(Block 1) 10:15 - 11:00 a.m.

Raising Awareness on Latina Heart Health

Hosted by: Dr. Odayme Quesada, Medical Director, Women's Heart Center at the Christ Hospital Health Network

Workshop Description: The session will focus on the Latina Heart Health Awareness Campaign, which aims to spotlight the high prevalence of heart disease in the Latino community. Heart disease is the #1 cause of death in Latina women and approximately half of Hispanic/Latina women have cardiovascular disease. The campaign is spearheaded by Odayme Quesada, MD, Medical Director, Women’s Heart Center at The Christ Hospital Health Network, Latino Affairs Commission of Ohio, Greater Cincinnati American Heart Association, Lorena Mora Mowry from Mujer Latina Today, Institute for Health Equity and Innovation, the Hispanic Chamber Cincinnati USA, Northern Kentucky Esperanza Latino Center, Fairfield Lane Public Library, La Mega and the Latino Health Collaborative.

Promoting Access for Latino Behavioral Health Across the Lifespan

Hosted by: Dr. Cassie Storlie, Associate Professor of Counselor Education & Supervision, Kent State University; Dr. Marilyn Sampilo, Pediatric Psychologist, Cleveland Clinic

Workshop description: The mental health needs, strengths, and goals of Ohio Latinos vary across the lifespan. Healthcare providers working with Latinos must consider the complexity of core cultural values and the great variability that may exist between and within Latino families and local communities. This presentation will educate audience members on common social/emotional concerns, outline relevant interventions, and discuss strategies to promote equitable access to care for Latino youth, adults & older adults. Opportunities for reflection and discussion will be provided.