Eight indigenous languages of Latin America — including Akateko, K’iche’, Mam, and Navajo — are spoken by millions yet often overlooked. This article explores their rich histories and why access to interpreters is so vital for indigenous speakers living in the U.S.
Seattle Children’s Hospital recently implemented innovative strategies to increase the use of interpreter services in their pediatric intensive care unit (PICU). Here’s how other hospitals can employ similar strategies to bridge language gaps, reduce health disparities, and improve outcomes for non-English-speaking patients.
