Integration of Traditional Nandi Medicinal Practices with Contemporary Healthcare Systems: Implications for Community Health Outcomes

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@article{1707318,
      author = {Maua Anna Chemotinge},
      title = {Integration of Traditional Nandi Medicinal Practices with Contemporary Healthcare Systems: Implications for Community Health Outcomes},
      journal = {Iconic Research And Engineering Journals},
      year = {2025},
      volume = {8},
      number = {9},
      pages = {6-13},
      issn = {2456-8880},
      url = {https://www.irejournals.com/formatedpaper/1707318.pdf},
      abstract = {This study examines the integration of traditional Nandi medicinal practices with contemporary healthcare systems in Uasin Gishu County, Kenya. Using qualitative methods including focus group discussions, key informant interviews, and participant observation, the research investigates existing integration models, challenges, and health outcomes. Findings reveal limited formal integration despite significant community reliance on both systems. Traditional practitioners possess valuable knowledge of medicinal plants and psychosocial approaches that complement biomedical treatments. However, integration is hindered by mutual mistrust, lack of regulatory frameworks, and inadequate documentation of traditional knowledge. Successful integration cases demonstrate improved health outcomes through referral systems, collaborative management of chronic conditions, and culturally appropriate health education. The study recommends developing formal recognition mechanisms for legitimate traditional practitioners, establishing standardized documentation protocols, creating collaborative training programs, and implementing community-based integration models that respect both knowledge systems while ensuring patient safety.},
      month = {March},
  }