On November 3rd, the Latino Center for Health will host the Latinx Long COVID Symposium—Study Findings & Pathways to Health. The interactive event will be held at Heritage University, and can also be attended remotely via Zoom. The event is free and invite-only, and will be held from 10am – 3pm.
The LCH conducted a survey of Latino patients with SeaMar Community Health Centers and the Yakima Valley Farmworkers Clinic to determine the prevalence of Long COVID and its impacts on the physical, mental, and social well-being of those affected.
Based on analysis of interim data, we found that 41% of survey respondents reported symptom duration consistent with long COVID. At the symposium we will present results from the analysis of the final dataset and discuss their implications for policy.
We are convening local community leaders, elected officials, health officials, and key stakeholders from across the state to:
1) Present novel research findings from the Center’s long COVID study on Latinx individuals in WA state.
2) Bring needed attention to the prevalence and impacts of long COVID within the Latinx community in Washington state.
3) Discuss and strategize about next steps to promote Latinx health across rural and urban communities with regards to long COVID.
4) Bring needed attention to state legislation and policy recommendations to support Latinx communities across the state.
Our community speaker is Dr. Julian Perez, MD.
Symposium Itinerary
9:30 am Registration table opens.
10:00 am Welcome and recognition of sponsors and recognition of participation of elected officials.
10:10 am Welcome remarks by President Sund, President of Heritage University.
10:20 am Opening remarks.
10:30 am Community speaker: Dr. Julian Perez from SeaMar Community Health Centers.
10:50 am Break.
11:00 am Presentation of study and findings followed by Q & A.
11:50 am Lunch/Networking—Served buffet style in main conference room.
12:30 pm Community panelists.
1:10 pm Caring for patients with post-COVID conditions.
1:35 pm Breakout rooms and small groups, in-person and virtual, will discuss policy recommendations.
2:15 pm Report out of breakout sessions.
2:35 pm Next steps and summary by Maria Siguenza.
2:50 pm Thank you’s and conclusion.
3:00 pm Adios!
3:15 pm Optional tour of Heritage University/ Wine tasting venue.