Health care and seniors. Ethnic, racial, and cultural dimensions

The profiles of Canadian seniors are changing. Racial, cultural, and social context is becoming increasingly important in the health care of seniors. This article discusses the interactions between physicians and seniors affected by ethnocultural variables and suggests a framework for cross-cultural...

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Published in:Canadian family physician 1994-03, Vol.40, p.498-504
Main Authors: Masi, R, Disman, M
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Acculturation
Activities of Daily Living
Aged
Canada
Communication Barriers
Cultural Characteristics
Ethnic Groups
Ethnicity
Health care
Health Services for the Aged - organization & administration
Humans
Mental Health
Patient Education as Topic
Physician patient relationships
Physician-Patient Relations
Physicians, Family - psychology
Prejudice
Senior citizens
Socioeconomic Factors
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Summary:The profiles of Canadian seniors are changing. Racial, cultural, and social context is becoming increasingly important in the health care of seniors. This article discusses the interactions between physicians and seniors affected by ethnocultural variables and suggests a framework for cross-cultural care.
ISSN:0008-350X
1715-5258