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Abstract
In the United States, African American (AA) men disproportionately experience kidney failure, representing 16.6% of all cases in 2018-more than double their percentage in the general population. This significant health disparity arises from socioeconomic factors, access issues, and higher disease prevalence. The article highlights the importance of adopting a patient-centered and culturally competent approach to improve health outcomes for AA men with kidney disease. It advocates for ongoing research and educational efforts to enhance cultural competence in healthcare settings. By exploring current practices and the benefits of culturally informed training, the article underscores the crucial role of cultural competence in advancing healthcare equity. It calls for healthcare institutions to not just adopt, but actively implement, patient-centered and culturally sensitive care models, promoting social justice and better health outcomes for all.
在美国，非裔美国人（AA）男性出现肾衰竭的比例过高，2018 年占所有病例的 16.6%，是普通人群的两倍多。这一重大的健康差异源于社会经济因素、就医问题和较高的疾病患病率。文章强调了采用以患者为中心、具有文化适应性的方法来改善患有肾病的 AA 族男性的健康状况的重要性。文章提倡持续开展研究和教育工作，以提高医疗机构的文化素养。通过探讨当前的做法和文化知识培训的益处，文章强调了文化能力在促进医疗保健公平方面的关键作用。文章呼吁医疗机构不仅要采用，而且要积极实施以患者为中心、对文化敏感的医疗模式，促进社会公正，为所有人带来更好的健康结果。
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Social Work in Public Health (recently re-titled from the Journal of Health & Social Policy to better reflect its focus) provides a much-needed forum for social workers and those in health and health-related professions. This crucial journal focuses on all aspects of policy and social and health care considerations in policy-related matters, including its development, formulation, implementation, evaluation, review, and revision. By blending conceptual and practical considerations, Social Work in Public Health enables authors from many disciplines to examine health and social policy issues, concerns, and questions.
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