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February 26, 2026Open Access

Traditional Medicine in Contemporary African Healthcare Systems: A Cameroon Perspective

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CNChacha Nkamfuko

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Overview

Qualitative research reveals the substantial role of traditional medicine in Cameroon, advocating for integration into health policies.

Key Points

  • The aim is to analyze the role of traditional medicine in healthcare systems in Cameroon.
  • Qualitative research approach employed to gather insights from community leaders, traditional healers, and health policymakers.
  • Traditional medical practices account for approximately 50% of primary healthcare consultations in Cameroon.
  • The findings highlight the need for recognizing traditional medicine within contemporary healthcare frameworks.

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Chacha Nkamfuko (2002) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/699f956d1bc9fecf3dab319ehttps://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18751596
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