3144.0: Monday, October 22, 2001 - 2:30 PM

Abstract #31886

Developing a research agenda for cultural competence in health care

Julia Puebla Fortier, Resources for Cross Cultural Health Care, London, England, N/A, rcchc@aol.com

Learning Objectives: 1. Define cultural competence and identify the national recommended standards released by HHS in early 2001. 2. Describe the nature and extent of the scientific evidence linking culturally and linguistically appropriate services to health impacts and outcomes.

Keywords: Cultural Competency, Research

Presenting author's disclosure statement:
Organization/institution whose products or services will be discussed: None
I do not have any significant financial interest/arrangement or affiliation with any organization/institution whose products or services are being discussed in this session.

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