Black People Like Me Virtual Conference Series 2024
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Allergy & Asthma Network’s Black People Like Me virtual conference series returns in 2024!
We invite you to join us as we address ongoing disparities and barriers to care for the Black community living with allergic, respiratory and skin diseases.
Catch the Replays: Session 1 |
Session 2: Addressing Barriers in Food Allergies and Empowering the Black Community
Allergy & Asthma Network presents this Black People Like Me virtual conference to address the disparities and barriers to care for the Black community living with food allergies.
Free Virtual Conference: May 13, 2024 | 5:30 PM ET
In this virtual conference, you will:
- Learn how food allergies are often misdiagnosed or under-diagnosed in the Black community.
- Get information and advice, including how to manage food allergies at social events, such as family gatherings.
- Hear directly from a person living with food allergies who will share experiences.
- Learn how to advocate for yourself or a family member living with food allergies.
- Be able to ask questions of the speakers during the event.
CE is not available for this event.
Moderators:
Catherine Blackwell, RN, Chief Health Equity Officer, Allergy & Asthma Network
Nancy Joseph, DO, double board-certified in general pediatrics and allergy/immunology, Medical Advisor with Allergy & Asthma Network, and member of the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (ACAAI) and National Medical Association (NMA)
Thomas Silvera, food allergy patient advocate and father of Elijah Alavi-Silvera, who tragically passed away due to a food allergy anaphylactic reaction at his daycare on Nov. 3, 2017.
The first 100 patients or caregivers living in the United States who register and attend the full virtual conference presentation will receive a $25 gift card.
You must live in the United States 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, who has provided funding support to make this virtual conference possible.
Session 1: Addressing Barriers in Eczema and Empowering the Black Community
Recording
What we covered
- The challenges that Black Americans face in managing their health that lead to COVID-19 and asthma complications.
- What matters most to Black people
- What questions Black Americans want answered regarding their health
- The role of clergy in helping Black people to take charge of their health
Special thanks to Incyte, who has provided funding support to make this virtual conference possible.