Language barriers and healthcare access: a qualitative study in the Volta Region of Ghana.
Nathaniel Glover-MeniJoy Ato NyarkoPeter K AgbezorlieDominic Dankwah AgyeiPublished in: Journal of communication in healthcare (2024)
The presence of communication challenges emanating from language barriers between healthcare professionals and patients should be considered as a key hindrance to the attainment of the Sustainable Development Goal Three (SDG3), which aims to promote health and well-being at all ages. Therefore, stakeholders in the healthcare delivery system in Ghana need to prioritize stronger communication and translation practices and policies.