Abstract: Hispanic culture values family and community in healthcare practices. Traditional healing methods and cultural beliefs are deeply rooted in Hispanic culture and are often integrated with modern medicine. Globalization has also influenced Hispanic healthcare traditions and created a dynamic healthcare landscape. The cross-border interactions of the Hispanic population shape attitudes towards healthcare and impact access to healthcare services. There are popular and unique treatments in Hispanic culture, such as herbal remedies and spiritual rituals. Healthcare practices in Hispanic culture are shaped by traditional values and contemporary global perspectives. Healthcare professionals need to be culturally competent and understand the
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Family members are actively involved in health decisions, with elders offering guidance. This communal approach to healthcare promotes unity and supports overall well-being (Martinez et al., 2020). Traditional healing methods like herbal remedies and spiritual rituals are deeply rooted in Hispanic culture and are often sought alongside modern medical treatments. Healthcare providers are recognizing the importance of cultural competence and integrating traditional practices into Western medicine (Cruz et al., 2022). Globalization has influenced Hispanic healthcare traditions by introducing new ideas and technologies, creating a dynamic healthcare landscape (Funk & Lopez, 2022). By embracing these traditions, healthcare systems can become more inclusive and effective for diverse communities. Transnational Dynamics and Healthcare Attitudes The Hispanic community is a diverse and complex ethnic group made up of people from various Spanish-speaking countries. The cross-border interactions of this population, characterized by cross-border migration, cultural exchange, and economic ties between different nations, play an important role in shaping attitudes toward health care within this group. An important element of these cross-border exchanges is the influence of cultural beliefs and practices on attitudes toward health care. Research shows that many Hispanics maintain strong ties to their country of origin and retain traditional health beliefs and practices from their home culture (Gast et al., 2020). These beliefs may include the use of alternative medicine, reliance on family and community in health care decisions, and a preference for health care providers with the same cultural background. Additionally, the cross-national dynamics of the Hispanic population may impact access to health care services. For example, immigrants from Latin American
Family members are actively involved in health decisions, with elders offering guidance. This communal approach to healthcare promotes unity and supports overall well-being (Martinez et al., 2020). Traditional healing methods like herbal remedies and spiritual rituals are deeply rooted in Hispanic culture and are often sought alongside modern medical treatments. Healthcare providers are recognizing the importance of cultural competence and integrating traditional practices into Western medicine (Cruz et al., 2022). Globalization has influenced Hispanic healthcare traditions by introducing new ideas and technologies, creating a dynamic healthcare landscape (Funk & Lopez, 2022). By embracing these traditions, healthcare systems can become more inclusive and effective for diverse communities. Transnational Dynamics and Healthcare Attitudes The Hispanic community is a diverse and complex ethnic group made up of people from various Spanish-speaking countries. The cross-border interactions of this population, characterized by cross-border migration, cultural exchange, and economic ties between different nations, play an important role in shaping attitudes toward health care within this group. An important element of these cross-border exchanges is the influence of cultural beliefs and practices on attitudes toward health care. Research shows that many Hispanics maintain strong ties to their country of origin and retain traditional health beliefs and practices from their home culture (Gast et al., 2020). These beliefs may include the use of alternative medicine, reliance on family and community in health care decisions, and a preference for health care providers with the same cultural background. Additionally, the cross-national dynamics of the Hispanic population may impact access to health care services. For example, immigrants from Latin American