Unidos Hablemos Virtual Conference Series 2024
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Session 2: Food Allergies and the Hispanic/Latino Culture
Recording
A bilingual event, available in both English and Spanish!
The Hispanic/Latino community has among the highest rates of food allergy in the United States. The community also has higher rates of severe allergic reactions, allergies to multiple foods, and food allergy-related emergency department visits.
On June 26, 2024, Allergy & Asthma Network presented this Unidos Hablemos virtual conference to address the disparities and barriers to care for the Hispanic/Latino community living with food allergies.
What we covered
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Board-certified allergist Vivian Hernandez-Trujillo, MD, addressed food allergies and anaphylaxis, and how these conditions affect the Hispanic/Latino community.
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We discussed food allergens, prevention and treatments.
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We heard about how to manage food allergies at social events, such as family gatherings.
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Spanish teacher and food allergy advocate Nyshae Gibson, MEd, shared her experience with food allergies growing up in Puerto Rico and now caring for children with multiple food allergies.
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We discussed how to raise awareness of food allergies and advocate for yourself or a family member living with food allergies.
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We learned the importance of Hispanic/Latino participation in clinical trials for food allergy research.
Session 1: Eczema and the Hispanic/Latino Culture
Recording
What we covered
- How eczema may look different in skin of color
- Why eczema may sometimes be more persistent and severe among Hispanic/Latino people
- How to prepare for a doctor’s visit to discuss eczema
- What questions Hispanic/Latino Americans want answered regarding their health
- How Hispanic/Latino Americans can take charge of their health
Special thanks to Incyte, who has provided funding support to make this virtual conference possible.