Health Disparities & Language Access in the U.S.

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Length:  52 minutes
Description: Based on findings from her ongoing research, Maria Moreno presents ways in which health disparities in the United States can be minimized. Language accommodation mandates and immigrant civil rights are discussed, as well and best practices including technology and staffing. This activity is language neutral (presented in English) and is appropriate for both novice and experienced interpreters.
Learning Objectives:
  1. To define "disparity" with regard to language access.
  2. To recognize who is affected by healthcare disparities.
  3. To understand who the stakeholders are in assuring language access.
Expert: Maria Moreno, MPH
Bio: Maria Moreno is a bilingual (English/Spanish) principal investigator for health research focused on improving patient outcomes. She earned a Masters in Public Health from Columbia University after receiving a Bachelors degree in Community Health & Preventive Medicine at Brown University. She works at Sutter Health in the San Francisco Bay Area where she conducts research about interpreting services and other language access issues.
Approved CEUs: ATA=1.000, CCHI=0.750, IMIA=0.000, WA-DSHS=0.000, RID=0.100 PS*
*Sign language interpreters requiring RID credit, must CLICK HERE to complete PINRA form BEFORE taking this activity.
Instructions: Watch the entire video, then the quiz will appear. The video player will not allow you to fast forward on the first viewing. However, you may rewind to review content. You must pass the quiz to receive a certificate of completion and earn continuing education credit. You can view your credits and download your certificates in the Learner Log.

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