Unidos Hablemos Virtual Conference Series 2024

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A man and woman stand together against a purple background. Text reads "COPD and the Hispanic/Latino Culture. Unidos Hablemos. United, Let’s Talk. Virtual Conference December 4th, 4:00 PM ET.

Allergy & Asthma Network’s Unidos Hablemos virtual conference series is back!

We invite you to join us as we address ongoing disparities and barriers to care for the Hispanic/Latino community living with allergic, respiratory, and skin diseases.

Catch the Replays: Session 2: Food Allergies | Session 1: Eczema |

Session 3: COPD and the Hispanic/Latino Culture 

Allergy & Asthma Network presents this Unidos Hablemos webinar to address the disparities and barriers to care for the Hispanic community living with COPD.  

Free Webinar: December 4th | 4:00 PM ET

In this virtual conference, you will:

  • You will learn how COPD is diagnosed—and often underdiagnosed—in the Hispanic and Latino community. 
  • You will examine the disparities related to COPD that affect the health and quality of life of the Hispanic and Latino community. 
  • You will gain information and tips, including how to manage COPD. 
  • You will hear directly from someone living with COPD who will share their experiences. 
  • You will learn how to advocate for yourself or a family member living with COPD. 
  • You will have the opportunity to ask questions to the speakers during the event.

CE is not available for this event. 

Moderator:

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Marcela Gieminiani, Director of Administration, Allergy & Asthma Network; journalist with degree in social communications from the University of Santiago, Chile

Physician Speaker:

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Diego J. Maselli, MD FCCP ATSF 
Professor and Chief 
Division of Pulmonary Diseases and Critical Care
UT Health in San Antonio 
Director of Respiratory Care, University Health System 
Director of the Severe Asthma Program, University Health System

All attendees will be offered a certificate of attendance. No other continuing education credit is provided.

The first 100 patients or caregivers living in the United States and Puerto Rico who register and attend the full virtual conference presentation are eligible to receive a $25 gift card. 

You must live in the United States or Puerto Rico and provide a valid address and phone number to receive the gift card. 
The registration information is only for Allergy & Asthma Network use and will not be shared with any outside organizations including government agencies or pharmaceutical companies. 

If you are unable to attend, still register! We will send a link to you after the event so you can view the on-demand recording.


Special thanks to Genentech and Viatris who have provided funding support to make this webinar possible.

Session 3: COPD 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

  • Board-certified allergist Vivian Hernandez-Trujillo, MD, addressed food allergies and anaphylaxis, and how these conditions affect the Hispanic/Latino community.
  • We discussed food allergens, prevention and treatments.
  • We heard about how to manage food allergies at social events, such as family gatherings.
  • 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.
  • We discussed how to raise awareness of food allergies and advocate for yourself or a family member living with food allergies.
  • We learned the importance of Hispanic/Latino participation in clinical trials for food allergy research.

Resources
What is a Food Allergy?
Food Allergy Treatment and Management
Living with Food Allergies
Food Insecurity and Food Allergies
Affording Allergen-Free Foods
What if I Can’t Afford Epinephrine?
Red Alergia y Asma


Special thanks to Genentech, who has provided funding support to make this virtual conference possible.

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

  • Board-certified allergist Vivian Hernandez-Trujillo, MD, addressed food allergies and anaphylaxis, and how these conditions affect the Hispanic/Latino community.
  • We discussed food allergens, prevention and treatments.
  • We heard about how to manage food allergies at social events, such as family gatherings.
  • 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.
  • We discussed how to raise awareness of food allergies and advocate for yourself or a family member living with food allergies.
  • We learned the importance of Hispanic/Latino participation in clinical trials for food allergy research.

Resources
What is a Food Allergy?
Food Allergy Treatment and Management
Living with Food Allergies
Food Insecurity and Food Allergies
Affording Allergen-Free Foods
What if I Can’t Afford Epinephrine?
Red Alergia y Asma


Special thanks to Genentech, who has provided funding support to make this virtual conference possible.

Session 1: Eczema and the Hispanic/Latino Culture

Recording

On May 1, 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 eczema.

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

Resources
What is a Food Allergy?
Food Allergy Treatment and Management
Living with Food Allergies
Food Insecurity and Food Allergies
Affording Allergen-Free Foods
What if I Can’t Afford Epinephrine?
Red Alergia y Asma

Special thanks to Incyte, who has provided funding support to make this virtual conference possible.