Which evidence shows a connection between the first claim that Latinos immigrate to America in better health and the second claim that Latinos need to look to their tradition and culture to better their health in America? (RI.3)

Question

“The longer Latino immigrants live in the country, the greater risk there is to their health due to increases in alcohol and drug use, smoking, poor diets, and less physical activity…”

“Latina mothers have relatively low infant mortality rates (children of Latinas are less likely to die at birth) compared to whites.”

“Latinos have higher death rates related to diabetes, HIV-AIDS, alcohol-related cirrhosis of the liver, and homicide compared to whites;”

“It is difficult to answer this question because one: Latinos are a diverse population of cultural groups with different histories and cultural practices that influence health, and two: health researchers until recently did not include Latinos in their studies...”

Answer 1

The best evidence that shows a connection between the first claim that Latinos immigrate to America in better health and the second claim that Latinos need to look to their tradition and culture to better their health in America is the statement:

“It is difficult to answer this question because one: Latinos are a diverse population of cultural groups with different histories and cultural practices that influence health, and two: health researchers until recently did not include Latinos in their studies...”

This evidence highlights the influence of cultural practices on health outcomes within the Latino population. It suggests that the unique cultural backgrounds and traditions of different Latino groups can contribute to their initial health upon arrival in the U.S. However, as they adapt to a different lifestyle in America, they may face health challenges, indicating that a return to traditional practices could play a key role in maintaining and improving their health as they navigate these challenges. This emphasizes the importance of cultural influences on health, linking both claims together.