First Nations and Inuit Health http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/fnih-spni/index_e.html Site Reviews(0)
Health Canada is working with First Nations people and Inuit to improve their health. Together with First Nations and Inuit organizations and communities, we carry out many activities aimed at helping people keep healthy, and prevent chronic and contagious diseases.
Health Canada's role in First Nations and Inuit health goes back to 1945, when Indian health services were transferred from Indian Affairs. In 1962, Health Canada provided direct health services to First Nations people on reserve and Inuit in the north. By the mid 1980s, work began to have First Nations and Inuit communities control more health services. Health Canada's plans and priorities gives an overview of Health Canada's role in health care for First Nations people and Inuit.
In recent years, First Nations and Inuit health has improved in areas such as living longer and preventing infant deaths. Despite improvements, gaps remain in the overall health status of First Nations and Inuit compared to other Canadians. For example, First Nations people and Inuit have higher rates of injury, suicide and diabetes. To learn about First Nations health statistics, see the Statistical Profile on the Health of First Nations in Canada report.
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