People Living with Disabilities Health Equity, Health Disparities, and Health Literacy: Proceedings of a Workshop (2018) / Chapter Skim
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6 Reflections on the Day
6 Reflections on the Day
Pages 73-78
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In the same vein, she said communication is not hard science, but it is key to everything that will make the health care process work better. She also noted that the linguistic complications that are set to arise with the changing demographics of the United States are something the health care enterprise needs to plan for today.
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"Do not wait to find out if someone understands -- assume they do not understand," said Harris. "If you can take a universal precaution approach not only in the health care system but with one another, I think we could generalize many of the principles discussed today for all of us." Bernard Rosof said there is a need to continue to advocate for including people with disabilities in public health programs and services as well as in federal and state policies.
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Finally, he wondered how to get to the place where disability is not a health outcome but rather something that providers look for in all the individuals for whom they care. Pattie Tucker from the National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said she was enlightened about the complexity of the discussion about people living with disabilities, health disparities, and the challenges associated with health literacy and health equity.
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"I am a little optimistic," he said. "I feel that it might be done in an economical way that fits the cost curve, and I have some hope for the health care system to address health equity for this population." Christine Ramey said she has a deeper understanding of the need for community support for individuals living with disabilities.
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She also pointed out the importance of the family members and other caregivers for this population and the need to care for the caregivers. In addition to providing respite and support for caregivers, there is an opportunity for caregivers from a low-income background to gain skills that can create workforce development opportunities.
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