This Cultural Profiles web-site was designed to be fully compliant with modern standards for web publication (as specified by the W3C). The pages will be accessible and readable on any display using any web browser, old or new.
This is a very approachable American site (2006) that gives cultural profiles on 12 different ethnic groups in relation to health. It also presents cultural barriers in seeking effective health care. There are also invaluable links from this site that are related to special interest topics such as cultural considerations for those dealing with death and dying. There are also excellent links for those developing cultural competency, and cultural competency training. This is an invaluable resource site for health care providers. ۞ ۞ ۞ ۞ ۞
This site gives an up to date encyclopaedic account of each country. It covers the history, politics, demographics, economy, languages, regional aspects and culture but it gives virtually no information on health, health seeking practices, or traditional beliefs. ۞
SPIRASI does not necessarily agree with the facts and opinions presented in this guide or any linked websites.
This Cultural Profiles web-site was designed to be fully compliant with modern standards for web publication (as specified by the W3C). The pages will be accessible and readable on any display using any web browser, old or new.