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Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders in California

Location: California

Survey Population: Not Specified

Race: Non-Hispanic White, African-American/Black, Hispanic, Latino, American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian Indian, Chinese, Filipino, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, Native Hawaiian, Guamanian/Chamorro, Samoan, Laotian, Hmong

Age Group: Not Specified

Year of Publication: 2005

 ABSTRACT

Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPIs) are the fastest growing population in California. the AAPI population is remarkably diverse, encompassing nearly 5o disting ethnic groups. Factors such as immigrant status, language proficiency, and socioeconomic status play a major role in determining the health of AAPI populations, influencing health practices, access to healthcare services, and health outcomes. The statistical highlights and trends presented below provide a lens by which to view the overall health  and well being of Asian and Pacific Islanders in California. While data are available for some populations and health indicators, more research is required to truly understand and appreciate the health status of specific AAPI communities.

Asian and Pacific Islander American Health Forum. (2005). Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders in

         California. Accessed March 4, 2009 from http://www.cpehn.org/demostudies.php

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