Preventive Care and Management of Chronic Diseases in Immigrant Adults.

Prim Care

Community Internal Medicine, Mayo Clinic, 200 First Street Southwest, Rochester, MN 55905, USA.

Published: March 2021

Immigrants may have variable access to chronic disease screening and treatment in their countries of origin and host country, often limited by their immigration status. Immigrants face barriers to chronic disease management and preventive care, including health insurance access, linguistic challenges, lack of culturally sensitive care, limited records, and acculturation. Health care providers should prioritize chronic disease screening and follow up regularly to encourage preventive care and self-management of chronic disease.

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http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.pop.2020.09.006DOI Listing

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