Disease Prevention in Immigrants

Running head: DISEASE PREVENTION IN IMMIGRANTS
DISEASE PREVENTION IN IMMIGRANTS
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1DISEASE PREVENTION IN IMMIGRANTS
The clinical problem has been focused on exceeding lifestyle disorder is an
escalating concern for people in United States. Here the leading causes are high cholesterol
diet, heavy smoking, heavy drinking, stress and genetic predisposition of the people which
cause Hypertension, Obesity, increases risk of stroke and diabetes (Kokubo et al., 2014). The
racial differences among people can also affect differently and the risk of cardiovascular
diseases are at risk as well. In a survey it was reported that from 2009 to 2011, there was
prevalence of hypertension about 29.1%. However, the awareness of treatment about the
control of hypertension was lower among Hispanics and non-Hispanic Asians (Nwankwo et
al., 2013).
The main research interest in this clinical problem is that there is a cross
communication barrier amongst immigrants especially of Asian and Hispanic origin. They
are mostly not aware of the schemes and benefits offered by the government of United States
of America (Taylor, Nicolle & Maguire, 2013). Effective communication is an important part
when it comes to healthcare professionals for appropriate health promotion and better
diagnosis. It is very tough for people who are not well adept with English language skills and
they might have limitations conveying their problems. There are racial disparities in health
due to the cultural competence and there are all socio cultural barriers which are there in
clinical, organisational and structural levels.
In relevance with current society, it can be noticed that the cross cultural
communication gap specifically in underprivileged communities of Asian backgrounds needs
immediate attention to cope up with the rising lifestyle and health disorders. In United States
healthcare is an extremely crucial concern and it is very expensive in nature due to various
administrative costs and drug costs. Though Affordable Care Act of 2010 has brought
promising administrative support, it is still complex in its implementation on enrolling the