Welcome
Speaker
Diana Peña Gonzalez, MPH, CHES Institute for Healthcare Advancement
Plenary: COVID-19 Stories: How the Pandemic Has Widened Existing Health Gaps
Overview
The novel coronavirus pandemic has significantly magnified a long-existing problem. Certain communities—including those of color, of disabilities, of lower incomes and education—have been disproportionately affected by the pandemic. While these people have struggled and suffered, their struggle has remained invisible to many. This plenary will showcase their unedited stories to unveil their challenges with staying safe during the pandemic, greater housing insecurity, lack of insurance, and legal status. And, having exposed inequities and their perceived consequences, these stories will illustrate the necessity for meaningful discussion long after the pandemic is over.
Speakers Moderator:
Stan Hudson, MA, CDFT Wisconsin Health Literacy
Panelist:
Ana Chavez La Habra Family Resource Center
Chris Stigas Patient Partner, University Health Network
Ernesta Wright The G.R.E.E.N. Foundation
Suzy Newby, MA, CCC-SLP Genesis Rehab Services
Handouts
Maria's Story
Video