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Undocumented Immigrants in the U.S. Health Care System: A Study of Latinos in Oregon
Health care and immigration in the United States are complex and
controversial topics. Undocumented immigrants have to overcome numerous
barriers in order to gain access to health care services. This study examines the
personal experiences of undocumented immigrants in Oregon and how they
sought out care and overcame these barriers. Seven in-depth interviews were
conducted and then analyzed for thematic content. Results supported previous
research that identified five types of barriers undocumented immigrants
commonly face; structural, nonstructural, systemic, cultural and linguistic. Over
time improvements have been made to help make care more accessible. For
example, there are an increasing number of interpreters and/or bilingual and
bicultural staff and state programs have been designed to help decrease the
number of uninsured. However, systemic changes, along with increased health
education and more culturally competent care, will be critical components to
address, in order to improve health care for undocumented immigrants in the
United States