Latino Behavioral Health Disparities in the COVID-19 Era:

800 Convention Center Boulevard,McAllen TX 78501

07 March, 2022

Description

The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly impacted Latino communities in ways that go beyond health. The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly impacted Latino communities in ways that go beyond health. The pandemic, along with the protective and restrictive measures that have been put in place, have changed the lives of Latinos and have resulted in profound losses for Latinos including loss of loved ones, employment, homes, and cultural traditions. Furthermore, the pandemic has compounded the effects of structural inequities and discrimination that for many decades have contributed to a lack of access for behavioral health services, lack of health insurance and increased prevalence of underlying conditions. Recent data indicates that Latinos are 1.3 times more likely to become infected from COVID-19, 3.1 times more likely to be hospitalized and 2.3 times more likely to die from COVID-19 compared to White non-Hispanic persons (CDC, 2021). The increased burden, stressors and vulnerability has an impact on mental health in Latino families and communities. This conference will discuss lessons learned from service providers and health care systems treating Latinos with mental health disorders during the pandemic. Presentations will address culturally responsive interventions and strategies to consider when providing mental health services for Latino communities, including telehealth as a novel intervention that increases access to mental health services and is likely to remain after the pandemic. If you are interested in acquiring CEUs, please use Epay link below to purchase your CEU registration of $25. During the conference exhibitor will be given the opportunity to have a booth to market their material or agency for a fee of $100. If you are interested in purchasing a space, please use Epay link below. The space will include a table, and two chairs. Spaces are limited!! Epay link below: https://webapps.utrgv.edu/it/em/index.cfm?event=Public.View.Courses&Event_id=1622 If you have any question about the booth or CEUs, please contact Sandra Stark at [email protected] Register at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/human-trafficking-public-awareness-tickets-80521029567 For questions call: Sandra Stark at   (956) 665-2439