INFORMACIÓN SOBRE LA MENOPAUSIA

Abstract

Menopause is a significant transitional period in a woman’s life, yet access to accurate and culturally relevant information remains limited, particularly for populations with limited English proficiency (LEP) in the United States. In Tucson, Arizona, a city with a substantial Spanish-speaking population, many individuals face barriers to understanding menopause, including the lack of health education resources in their primary language (CDC, 2024). This project examines the creation of patient education materials—guides, audio recordings, and videos—designed to provide accessible, evidence-based menopause information to Spanish-speaking populations. Existing research highlights that LEP patients often experience disparities in health literacy and outcomes due to insufficient linguistically and culturally tailored health information (CDC, 2024). Despite this, few resources like this exist, illustrating a gap in both public health and patient education literature. The project’s central aim is to increase health literacy and empower Spanish-speaking individuals to understand and manage menopause symptoms effectively. Through a creative process centered around English to Spanish translation and involving content development, scriptwriting, and multimedia production, the project transforms technical health information into formats that are easy to access, comprehend, and use. This work highlights the importance of culturally and linguistically appropriate health education, demonstrating how creative media can bridge gaps in health knowledge for underserved populations. By providing Spanish-speaking communities with practical, understandable resources on menopause, the project contributes to broader efforts in health equity, patient empowerment, and community education.