This Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Fidelis Care recognizes and celebrates the achievements and contributions of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders. Fidelis Care talked with Sales and Marketing Manager Wai Man Lam, who reflects upon her heritage:
Fidelis Care: What does Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Heritage Month mean to you?
Wai Man Lam: As a Chinese American, I am happy to pass on my culture to the younger generation and stay connected to my roots through that culture, tradition, and history. All of this brings diversity to the communities in which we live and contribute.
This Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Fidelis Care celebrates the achievements and contributions of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders, especially in the healthcare field. Fidelis Care talked with Buffalo Medical Care physician, Dr. Fahim Tazwar, about his experience and how he works to improve health literacy and outcomes within this community.
Fidelis Care: What does it mean to you to be an Asian American provider?
Dr. Tazwar: It is a privilege to be an Asian American physician and have the opportunity to serve my community. Being fluent in Bengali and Hindi, I can communicate with patients more
2024/5/1
• Posted by Davy G. Diongson, Fidelis Care Quality Improvement Director*
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In celebration of Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Fidelis Care is honored to recognize the achievements and contributions of this diverse community. This month is a time to reflect upon how our commitment to providing quality services goes beyond just healthcare coverage. It is about enhancing health literacy and delivering culturally sensitive experiences tailored to every individual we serve.
When it comes to health literacy in Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander communities, Fidelis Care has identified several significant barriers. One of the most prominent challenges is the language barrier. Resources like our Language Line for calls, and
為了慶祝今年四月的全國少數族裔健康月，Fidelis Care 正在提高人們對少數族裔面臨的健康差異的認識。 根據美國疾病管制與預防中心(CDC) 的數據，美國各地的種族和族裔群體在多種健康狀況下的盛行率和死亡率都較高，包括糖尿病、高血壓、肥胖、氣喘和心臟病。
2024/3/25
• Posted by Andrea Hurley-Lynch, LMSW, Fidelis Care HARP Clinical Director
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當我在這個女性歷史月反思我的人生旅程時，我注意到幾位影響了我職業道路的女性。 我很幸運有一位支持我的母親、兩位祖母和阿姨，她們都以工作和照顧家人為榮。
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