Are Spanish-Language Soap Operas Good for Your Health?
Clip: 1/25/2012 | 6m 24s
Telenovelas: Are Spanish-Language Soap Operas Good for Your Health?
The latest in Spanish-language soap operas, or telenovelas, have encased more than typical romance and personal scandal, debuting some very clear messages on health care for Latinos in the U.S., specifically Colorado. Health correspondent Betty Ann Bowser reports on the creators' reasoning in writing beyond the usual storylines.
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Are Spanish-Language Soap Operas Good for Your Health?
Clip: 1/25/2012 | 6m 24s
The latest in Spanish-language soap operas, or telenovelas, have encased more than typical romance and personal scandal, debuting some very clear messages on health care for Latinos in the U.S., specifically Colorado. Health correspondent Betty Ann Bowser reports on the creators' reasoning in writing beyond the usual storylines.
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