By; Vivian Phan

Learn more about the different approaches to wellness and healthcare as observed and researched by Genomics Correspondent, Vivian Phan, after her visit to Bali to study their community health systems.

“Holistic healthcare is defined as an approach to wellness that considers the multidimensional aspects of life... A key issue with holistic healthcare in the US is that most of the research conducted on health has been focused on people’s thoughts about illness instead of the mindset surrounding holistic and preventative care... In comparison to the average US resident, Balinese people are highly spiritual and their spirituality is heavily associated with their environment. Moreover, in Indonesian culture, one’s spirituality is often translated into one’s approach towards healthcare…Understanding the significance of cultural practices and traditions is crucial in addressing health imbalances.”

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