Factors affecting genetic counseling experiences of foreign residents in Japan: implications for healthcare inclusivity.

ABSTRACT: The rapid development of genomic medicine and simultaneous global diversification of societies present new and complex challenges for healthcare systems worldwide. Medical professionals are now expected to communicate highly complex and evolving genetic information while simultaneously addressing the diverse linguistic, cultural, and social needs of their patient populations. At the center of this effort is the genetic counselor, who must navigate cultural perceptions of genetics, varying levels of health literacy, language barriers, and socioeconomic disparities to deliver equitable and effective care. Research in this area is expanding. However, its global distribution remains uneven and disproportionately concentrated in certain regions. In Japan, where many sectors of society are not y

SUBMITTER: Nakasato K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12569224 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature