| Author(s): | Monica Schoch-Spana; Ann Norwood; Nidhi Bouri; Kunal Rambhia |
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| Organization(s): | Center for BioSecurity—University of Pittsburgh Medical Center |
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| Year: |
2009 |
| Available at: | http://www.upmc-biosecurity.org/website/focus/2009_H1N1_updates/pdf/2009... |
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| Description: | This issue brief describes the concept of stigma within the context of the H1N1 (swine flu) outbreak. The brief discusses public health risks associated with the stigmatization of Mexican immigrants and Spanish-speaking individuals during the swine flu outbreak. Stigmatization encourages those who are stigmatize to “go underground” and avoid treatment, thus enabling to further spread the disease. Recommendations for reducing the stigma associated with Hispanic/Latino populations include forging visible partnerships with Hispanic/Latino community-based organizations and attending cultural events, such as Cinco De Mayo. |
| Language(s): | English |
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| Communities: | Hispanic or Latino; Mexican American; Undocumented Immigrant |
| Subtopic: | Organizational Supports Outbreaks |
| Target Audience: | Emergency Planners & Managers; Public Health Professionals; Government |
| Resource Type: | Organizational Protocol Policy Statement or Report |
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