Healthcare for Humans: Rose Cano on Immigration, Grief, and Real Care

Episode 78 The Interpreter Who Sees Everything: Rose Cano on
Immigration, Grief, and Real Care On this episode host Raj Sundar
explores how immigration status profoundly impacts healthcare
access, from barriers to benefits and financial assistance, to the
psychological toll experienced by patients and families navigating
fears of deportation. They discuss mental health stigma within
Spanish-speaking communities, challenges with behavioral health
access, and how cultural concepts like susto and diapression
intersect with chronic illness management. They share stories
illustrating the power of validation, trust-building, and
prioritizing patient agendas over rigid clinical checklists, while
also confronting systemic constraints like limited appointment time
and the importance of eye contact and genuine human connection in
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