The pandemic is one of the single greatest threats in this generation to the continuity of indigenous cultures and the preservation of the languages. The danger of COVID 19 has put on the lots of countless activities and ceremonies globally.
Indigenous people in both the urban and rural locals for more than 470 million individuals spread across 90 countries, which accounts for about 6.2% of the global population. As per the Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues, “Indigenous communities are nearly three times who are living in the extreme poverty line, and thus more prone to infectious diseases. In addition, many indigenous communities are already suffering from malnutrition and immune-suppressive conditions, which can increase susceptibility to infectious diseases.”
The Indigenous People and COVID 19
Historically oral societies with histories are the culture keepers; they know the right language, ceremonies, songs, protocols, creation stories and cultural practices and are the holders of traditional knowledge. Most of them are passed down for generations.
Elders and seniors with underlying health conditions are most vulnerable to viruses such as COVID-19, making it of utmost importance to look after them.
Many people take the language for granted. Still, in several indigenous cultures the home language is synonymous with the culture and it is the culture that defines them, governs them and is part of the collective identity. The loss of each own language speaker decreases the likelihood of the language surviving. The nations that lose the language and also it’s contains are challenged in the pursuits of cultures. The limitation of the size of gatherings has a real impact on indigenous communities as that restricts carrying out cultural activities and ceremonies.
How to Have Access to Best Indigenous Health Services
Drayton Medical Centre works closely with indigenous communities to educate and provide health services. We are committed to developing various strategies, programs and initiatives to ensure aboriginal people’s well-being and health. The risk of diseases like trachoma, heart disease and other issues is increasing. We continuously put efforts to provide better accessibility and our services.
The Annual Health Check-Up Includes-
- Has the yearly free 715 health checks that take around 30-45 minutes for completing
- All these health check-ups provide you access to bulk-billed allied health services like dieticians, physiotherapy and many more.
- The health check-up services are customised for aboriginal people.
- This annual health check-up is designed to manage health and keep chronic illness away.
Drayton Medical takes pride in delivering the best to the aboriginal people and providing the best health care solutions for their needs. Contact us today to find out more.