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Gillian Plumridge1, Sabi Redwood, Sheila Greenfield

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Including non-English speakers in health research is vital for generalizability and equity. This study offers guidance for using interpreters in research interviews to overcome challenges and promote social justice.

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Area of Science:

  • Health Services Research
  • Qualitative Research Methods
  • Health Equity

Background:

  • Ensuring the inclusion of non-English speakers in health services research is crucial for generalizability and addressing health disparities.
  • Interpreters are a common method for including non-English speakers, yet specific guidance for their use in research interviews is limited.
  • Effective interpreter involvement requires awareness of theoretical, practical, and potential challenges.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the importance of including non-English speakers in health services research.
  • To provide guidance for researchers on effectively working with interpreters in qualitative interviews.
  • To identify and discuss potential challenges and pitfalls in using interpreters in research.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review on interpreter use in research.
  • Drawing on practical experiences of researchers involving interpreters.
  • Identifying key considerations for planning and conducting interviews with interpreters.

Main Results:

  • Challenges exist in planning and conducting research interviews with interpreters.
  • Awareness of theoretical and practical implications can minimize these challenges.
  • Researchers need to consider various issues when involving interpreters.

Conclusions:

  • Effective interpreter use enhances the generalizability of health services research findings.
  • Involving interpreters is essential for promoting social justice and reducing health inequalities.
  • Proactive consideration of challenges and best practices is key for successful interpreter-mediated research.