National Latino and Latina Physician Day

Summary#

The resolution supports designating October 1 as National Latino and Latina Physician Day. It also supports increasing the number of Latino and Latina physicians and diversity in medicine.

What it means for you#

The resolution recognizes a day to raise awareness of Latino and Latina physicians. It does not propose specific programs or services.

Expenses#

No publicly available information.

Proponents' View#

The resolution states that Latino and Latina communities face barriers to medical care and that greater physician diversity can improve care and health outcomes.

Opponents' View#

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