The Xakriabá population in Minas Gerais, Brazil: Demographic, political, social and economical aspects

Authors

  • João Luiz Pena Universidade Federal de Ouro Preto
  • Leo Heller Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais
  • Cláudio Santiago Dias Júnior Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais

Keywords:

Indigenous demography, Mortality, Life expectancy, Xakriabá

Abstract

This paper presents a demographic characterization of the Xakriabá people and a description of political, social and economical aspects related to this population (2000-2003). Comparisons of these data with the overall Indian and Brazilian populations are also made. The information used here indicated high levels of mortality, above Brazilian levels nation-wide. It also shows high rates of infant mortality, especially among children under one year of age. Studies aimed at understanding the reality of these specific people are relevant because they can contribute to the promotion of health equity in this population and their overall well-being.

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Published

2009-08-03

How to Cite

Pena, J. L., Heller, L., & Dias Júnior, C. S. (2009). The Xakriabá population in Minas Gerais, Brazil: Demographic, political, social and economical aspects. Brazilian Journal of Population Studies, 26(1), 51–59. Retrieved from https://rebep.org.br/revista/article/view/146

Issue

Vol. 26 No. 1 (2009)

Section

Original Articles

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