Presente!

National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts and Culture

Program Air Date: 11/04/2024

Program Overview

In this episode of Presente!, we explore the resurgence of Indigenous and ceremonial health practices in Chicago, particularly those brought back by immigrant communities. Dr. Geraldine Luna, Medical Director for the Chicago Department of Public Health, joins the conversation to discuss how these traditional health methods may help prevent disease and improve overall health outcomes in the Latino community. This enlightening episode sheds light on the power of combining modern medicine with cultural practices to promote better community health.