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12/04/2019

Finding the meaning in the numbers: a mixed-methods evaluation of a latent tuberculosis infection testing and treatment program

The Institute for Community Health was the evaluator for a demonstration project at a Massachusetts community health center that aimed to increase testing and treatment for latent tuberculosis infection (LTBI)…

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10/24/2019

Implementing an electronic system to screen and actively refer to community based agencies for food insecurity in primary care

Key takeaways: Social needs screening in primary care at safety net institutions is feasible, and is also acceptable to primary care staff. Referring patients with food insecurity to a community-based…

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07/04/2019

Implications of Changing Public Charge Immigration Rules for Children Who Need Medical Care

Importance In October 2018, the Trump administration published a proposed rule change that would increase the chance of an immigrant being deemed a “public charge” and thereby denied legal permanent residency…

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06/20/2019

Language Access QI Tools for Safe Communication with LEP Patients

Patients with Limited English Proficiency (LEP) face communication barriers that can have adverse effects on safety and quality of care. Language access data collection and analysis is necessary to identify…

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06/05/2019

Care For America’s Elderly And Disabled People Relies On Immigrant Labor

As the US wrestles with immigration policy and caring for an aging population, data on immigrants’ role as health care and long-term care workers can inform both debates. Previous studies…

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05/03/2019

Reducing the Use of ad hoc Interpreters at a Safety-Net Health Care System

Background Providing effective communication assistance is critical to ensuring that patients with limited English proficiency (LEP) receive safe and high-quality health care services. Health care providers often use ad hoc interpreters…

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Finding the meaning in the numbers: a mixed-methods evaluation of a latent tuberculosis infection testing and treatment program

Implementing an electronic system to screen and actively refer to community based agencies for food insecurity in primary care

Implications of Changing Public Charge Immigration Rules for Children Who Need Medical Care

Language Access QI Tools for Safe Communication with LEP Patients

Care For America’s Elderly And Disabled People Relies On Immigrant Labor

Reducing the Use of ad hoc Interpreters at a Safety-Net Health Care System

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