Hispanics are the largest minority group in the USA. They contribute to the economy, cultural diversity, and health of the nation. Assessing our health status and health needs is key to inform health policy formulation and program implementation. Implementation of the Affordable Care Act has resulted in improved access to health services for many Hispanics, but challenges remain due to limited cultural sensitivity, health literacy, lowest health insurance coverage, and a shortage of Hispanic health care providers. Acculturation barriers and underinsured or uninsured status remain as major obstacles to health care access. Recommendations focus on the adoption of the Health in All Policies framework, expanding access to health care, developing cultural sensitivity in the health care workforce, ensuring participation of Hispanic/Latinx communities, and generating and disseminating research findings on Hispanic health. .
- Topic(s): Justice
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