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May 13, 2011 | Program Results Report
Project staff worked with a design team to create and test a set of universal graphic symbols to help people with limited proficiency in English find their way around health care facilities.
May 1, 2011 | Journal Article
This article examines how language and income interact with treatment of Type II diabetes in a large managed-care trial. Previous research has shown that minorities and low-socioeconomic status individuals have more poorly controlled blood sugar levels than White Americans.
June 4, 2008 | Toolkit
Research demonstrates that the use of unqualified individuals can result in increased medical errors.
June 4, 2008 | Toolkit
The presence of a readily accessible, qualified language services workforce is necessary for a high-quality program.
June 4, 2008 | Toolkit
Select Findings from the Literature
March 1, 2007 | Toolkit
The presence of a readily accessible, qualified language services workforce is necessary for a high-quality program.
January 23, 2009 | Program Results Report
Radio Bilingue produced a body of health programming and developed a strategic plan for creating a health desk to expand its health focus.
February 1, 2003 | Program Results Report
The National Alliance for Hispanic Health monitored and informed health professional associations and community-based organizations about implementation of a presidential order on the provision of services to people with limited English proficiency.
May 1, 2008 | Report
This report highlights the experiences of the 10 hospitals participating in the Speaking Together program, showcasing the proven practices that were implemented to improve language services at the health care institutions.
June 4, 2008 | Toolkit
A successful language services program begins with a strong foundation.