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May 1, 2010 | Journal Article
This article describes a continuing medical education program designed to improve physicians? ability to effectively communicate about cancer risks with patients with low-health literacy.
January 1, 2010 | Journal Article
This study surveyed a national sample of primary care physicians to determine their attitudes, knowledge and practices regarding organ donation.
May 11, 2009 | Program Result
Researchers at the University of California, Davis, conducted in-depth interviews with Mexican and Vietnamese immigrants to understand their views and experiences of cultural barriers in health care in the U.S.
December 2, 2003 | Journal Article
Health Care Quality Survey found evidence that African-American patients visiting white physicians report less participation in decision making, lower levels of trust and lower levels of satisfaction with their health care.
July 1, 2007 | Journal Article
This article assessed whether primary care physicians routinely discuss prostate cancer screening with their patients, and explored the barriers to and facilitators of these discussions.
April 1, 2007 | Program Result
The Center for Public Service Communications held two meetings to discuss ways to improve access to culturally and linguistically appropriate health care information among refugee and immigrant communities.
May 1, 2012 | Journal Article
Limited health literacy is associated with misunderstandings about cancer susceptibility and benefits of early detection and low adherence to cancer screening.
May 5, 2011 | Journal Article
Stigma around depression affects Latino's interest in seeking treatment.
June 27, 2011 | Program Result
Fresh Ideas was a targeted solicitation for proposals that aimed to give immigrants and refugees the tools and support they need to improve and maintain their own health.
National Program
To improve access to quality health care for Latinos with limited English proficiency through the use of cost-effective interpretation and translation services.