As we see health disparities magnified during the pandemic, we have the opportunity to explore the systemic reasons why some of our community members have less access to healthcare resources. Data shows that Hispanic/Latinx, Black, and Asian community members are more likely to test positive for COVID-19, and Black community members are more likely to be hospitalized and have a higher rate of death from COVID-19. [Marion County Health Department]. Practitioners have reported fewer of these patients returning for routine or elective care. Misunderstandings about virus transmission and testing might play a part.

During this virtual conversation, we will explore factors contributing to these disparities like access to healthcare, language barriers, cultural barriers, and pervasive discrimination.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES
- Overview public health data around COVID-19 to understand where health disparities are currently manifesting
- Identify largest hurdles to accessing care
- Identify cultural barriers and behaviors complicating access
- Review access rights of patients and compliance obligations of providers
- Discuss solutions and outreach programs to promote return to care


SPEAKERS
Moderator: Marina Hadjioannou Waters, JD, MPH, President of LUNA Language Services

Brian E. Dixon, PhD, MPA FACMI, FHIMSS, Director of Public Health Informatics, Regenstrief Institute, Inc.

Dr. Carrie Leathers, Internal Medicine and Pediatrics primary care provider, Eskenazi Health Center Pecar

Staci Walters, MPH, Chief Quality and Compliance Officer, Shalom Health Care Center


ABOUT LUNA
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