Radio Taiwan International
Date: 2017-10-31

Premier William Lai has voiced his support for better access to medical interpretation in

Premier William Lai (center). (CNA)

Southeast Asian languages.

Lai was asked about problems that new immigrants from Southeast Asia face communicating with doctors during prenatal checkups. KMT lawmaker Lin Li-chan, herself a naturalized immigrant from Southeast Asia, told the premier that many expectant mothers have to communicate with doctors using gestures.

Lai said he backs a system of professional interpreters for hospitals. He also said he will ask the health ministry to look into providing translation software for local clinics.    [FULL  STORY]