Unidos Hablemos Virtual Conference Series
‘Welcome to Allergy & Asthma Network’s Unidos Hablemos virtual conference series.
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.
Our Unidos Hablemos virtual conferences are bilingual events, available in Spanish and English.
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:
Marcela Gieminiani, Director of Administration, Allergy & Asthma Network; journalist with degree in social communications from the University of Santiago, Chile
Physician Speaker:
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
Patient Advocate:
Ruthie Marker, AE-C, MSRC, RRT, Allergy & Asthma Network’s Trusted Messengers Virtual Asthma Coach.
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
Hispanic/Latino people face unique barriers to medical care for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). They tend to have lower rates of health insurance and experience language barriers when they seek COPD care. As a result, they are less likely to receive a formal COPD diagnosis and more likely to miss out on preventive care and treatments.
On Dec. 4, 2024, Allergy & Asthma Network presented this Unidos Hablemos virtual conference to address disparities and barriers to care for the Hispanic/Latino community living with COPD.
What we covered
- How COPD disparities impact social determinants of health and quality of life.
- Why COPD is too often under-diagnosed in the Hispanic/Latino community.
- How immigration challenges can impact access to obtaining COPD medical care.
- Patient information and advice on how to manage and treat COPD.
- How to advocate for yourself or a family member so you get quality, affordable healthcare.
Resources
What is COPD?
BiologicMeds.org
Ask the Allergist Video: Is It Asthma or COPD? Or Both?
Health Equity in Allergy, Asthma and Immunology
Special thanks to Genentech and Viatris who have provided funding support to make this webinar 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.
