Tl’Azt’En Nation doctor talks racism towards Indigenous peoples in healthcare
By Eriel Strauch, CFUR/Local Journalism Initiative
Originally posted at Canada-info.ca
With the recent release of the "In Plain Sight" report by the B.C government, the public is now more aware than ever of the deeply rooted, Indigenous-specific racism within the healthcare system.
The 75 page report consisted of an in depth investigation into many accounts from Indigenous peoples, healthcare workers and the general public for comparative purposes.
In the following interview with CFUR, Dr. Terri Aldred, who is Carrier from the Tl’Azt’En Nation, touches on her own personal experiences and insights into the topic at hand. Aldred expresses hope that the report will inspire British Columbians and the healthcare system to further work towards healing, understanding, and compassion.
Listen to the interview on CFUR-FM:
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