As the last of four courses on Curanderismo, the art of Hispanic/Latino traditional medicine, this course focuses specifically on traditional healing using different techniques of many countries around the world. As an educational and cultural platform, this course will share a number of traditional global perspectives.
Curanderismo: Global & Cultural Influences of Traditional Healing
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Curanderismo: Global & Cultural Influences of Traditional Healing
Instructors: Eliseo (Cheo) Torres
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What you'll learn
Examine Curanderismo in Latin America, Southwestern United States, Africa, Cuba, Puerto Rico, Peru, as well as the Mayan and Native American views.
Recognize the contributions of the famous Mexican healer Niño Fidencio and how his healing methods have been influenced by healers like Chenchito.
Discuss the influences of traditional medicine from indigenous beliefs, rituals & herbal medications.
Explain how traditional medicine has been valued throughout the generations.
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KV
Reviewed on May 9, 2022
the course was very intresting, thanks all the team of instructers and coursera.
JZ
Reviewed on Jul 3, 2020
This information is helpful to anyone with Holistic knowledge, looking to venture further into the history of the Ancient Southwest
MS
Reviewed on Apr 23, 2020
Great course with splendid learning material! Thank you Mr. Cheo and Team!
