Embracing Complexity: Fostering Latinx Health Equity with Cultural Awareness
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social determinants of health, social impact, Latinx wellbeing, health equity, cultural awarenessAbstract
In this article, I delve into the unique aspects of the Latinx community in the US and Puerto Rico, emphasizing the significance of social determinants of health (SDOH). As a Colombian American immigrant, I highlight the need to expand SDOH frameworks beyond traditional boundaries, accounting for cultural dynamics, immigration effects, and shared narratives. Drawing from my collaboration with a national foundation client, I highlight the importance of their work to develop a Latinx Child and Family Wellbeing framework, integrating elements such as family unification and immigration narratives. This article underscores the importance of strategies that are comprehensive and tailored to strive for genuine health equity for the Latinx community.
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