is the stark reality for Indigenous peoples in British Columbia, who are disproportionately impacted by the overdose crisis. In this episode of Addiction Practice Pod, Dr. Robert Fox and journalist David Ball dive into the critical issue of Indigenous perspectives on health and wellness, substance use, and harm reduction.
They are joined by Oh Po Kwa Nee, a community investigator with CANOC, and Dr. Terri Aldred, a primary care physician with Carrier Sekani Family Services. Together, they shed light on the unique challenges and solutions for Indigenous communities grappling with substance use disorders. Colonialism has left a lasting scar, fostering mistrust in healthcare systems among Indigenous populations. Dr. Fox and his guests emphasize the need for cultural competency and the importance of understanding these historical contexts.
They discuss practical strategies for clinicians to bridge these gaps, such as incorporating traditional practices like drumming and directing patients to culturally safe urban resources like native friendship centers. This episode is not just an eye-opener but a call to action for healthcare providers to adopt a holistic approach, listen to patients' stories, and address power imbalances in the healthcare system. Tune in to learn how integrating Indigenous healing practices can make a real difference in addiction care.