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Glocal: Global Health Through Local Engagement

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Abstract Local efforts in global health are a rising area of focus as multigenerational immigrant communities continue to grow in the United States. Immigrant and refugee children are at risk… Click to show full abstract

Abstract Local efforts in global health are a rising area of focus as multigenerational immigrant communities continue to grow in the United States. Immigrant and refugee children are at risk for poor health outcomes due to environmental, social, economic, and individual factors that contribute to inequities in participation within the health care system. This case-based reflection brings to light specific manifestations of the aforementioned factors. Addressing these barriers will promote health equity and allow children, regardless of background, to reach their full potential.

Keywords: medicine; health; health local; global health; glocal global; local engagement

Journal Title: Clinical Pediatric Emergency Medicine
Year Published: 2019

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