Multicultural Health

An Essential Text for Understanding Health Equity Challenges in Health Services Delivery!
This comprehensive resource explores how social, cultural, and structural forces shape health disparities in the US. Grounded in key frameworks, including the social ecological model, cultural and structural competency, and intersectionality, it examines how identity, lived experience, and systemic inequities influence health outcomes. With a strong focus on underserved or marginalized communities, it prepares students and professionals to understand diverse patient populations and deliver culturally responsive, equity-driven care across public health and healthcare settings. Know, use and test your understanding of course content with CourseConnect-an interactive learning platform included with your print purchase.
Key Features:
- Comprehensive guide to understanding the positive impact that cultural competency, cultural humility and lived experience contribute to providing quality health and healthcare services
- Understand real-world challenges and systemic barriers to achieving optimal health to address disparities faced by diverse populations in the US
- Engage with compelling case examples and thought-provoking discussion questions
- Gain unique insights from leading experts, practitioners, and community voices
- Instructor Resources include an Instructor's Manual, PowerPoint slides, a Test Bank, and more
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