Cross-Cultural Health Translation: Exploring Methodological and Digital Tools

Health translation is a critical yet underexplored research field in Translation Studies, with the empirical study and evaluation of health translations and the establishment of effective methods and models key to successful multicultural health communication and promotion. This book aims to fill a knowledge gap in current multicultural health research and presents opportunities to improve and enhance healthcare services through evidence-based health translation studies.

\n Format: Hardback
\n Length: 180 pages
\n Publication date: 19 June 2019
\n Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
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Health translation is a crucial yet under-explored area in Translation Studies, with significant implications for the development of multicultural health resources. High-quality health translation plays a vital role in facilitating effective cross-cultural communication and promotion of health. By conducting empirical studies and evaluating health translations, as well as establishing robust methods and models, we can unlock the potential for successful multicultural health communication.

This book aims to address a persistent knowledge gap in current multicultural health research, specifically focusing on culturally effective and user-oriented healthcare translation. The research presented within these chapters offers a valuable opportunity to enhance and improve current healthcare services by drawing upon empirical evidence-based health translation studies.

Health translation serves as a powerful intervention tool to engage with migrants who speak diverse languages, have diverse cultural backgrounds, and varying levels of health literacy. By recognizing the unique challenges and needs of this population, health translation can help bridge language barriers, promote understanding, and improve health outcomes.

This book is a valuable resource for scholars, researchers, and practitioners in the emerging field of healthcare translation. It provides a comprehensive exploration of culturally effective health translation methods, approaches, and models, as well as the development and evaluation of digital health translation resources and tools. The contributions made by the authors are insightful and original, making this book an essential read for anyone interested in advancing the field of healthcare translation.

\n Weight: 416g\n
Dimension: 240 x 161 x 17 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9780367150013\n \n