What is biomedicine?

Biomedicine is a branch of medical science that implements biological and physiological practices in the area of medical research and practice. Biomedicine’s focal point is to treat diseases and injuries. Overall, biomedicine is a way to to have equitable access to medicine when needed. 

What are healing cultures?

Healing cultures are beliefs, traditions, and certain practices that relate to healing, physical, and emotional health.  Many African Americans believe that some illnesses are not only physical, but also spiritual. One example of a healing culture is music healing. Other examples are drumming, dancing and body massages. 

What is health sovereignty and why is it important?

Health sovereignty is to have the ability  to select medicines that are socio culturally and ecologically accepted. It is important because people are aware that the medicines they will be receiving are reliable  and efficient according to their medical needs.

Mary Perez