National Latinx Conference on HIV/HCV/SUD
The National Latinx Conference on HIV/HCV/SUD aims to create opportunities to share information and efforts around health disparities that negatively impact the Latinx population such as Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV), Hepatitis C (HCV) and Substance Use Disorder (SUD), by bridging the varied disciplines of education, advocacy, and clinical care. Thus, creating better health outcomes for the Latinx population. Increase knowledge, communication and respectful attitudes regarding HIV, HCV and SUD among Latinx communities; Discuss the cultural and social barriers faced by Latinos in seeking/receiving treatment, care, and prevention for HIV, HCV and SUD; Recognize the impact of HIV, HCV and SUD among Latinx communities when compared to other national populations; Identify culturally tailored medical practices and interventions to Latinx patients and populations in order to provide better health outcomes for the Latinx communities; Decrease stigma and increase health equity and health literacy.