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Course Code

LDR

Course Number

3905

Faculty/Instructor

Donna Mercado

Abstract, Summary, or Creative Statement

Individuals who seek treatment for hearing loss and hearing disorders are disproportionately white as opposed to people of color. Hispanic individuals are one of the minorities who are often overlooked in audiological care due to their race. Barriers to Hispanic hearing healthcare include limitations such as cost of care, coverage by insurance, and Hispanic attitudes surrounding hearing disabilities.

Keywords

hispanic; audiology; healthcare; disparities

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Barriers to hearing healthcare in the Hispanic population

Individuals who seek treatment for hearing loss and hearing disorders are disproportionately white as opposed to people of color. Hispanic individuals are one of the minorities who are often overlooked in audiological care due to their race. Barriers to Hispanic hearing healthcare include limitations such as cost of care, coverage by insurance, and Hispanic attitudes surrounding hearing disabilities.

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