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March 8, 2026Open Access

Traditional Medicine's Role within Contemporary Healthcare Systems in Equatorial Guinea: A Mixed-Methods Study

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MFMichele FanoviCNCésar NguemaAMAgusto Mbasogo

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Overview

Mixed-methods study explores traditional medicine's acceptance and policy implications in Equatorial Guinea, suggesting improved healthcare access.

Key Points

  • Investigate the role of traditional medicine within contemporary healthcare systems in Equatorial Guinea.
  • Conducted qualitative interviews with healthcare providers and community members
  • Administered quantitative surveys to gather data from patients
  • Analyzed preferences regarding traditional medicine vs. modern healthcare
  • Approximately 45% of surveyed individuals preferred traditional medicine for minor ailments
  • Indications of widespread acceptance of traditional practices in the region
  • Recommendations for formal recognition of traditional medicine in health policies

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Fanovi et al. (2010) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69ada8dfbc08abd80d5bc42chttps://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18903120
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