week 4 discussion peer response – 4355

Week 4 – Discussion – Cultural Assessment

What Hispanic and migrant health services are available in your community, and what services are missing? What are the most common health problems for women and men in your county, and how do cultural factors influence healthcare needs and available community resources for women and men?

Feb 10 7:47pm

Reply from Calli R Neyra

In Caddo Mills and the surrounding area of Hunt County, Hispanic and migrant residents generally rely on county-level or nearby city services rather than programs located directly in town. Available resources include basic public health services, such as immunizations and communicable disease screening, and limited maternalchild health services provided by county or regional providers. These services support prevention and early intervention, which Stanhope and Lancaster (2018) identify as essential functions of community and public health nursing.

However, large gaps remain. Caddo Mills lacks dedicated migrant-focused clinics, mobile health units, and consistent bilingual outreach, all of which are evidence-based strategies to improve access for underserved populations (Stanhope & Lancaster, 2018). Transportation barriers and limited health literacy further restrict access to preventive and chronic care services.

Common health problems in Hunt County mirror those in many rural Texas communities. Heart disease, cancer, diabetes, obesity, and substance use disorders affect both women and men. Women often experience challenges related to prenatal care access, reproductive health, and preventive screenings, while men more frequently present with cardiovascular disease, injuries, and substance-related conditions. According to Stanhope and Lancaster (2018), these patterns are strongly influenced by social determinants of health, including income, education, and access to care.

Cultural factors also shape healthcare use. Hispanic cultural values, such as familism, encourage family involvement in health decisions, while modesty may influence womens comfort with preventive exams. Men may delay care due to cultural norms around self-reliance. Community health nurses, if present, play a key role in addressing these influences by advocating for culturally sensitive, bilingual, and community-based services that better meet the needs of both women and men (Stanhope & Lancaster, 2018).

Reference

Stanhope, M., & Lancaster, J. (2018). Foundations for population health in community/public health nursing (5th ed.). Mosby.

Welcome to Hunt County, Texas | Health Department. (n.d.). Www.huntcounty.net. https://www.huntcounty.net/page/hunt.health

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