Which of the following provides evidence for Mora’s position that there are aspects within the culture that can provide protection for immigrants’ health? (RI.1)

Question

“However, new studies that have focused on the health of Latinos are giving us a new understanding of the health and health care needs of Latinos.”

“We can maintain some of our traditions...we can listen to our abuelos y abuelas to learn about how they lived and stayed healthy, and we can advocate for safer, cleaner neighborhoods.”

“In Los Angeles, community residents in some of the poorest neighborhoods organized community clean-up efforts.”

“Latinos are more likely to receive health care in a hospital emergency room and are less likely than whites to have a regular health care provider.”

Answer 1

The statement that provides evidence for Mora’s position that there are aspects within the culture that can provide protection for immigrants’ health is:

“We can maintain some of our traditions...we can listen to our abuelos y abuelas to learn about how they lived and stayed healthy, and we can advocate for safer, cleaner neighborhoods.”

This statement highlights the importance of maintaining cultural traditions and the wisdom passed down from previous generations, suggesting that these aspects can contribute positively to health and well-being for immigrants.