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. 2002 Apr;92(4):516-9.
doi: 10.2105/ajph.92.4.516.

Moving forward: addressing the health of Asian American and Pacific Islander women

Marguerite Ro  1
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Moving forward: addressing the health of Asian American and Pacific Islander women

Marguerite Ro. Am J Public Health. 2002 Apr.

Abstract

Little is known about the health of Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) women, a rapidly growing population marked by diverse sociodemographic characteristics, health needs, and access to and use of health services. This commentary provides broad recommendations for research, program development, and policy development based on the first-ever White House Initiative report on AAPIs. These recommendations address the issues of data, access, civil rights, community capacity, and the need to recognize ethnic subgroups among the AAPI population. Reflecting on the events of the past year, the recommendations provide direction for public health to address the health and well-being of AAPI women.

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