Defining Cultural Competence: A Practical Framework for Addressing Racial/Ethnic Disparities in Health and Health Care
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_Defining Cultural Competence: A Practical Framework for Addressing Racial/Ethnic Disparities in Health and Health Care_ by Joseph R. Betancourt, MD, MPH et al. Based on review of the relevant literature, the authors develop a definition of cultural competence, identify key components for intervention, and describe a practical framework for implementation of measures to address racial/ethnic disparities in health and health care. Socio-cultural barriers are reviewed along with efforts to address barriers.
