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Background/Research Findings
- Hispanic children are not
getting the level of care afforded to other U.S. population
groups (Flores,122).
- The percentage of Hispanics, ages 19 to 35, receiving vaccinations, is well below
those of other population groups (Flores,123).
- Hispanics, ages 15 to 24, are
more likely to die as a result of HIV infection or homicide
than their counterparts in the overall population (Flores,
124).
- Language problems can result
in adverse health consequences for some children, including
poor medical care, misdiagnosis, and inappropriate medication
or hospitalization.
- Low family income is an
important independent risk factor among Latino children for
less than optimal health and utilization of health services.
Doctors and
Medical Staff Should Be Aware of the Following:
- Hispanic parents may not bring
their children in as a result of cultural differences.
- Hispanic parents often do not
bring in their children because of poverty and lack of
health insurance.
- Hispanic parents may not bring
in their children due to lack of transportation.
- Long waiting lines may cause
Hispanics to leave.
- Secretaries who do not speak
Spanish may discourage Hispanics from making an appointment.
- Mexican children may wear red
ribbons which are believed to ward off "evil
spirits" and these ribbons should not be removed unless
absolutely necessary. [Please note: All info on this page came
from contacts unless otherwise noted.]
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