Summary

A 2017 NPR article highlights that about a quarter of Native Americans report experiencing discrimination in healthcare settings. This mistreatment leads many to avoid seeking medical care, exacerbating health disparities. Factors such as cultural misunderstandings, inadequate representation, and systemic biases contribute to feelings of invisibility among Native American patients within the U.S. healthcare system. The article underscores the need for increased cultural competence and systemic reforms to address these issues