‘This is my second chance at life’: Grad rediscovers Indigenous roots, becomes first in her family to earn a degree

Master of Health Studies grad Kethra Stewart hit rock bottom in her 20s. Today, she’s an Indigenous scholar, musician, triathlete, and role model to her daughter.

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Dr. Lana Ray is working with Indigenous communities to revitalize Traditional Indigenous Health Systems to reduce non-communicable diseases.

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‘This is my second chance at life’: Grad rediscovers Indigenous roots, becomes first in her family to earn a degree

‘This is my second chance at life’: Grad rediscovers Indigenous roots, becomes first in her family to earn a degree

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