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Autism harder to diagnose in Latino children

Language barriers significantly contribute to delays in diagnosing Latino children with autism, a study published Aug. 19 in the […]

NBC Latino Dr. Elena Rios is much more than a doctor of internal medicine. She says ever since she was

Latinalista.com It’s difficult for many people to get motivated to exercise, but now they have a new friend to get

Describing it as a wonderful opportunity to combine the best of the agencies, three Hartford based organizations that offer health

By Karen Cortés Special to CTLatinoNews.com As autumn approaches, many families are exploring new child care options to accommodate changing

Could we be moving toward a society where many live to be 120 years old? Some experts believe life

Protesters have resorted to a hunger strike as a way to demand access to organ transplants for undocumented immigrants. More

As of early 2013, the American Cancer Society (ACS) declared cancer as the leading cause of death for Latinos in

Depression is as unpredictable as it is indiscriminate, it attacks in an unprecedented fashion without gender-bias or racial discrimination. To

Due to a traditional diet that is high in carbohydrates, fats and meats, many Latinos are at a higher

By Cara Kenefick CTLatinoNews.com The rate of Latinos diagnosed with melanoma, the deadliest form of skin cancer, is higher than

As modern medicine becomes more advanced, it also becomes more difficult for Latinos receiving care to understand the implications of