Language Solutions Inc.

09/03/2024

Keep your eye out for the present progressive in marketing! The struggle is real...

The seemingly simple question of how to translate “living with HIV” might require a more complex answer than you’d expect.

08/13/2024

Who knew?!

Did You Know? Tuesday 13th Is An Unlucky Day In Spain, Not Friday 13th Keep up with the Latest News In English Murcia Costa Calida Spain

08/12/2024

Timeframe constraints, draft content, video production all make for a good case story

Translation process management can affect your timeframes, bottom lines, and possible outcomes for your stakeholders.

08/02/2024

The language of diplomacy!

The French language plays an important role in every Olympic Games, not just those held in France

07/31/2024

If you have ever read Dr. Oliver Sachs (The man who mistook his wife for a hat), you know this is a thing! It's a very rare disorder.

Foreign accent syndrome is a rare disorder in which patients develop speech patterns.

07/16/2024

FYI - You cannot bring Trader Joe's "Everything but the bagel" spice into Korea and other Asian countries. Why? The poppy ingredient is listed as a narcotic in those countries. Thought you'd want to know!

07/15/2024

The county also started Promotores de Salud (Mental Health Promoters), a peer-to-peer hub that provides mental health information; a 10-week program focused on empowering Latinas; and an effort using the Mayan community's traditional forms of healing.

Mental health experts, community clinics and politicians are working to create new...

07/01/2024

oh no! We'll be out of work!

Research shows prairie dogs have different words to describe colours and species of predators

06/27/2024

At what point do we start accepting Spanglish in this country? We are always fighting for accuracy in translation as we work a lot in the highly regulated healthcare field but we get pushback from clients on wanting certain constructions to match the English. Read more on Spanish and grammar

The seemingly simple question of how to translate “living with HIV” might require a more complex answer than you’d expect.

04/30/2024

Cultural differences can lead to limited health literacy. A patient in a nursing facility became very upset when they introduced companion pets. In the Muslim faith, the presence of an animal taints a praying space. Learn more and become aware of barriers in other cultures

Aging in America: Part 3: Linguistic barriers demonstrate how Asian Indian elders can experience adverse events in their healthcare journey

04/23/2024

The first time that the Climate Impact report has been translated into Spanish!

Lee esta nota de prensa en español aquí. Today, Earth Day, the Biden-Harris Administration announced the availability of all chapters of the Fifth National Climate Assessment (NCA5) in Spanish. This marks the first time that the National Climate Assessment has been translated into Spanish, greatl...

04/23/2024

TransTalkers are turning up in more countries with international visitors. Using AI to make the journey more understandable

AI equipped with natural language processing software, which allows it to interpret human language in various contexts, is gaining the most attraction among mainstream users among all AI services

04/15/2024

Canada has packaging and products in 2 languages. The U.S. may soon follow

GE Appliances’ all-new washer designed for Hispanic consumers in the U.S. is available today, ahead of National Laundry Day on April 15. The GE® 4.5 c

04/02/2024

Spanish-speaking communities may have unique dietary habits, beliefs, and health practices. A skilled localization team considers these nuances to create contextually appropriate translations.

Spanish translation of diabetes information must incorporate both the clinical and the personal to be as effective as possible.

03/21/2024

Japan is so ahead of tech! Love this for accessibility

Toei Subway's Tochomae Station in Tokyo introduces a cutting-edge multilingual communication system, aiming to enhance accessibility.

03/18/2024

The differences between Western medicine and traditional Hmong health beliefs also present challenges with medical interpretation. The Hmong language also does not translate 1 on 1. There are many diseases (such as diabetes) that have no standard translation.

Many Hmong refugees settled in western North Carolina in the decades following the Vietnam War. Now that they’re getting older and are dealing with more health issues, they’ve become more reliant on their adult children to serve as interpreters in health care settings, which can be challenging g...

03/01/2024

Find out when a back translation is needed and if it truly is a quality safeguard.

When to use back translation will depend on whether your materials are creative copy like a tagline or require regulatory approval.

02/13/2024

The Chinese zodiac consists of 12 animals—the rat, ox, tiger, rabbit, dragon, snake, horse, goat, monkey, rooster, dog and pig—that alternate every Lunar New Year. The only mythical creature in the Chinese zodiac is the Dragon. Happy New Year!

The only mythical creature in the Chinese zodiac, the dragon has long been associated with prosperity and imperial power

02/08/2024

Marketing in Canada? Make sure to keep up with their legislation affecting language

Consider French-speaking consumers when creating a plan for compliance with Canada's anti-spam legislation.

02/02/2024

It's heart healthy month! Our specialization is with healthcare translations.

01/30/2024

Health literacy and translation work hand in hand to bridge gaps and create a healthcare environment that is truly inclusive.

Recognizing the intertwined nature of health literacy and translation is crucial for fostering a healthcare system that leaves no one behind.

01/25/2024

Failing to consider translation of patient guides when creating the source versions can disrupt timelines, budget, and patient engagement. Answer our 4 questions before you get started!

Consider answering these four questions to streamline translation of patient guides for you and improve outcomes for your readers.

01/16/2024

For patients, language barriers remain a significant obstacle in accessing health care. These challenges not only affect the quality of care but also contribute to health disparities among different ethnic groups.

Language barriers between pharmacists and patients impacts medication adherence, patient education, and overall health outcomes, resulting in patient harm.

12/20/2023

Raising awareness about Native American communities and reviving some Native American languages,

Authorities from Minnesota to Maine are adding Native American language translations to road signs and building facades.

11/30/2023

Plain language and our healthcare vertical specialization make patient-friendly translations

Patient-friendly translation means writing (and translating) with patients in mind and incorporating plain language principles.

11/15/2023

Do you use Google Assistant on your mobile? Did you know that there is an interpreter mode? Nice for travel!

With the Google Assistant’s interpreter mode, you can now easily communicate with your customers -- even if you don’t speak the same language. Interpreter mo...

11/09/2023

Well said! The faith community is helping to bring awareness to health literacy.

In honor of Health Literacy Month, faith leaders in Rockford came together to discuss practical ways we can practice health literacy in our daily lives. A sp...

11/02/2023

Our Senior localization manager, Clara, attended the American Translator's Assn. Conference in Miami last week and met up with our Spanish team from Argentina! Lots of learnings!