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Cultural barriers that affect the utilization of mental health care within the Hispanic immigrant community encompass issues such as stigma and the familiarity with Western mental health paradigms. Studies have illuminated a noteworthy association between societal stigma and the reduced inclination to seek mental health treatment among Hispanic ...
Many undocumented immigrants delay or do not get necessary health care, which is related to their barriers to health insurance coverage. [7]According to study conducted using data from the 2003 California Health Interview Survey, of the Mexicans and other Latinos surveyed, undocumented immigrants had the lowest rates of health insurance and healthcare usage and were the youngest in age overall ...
Hispanic health is often shaped by factors such as language/cultural barriers, lack of access to preventive care, the lack of health insurance, illegal immigration status, mistrust, and illiteracy. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has cited some of the leading causes of illness and death among Hispanics, which include heart ...
Immigrant health care is considered distinct from citizen health care, due to intersecting socioeconomic factors and health policies associated with immigration status. Disparities in health care usage, coverage, and quality are also observed, not only between immigrants and citizens but also among immigrant groups as well. [2]
For example, although cultural sensitivity training is increasingly a required component of medical education, immigrants have historically faced and continue to face discrimination in the health care system. [6] An added barrier to equitable access to health care comes as a result of many immigrants' limited English proficiency. [7]
Differences in cultural background and experience can mean that refugees may have different ideas about when to ask for care, assessing health concerns and associated treatment. [15] As a result, many refugees are less inclined to access care because the United States healthcare model may not align with their cultural beliefs or values. [11]
Now, 20 years later, many in the Canyon County Latino community said it’s time for the younger generation of Latino activists and community leaders to define the role of the cultural center.
Racial groups, especially when defined as minorities or ethnic groups, often face structural and cultural barriers to access healthcare services. The development of culturally and structurally competent services and research that meet the specific health care needs of racial groups is still in its infancy. [57]