1. Describe the ethnic minority group selected. Describe the current health status of this group and how do race and ethnicity influence health for this group?

The ethnic minority group selected is Hispanic/Latino Americans. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), there are 59 million Hispanics/Latinos in the United States, making up 18% of the total population. The health status of this group is generally good when compared to other ethnic groups as nearly seven out of ten Hispanics/Latinos report that their health is excellent or very good. However, racial and ethnic disparities still exist among Hispanic/Latino Americans for certain diseases, such as diabetes and heart disease, which are more likely to affect them than non-Hispanic whites.

Health disparities that persist among Hispanic/Latino Americans include higher mortality rates from several conditions including cervical cancer, stroke, heart disease, chronic lower respiratory diseases and diabetes mellitus; greater prevalence of mental health issues such as depression; decreased access to quality healthcare due to lack of insurance coverage; language barriers; and limited economic resources leading to inadequate nutrition with consequent poorer dietary habits. Nutritional challenges also stem from beliefs about traditional foods being healthier than modern processed foods combined with poor food security – 11% experience low food security – leading to diets lacking in range or quantity but often high in sugar and fat content which can lead to obesity-related illnesses.

Barriers resulting from culture include a preference for alternative medicine over science-based treatments; reduced use of preventive care due primarily to family responsibilities taking precedence over individual care needs; reliance on nuclear families instead on community support systems reducing social participation opportunities and sense of collective identity affecting access both physical and virtual services by circumscribing geographic mobility options outside strictly defined networks ; cultural taboos dissuading medical staff responses that may be deemed intrusive;; narrow views on gender roles further limiting expression by female members within the family unit consequently requiring extra effort from health providers attempting engagement . Social determinants embedded in structural racism manifest through income inequality producing disproportionate effects across barrios exhibiting deep forms poverty exposing individuals disproportionally risk factors e g increased exposure environmental toxins food deserts etc Socioeconomic constructs interplay educational attainment employability adversely affecting healthcare utilization examples preconceived notions patient role relative importance self-care illiteracy rudimentary comprehension delivery patient education materials concomitant reluctance ask questions thereby hindering meaningful informed decision making affected capacity absorb complex info Sociopolitical institutionally instituted processes contribute inequities secure formidably difficult navigate undocumented citizens specifically policies exclude ineligible funding sources penalize foreign -born kin ties etc

Health promotion activities practiced by this population tend towards healthy eating plans that embrace cultural influences like incorporating Latin American favorites into meals while maintaining nutritional balance along exercises grounded discipline respect tradition .. spiritual belief foundations framed strict adherence religious teachings incorpporated daily routines

An approach using Three Levels Health Promotion Prevention likely effective Care Plan consider unique needs select minority targetedPrimary prevention essential step erasing disparities initiate programs promote well -being proactively foster understanding personal responsibility eg immunizations reduce contraction communicable diseases encourage screenings detect treat early related chronic conditions example create public awareness campaigns inform public perils smoking tobacco productssecondary strategies focus providing learners curriculum prevent illness preemptive strikes minimize occurrences key illnesses example targeting young female teens teach ways prevent cervical cancer tertiary interventions comprise managing existing conditions reinforcing optimal outcomes completing age appropriate exams stay ahead disabling manifestations implement symptom management therapies curb progression condition example aging hypertensive patients follow sophisticated regimens maintain adequate blood pressure levels protect organ damage long term consequences

Cultural beliefs practices considered creating Care Plan prioritize culturally competent theories models ensure provide best possible service idiosyncratic norms integrate interpersonal communication empathize patient’s lived experiences facilitate relationship trust explore innovative methods allow autonomy facilitate dialogue exchange ideas assess differences accommodations needed recommended plan Research evidence based theoretical approaches Schimdt & Brown’s Intercultural Sensitivity Model CITE provide framework facilitating open nondiscriminatory dialogues between provider patient respectful dteregitative manner identify values thoughts interests.