Expressing support for the designation of October 1 as "National Latino and Latina Physician Day".

This resolution expresses support for designating October 1 as National Latino and Latina Physician Day. It highlights that the Latino and Latina population is growing rapidly in the United States, yet these communities face major barriers to accessing medical care. The text points out that only a small percentage of United States physicians are Latino or Latina, which contributes to worse health outcomes and a lack of diversity in medicine. Research shows that care improves when doctors share the ethnicity, culture, and language of their patients. By supporting this designation, the House of Representatives aims to bring awareness to the benefits these physicians bring and supports increasing their numbers. We need to hold our officials accountable for addressing these healthcare gaps and ensuring our growing population is properly served.