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An article discusses the historical practice of traditional healers in Catalonia, who would address symptoms like poor appetite and listlessness in children, often referred to as 'curar de estropeado'.
Efforts to control the Ebola outbreak in Africa are being challenged by traditional healers, as some infected individuals in Congo seek their help instead of conventional medical treatment. This practice complicates the containment and treatment of the deadly virus.
Traditional healers in the Democratic Republic of Congo are claiming they possess the ability to cure Ebola.
A veteran politician in Kenya has sought 'supernatural' assistance from traditional healers, inviting them from abroad to help him find a way to influence unity within a divided community.
Punch newspaper examines the Oluwo of Iwo’s controversial challenge to traditional healers (babalawos) to confront terrorists, raising questions about his leadership and the role of tradition.
The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has warned that the current Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo could potentially reach the scale of the deadly 2014 West Africa epidemic. Congo has reported a rapid spread of the virus, with 71 new cases confirmed in 24 hours.
A "secret war" is reportedly unfolding between traditional healers relying on charms and modern "digital marabouts" utilizing algorithms.
Burkina Faso faces a severe mental health crisis, with only a handful of psychiatrists remaining in the country amidst escalating armed conflict. Traditional healers and families are left to fill the gap in mental health services due to the lack of professional support.
The Oba of Benin has summoned native doctors, priests, and other traditional healers to address the rising insecurity in the region. This move seeks spiritual intervention and community involvement to tackle the issue.
Traditional healers in the Democratic Republic of Congo are actively participating in the fight against Ebola, utilizing ancestral remedies and addressing misinformation. They are on the front lines, working to combat the spread of the disease amidst significant challenges.
Facing a severe lack of health services and closed borders, Afghans with high rates of cancer are desperately seeking help from traditional 'healers' who claim to use methods like saliva against the disease.
Kerala's Chief Minister unveiled the Indian Radiological and Imaging Association (IRIA) and stated that Kerala is leading India in holistic Ayurveda research, emphasizing collaboration with traditional healers.