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Concepts of Disease In Mexican-American Culture

Author: Rubel, Arthur J.
Date Published: 1960


This journal article discusses some traditional concepts of health and disease found among the Spanish-speaking people of the Texas-Mexico border. It also overviews the manner in which these concepts contribute to the maintenance of the social system of that group. Topics include: etiology and healing; cultural values; mal ojo; and illnesses.

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Number of Pages: 21