A Look at How Medical Practice in Canada Evolved Through the Years
Long before European settlers arrived, Indigenous peoples in what is now Canada had developed sophisticated systems of medicine based on their deep understanding of the natural environment.
Traditional healers, often referred to as medicine men or women, utilized a wide range of plants, herbs, and rituals to treat illnesses and injuries. These practices were holistic, aiming to heal the body, mind, and spirit simultaneously.
Remedies were often passed down through generations, preserving a wealth of knowledge about local flora and fauna and their medicinal properties.
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