Health & Wellness Mi’kmaq Medicine

Mi’kmaq Medicine Mi'kmaq people have always known about medicine. They have always understood how roots and herbs from mother earth can be used to heal illnesses. Mi'kmaq shared their knowledge with the French and Europeans and in many cases helped to save their lives when they became ill.

Mi’kmaq Medicine                                  Their knowledge of roots and medicines make up the basis of many of the prescription drugs that you see in the stores today. This is a major contribution that the Mi'kmaq made to all of society

Mi’kmaq Medicine When tuberculosis and smallpox were a threat to the Mi'kmaq people, it has been said that those who had a kettle of gigoesosg or pagosi steeping at all times in their homes often avoided these diseases.

Today’s Assignment You will work individually on a computer for one period and find as many forms of Aboriginal medicines as you can – a minimum of 12 Provide the name of the herb/plant, what it is used for and what the equivalent treatment might be if it were an prescribed or over-the-counter drug. WORKSHEET We will be discussing these as a group after class so be prepared to share your answers!!