Posted: May 14th, 2025

The use of alternative medicine in Mexico and Peru

ASSIGNMENT: CROSS-CULTURAL COMPETENCE and alternative medicine 

Global Learning & Digital Communication Spanish-speaking countries have many things in common—a shared language, similar religious beliefs and attitudes, historical backgrounds, and, in many cases, proximity. One important topic for further exploration is the use of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM).

1. To expand on this topic please follow the instructions below: Read pages 1 through 29 of the following: Lyle, William H., “Herbal and Holistic Medicine in Latin America” (2014). Honors College Capstone Experience/Thesis Projects. Paper 472. http://digitalcommons.wku.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1482&context=stu_hon_theses 

Answer the following questions: Compare and contrast the use of alternative medicine in Mexico and Peru.

Please give specific examples and illustrations. In general, what importance do you think complementary and alternative therapy play in the lives of the people of Mexico and Peru today?

 Imagine that you had a medical condition that needed attention, would you consider using complementary and alternative treatment? Please provide reasons for your decision.

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