Risk Factors And Preventative Strategies For Pediatric Asthma Among Hispanic Populations
Submission Type
Event
Faculty Advisor
Carolyn Nadeau
Expected Graduation Date
2018
Location
Center for Natural Sciences, Illinois Wesleyan University
Start Date
4-21-2018 2:00 PM
End Date
4-21-2018 3:00 PM
Disciplines
Education
Abstract
Asthma is one of the most common diseases in the United States, especially among children. Children suffering from asthma may miss a significant amount of school, or the opportunity to spend time with friends, play outside, and enjoy other important parts of being a child. Currently, there is no cure for asthma, although it can be controlled with effective treatments and the appropriate preventative measures. Although the genetic component of asthma cannot be altered, other factors such as environmental conditions, socioeconomic status, and access to healthcare contribute to the predominance of asthma in Hispanic populations. Due to the high rate of these risk factors, asthma is especially prevalent in the Puerto Rican population. To reduce the incidence of asthma among Puerto Ricans, regulations should be implemented to improve living conditions and provide more education for the Hispanic community regarding the treatment and prevention of asthma.
Risk Factors And Preventative Strategies For Pediatric Asthma Among Hispanic Populations
Center for Natural Sciences, Illinois Wesleyan University
Asthma is one of the most common diseases in the United States, especially among children. Children suffering from asthma may miss a significant amount of school, or the opportunity to spend time with friends, play outside, and enjoy other important parts of being a child. Currently, there is no cure for asthma, although it can be controlled with effective treatments and the appropriate preventative measures. Although the genetic component of asthma cannot be altered, other factors such as environmental conditions, socioeconomic status, and access to healthcare contribute to the predominance of asthma in Hispanic populations. Due to the high rate of these risk factors, asthma is especially prevalent in the Puerto Rican population. To reduce the incidence of asthma among Puerto Ricans, regulations should be implemented to improve living conditions and provide more education for the Hispanic community regarding the treatment and prevention of asthma.