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Barriers To Pregnancy Health Care Perceived By The Hispanic Community In The Northern Midwest, Anna King May 2020

Barriers To Pregnancy Health Care Perceived By The Hispanic Community In The Northern Midwest, Anna King

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BACKGROUND:
This study explored the barriers to pregnancy health care experienced by Hispanic women. Research has shown that Hispanic patients are less likely to have adequate health insurance coverage compared to the white population in the United States and frequently face communication barriers in health care, as interpretive services are underutilized. These barriers may cause the Hispanic population to delay seeking health care and can lead to poor health outcomes. This is especially a problem in pregnancy health care, where prompt prenatal care is essential in ensuring a healthy pregnancy and positive health outcomes in both mother and baby.


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