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Hispanic and Latino Health Disparities
For Hispanic and Latinos in the U.S., health disparities impact quality of life, longevity, economic opportunities, and create health care biases.
The 2020 Census Bureau estimates there are roughly 62.1 million Hispanics in the United States, making up 19% of the nation’s population.1 Hispanics and Latinos include people of Cuban, Mexican, Puerto Rican, and South and Central American descent, as well as those of other Spanish cultures and races.2 Language and religion are often the only commonalities among the various Hispanic and Latino subgroups.
Hispanic and Latino Health Disparities
The Hispanic and Latino population experiences significant health disparities with:
- Chronic conditions
- Access to health care
- Preventive screenings
- Mental health
- Cancer
Learn more about Hispanic and Latino health disparities [PDF]
Resources for Hispanics and Latinos with Diabetes
The following resources provide population facts, cultural insights, and potential solutions to help reduce Hispanic and Latino health disparities.
How Providers Can Help Support Hispanic and Latino Patients with Diabetes
Medical Director Dr. Muñoz-Mantilla shares startling statistics regarding risk factors that impact the incidence and treatment of Hispanics and Latinos with diabetes. (Length 01:52)
How Providers Can Help Support Hispanic and Latino Patients with Diabetes
Diabetes Support in the Hispanic and Latino Communities
Medical Director Dr. Muñoz-Mantilla encourages Hispanic and Latino customers to seek preventative care. (Length 0:55)
Diabetes Support in the Hispanic and Latino Communities
Modules to Guide Diabetes Management
Module 1: An Overview [PDF]
Module 2: Four Case Studies [PDF]
1 Who is Hispanic? Pew Research Center, September 2021, https://www.pewresearch.org/fact-tank/2021/09/23/who-is-hispanic/
2 About the Hispanic Population and its Origin, census.gov, accessed June 8, 2022
3 About 6 million U.S. adults identify as Afro-Latino, Pew Research Center, May 2022, https://www.pewresearch.org/fact-tank/2022/05/02/about-6-million-u-s-adults-identify-as-afro-latino/
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