Challenges confronting African Americans and Hispanics living with chronic illness in their families

Discussion Policymakers and clinicians should be aware that some African-American and Hispanic patients face obstacles within and beyond the health care system that are relevant to how they live with chronic conditions affecting their families. Additional tools and supports may need to be identified and supplied to effectively manage chronic illness in these communities. The payment system for physicians should account for the supplementary supports and services these patients might require.
Source: Chronic lllness - Category: Journals (General) Authors: Tags: Articles Source Type: research