Healthcare Communication & Patient Outcomes - Multilingualism is essential for improving patient outcomes, satisfaction, and equitable care in healthcare [3] - Language barriers can lead to misdiagnoses, medical errors, and other mistakes, with 90% of medical errors resulting from miscommunication [5] - 50% of patients with language barriers do not understand their diagnosis, leading to confusion and poor health outcomes [5] - Multilingual healthcare workers can improve patient satisfaction and reduce health disparities among non-English speakers [10] Healthcare System & Equality - Language barriers intensify health inequalities, resulting in lower quality care for non-native speakers [8] - Immigrant patients with limited English proficiency report difficulties in receiving necessary care [9] - Multilingualism promotes a more inclusive healthcare system, ensuring quality care for all regardless of origin [8][11] Healthcare Professionals & Job Satisfaction - Multilingual healthcare professionals are better equipped to serve diverse communities, improving job satisfaction and career prospects [14] - Healthcare workers who speak multiple languages report feeling more connected to their patients, boosting job satisfaction and reducing burnout [15]