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APHA Scientific Session and Event Listing

Recorded presentation

Stacy A. Bohlen, Executive Director, National Indian Health Board, 101 Constitution Ave. N.W., Suite 8-B02, Washington, DC 20001, (202) 742 4294, sbohlen@nihb.org

This session provides a broad examination of American Indian and Alaska Native health, beginning with a review of those historical influences that have had serious impacts on Native health today. The health status of Native people is examined, highlighting those conditions that represent achievements and deficits in health status. As tribal and urban Native people assume increasing responsibility for their health, the session closes with a look ahead toward Native health status in the 21st Century.

Learning Objectives:

• Discuss current epidemiology and disease patterns among Native people.

Presenting author's disclosure statement:

Any relevant financial relationships? No

Recorded presentation