Diabetes in the Eritrean and Ethiopian Community: Recommendations for Educators
Description: This resource outlines culturally informed strategies for diabetes education in Eritrean and Ethiopian communities, focusing on beliefs about chronic illness, traditional diets, fasting practices, and barriers to medication adherence and self-management. It provides practical recommendations for healthcare educators to improve communication, trust, and diabetes outcomes through culturally responsive care.
Author: EthnoMed
Audience
Community health workers / Patient navigators / Promotoras
Healthcare providers
Researchers
Language
English
Resource Type
Reports
Priority Population
Black or African American
Immigrant populations
Topic Areas
Community engagement
Social determinants of health