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Machismo Attitudes Keep Hispanic Men From Going to the Doctor; National Hispanic Medical Association Calls for National Hispanic Health Policy That Address Cultural, Other Barriers at 7th Annual Conference in Washington March 21-23.

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| March 19, 2003 | COPYRIGHT 2009 PR Newswire Association LLC. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan. All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group. (Hide copyright information)Copyright

WASHINGTON -- WASHINGTON, March 19 /PRNewswire/ -- Poor health literacy and machismo are hazards to the health of Hispanic men, but innovative community programs can help overcome that, according to a report being presented March 21 at the 7th annual conference of the National Hispanic Medical Association (NHMA).

By addressing the cultural, linguistic and social barriers to good health, Latino men can be empowered to live healthier lives, as shown in one of many model programs that will be discussed at the conference of leading Hispanic health professionals.

"Model Hispanic Health Programs: Prevention, Treatment, Training and Research" is the focus of NHMA's conference…

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