A new research brief in Pediatrics reports that a substantial share of pediatricians are noticing immigrant families in their practices forgoing medical care for their children. According to the brief, more than one-third of pediatricians believe these families are avoiding seeking care.
The finding, summarized by Medical Xpress, highlights a potential gap in access to pediatric services for immigrant families. The brief does not specify the reasons behind the avoidance, nor does it break down responses by region or practice type.
Because this article draws from a single source, there are no other reports to compare or contrast. The statistic stands alone as a snapshot of pediatricians' perceptions, not a direct measure of patient behavior.