Claudia Gomez, a newcomer from Colombia, shared her distressing experience with a gynecologist in Toronto, where a surprising biopsy led to unexpected pain and confusion about her rights in the healthcare system. This incident unraveled a wider issue faced by many newcomers who struggle with language barriers and navigation of healthcare services. Reports from Toronto Public Health highlighted that around 2,500 patients might have been exposed to serious infections due to inadequate cleaning protocols at the clinic, raising concerns about the care and communication practices within the healthcare system for non-native speakers.
I was by myself, I didn't have any path to protect myself. I started bleeding and she said I could be in pain for a few days.
Many of them were new to Canada, and said not knowing the language or how to navigate the medical system made it harder for them to complain.
My English was bad, I felt hopeless.
Around 2,500 patients were notified by Toronto Public Health that they may have been exposed to hepatitis B, hepatitis C & HIV at Park's clinic.
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