‘Developing cultural competence is an ongoing journey’

The Importance of Cultural Humility in Healthcare

America is one of the most culturally diverse countries in the world. In addition to racial and ethnic diversity, more than 350 languages are spoken in the U.S. In fact, 1 in 5 people speak a language other than English at home, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.But for some people, cultural diversity means important health information can get lost in translation. Research shows that cultural barriers and language play a big role in misinforma…

‘Developing cultural competence is an ongoing journey’

Juliet Esiri Oyemomi discusses the importance of understanding cultural differences and providing culturally competent care.