Language

English

Publication Date

1-1-2024

Journal

American Journal of Lifestyle Medicine

DOI

10.1177/15598276231206079

PMID

39184279

PMCID

PMC11339760

PubMedCentral® Posted Date

10-25-2023

PubMedCentral® Full Text Version

Post-print

Abstract

Diversity within the United States continues to increase, making it imperative that health care providers understand the impact of cultural background on health behaviors and perceptions. These practices promote trusting patient-provider relationships, improve outcomes, and increase patient satisfaction. In this article, we discuss the 3 largest ethnic or racial minority groups in the United States, Hispanics, African Americans, and Asians, and the intersection of culture and health care through the lens of these distinct communities. We also offer behavioral recommendations to increase awareness and knowledge regarding vast cultural variations within our communities while embracing cultural humility.

Keywords

culture, minorities, cultural humility, diversity, shared decision-making

Published Open-Access

yes

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