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Problem

Aboriginal health is defined as "not just the physical well-being of an individual but ... the social, emotional and cultural well-being of the whole Community in which each individual is able to achieve their full potential as a human being, thereby bringing about the total well-being of their Community. It is a whole-of-life view and includes the cyclical concept of life-death-life." (National Aboriginal Health Strategy, 1989).

In relation to the above definition of health, articulate how cultural identity influences the health equity of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people of Australia.Within discussion, reflect how perspective and sharing insights into how your understanding of the experiences of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples has evolved. Please include about acknowledgement of the country, terminology used for them, their historical and current perspectives, aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples health and well-being, their cultural safety journey, health services for them, indigenous gender health perspective, their connection to land and traditions, social and emotional wellbeing, birthing on country, running together and caring for elders. Discuss understanding of how cultural identity and understanding influence health equity of Indigenous people of Australia Please write a reflective essay on this.