Health Issues in the Latino CommunitySweeping in scope, Health Issues in the Latino Community identifies and offers an in-depth examination of the most critical health issues that affect Latino's health and health care within the United States. This resource offers a comprehensive approach that informs and promotes the advancement of the practice, program planning, research, and public policy to improve health care of all Latino citizens. |
Contents
Beyond Demographic Determinism | 3 |
Latino Health Status | 23 |
The Role of Insurance Managed Care | 55 |
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Health Issues in the Latino Community Marilyn Aguirre-Molina,Carlos W. Molina,Ruth Enid Zambrana Limited preview - 2002 |
Health Issues in the Latino Community Marilyn Aguirre-Molina,Carlos W. Molina,Ruth Enid Zambrana No preview available - 2002 |
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