ASEM documentary overview
Official Canadian Paediatric Society document (2023) on “Access to appropriate interpretation is essential for the health of children”. With 20% of Canadians reporting a mother tongue other than English or French, it is not uncommon for health professionals and patients to be proficient in different languages. When a physician and patient cannot properly communicate, there is potential for misunderstanding, which can lead to poor clinical outcomes and hospital readmission. Professional interpretation services are associated with improved communicatio.
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