Refugees in Omaha information session

It is estimated that one out of 20 people in Omaha have refugee origins. Understanding where refugee patients come from, both geographically and culturally, is critical to providing effective healthcare services. The way a person understands health and sickness is deeply rooted and influenced by their culture. This informational session will describe who refugees are, how and why they come to Nebraska, and the barriers to healthcare both pre- and post-resettlement.  We will identify common refugee health issues as well as the strong cultural determinants that influence identification, treatment, and follow-up care. Register at Apollo link below. 

Speaker Bio:

Alana Schriver received her MPH with an emphasis in International Health from Tulane University School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine.  Schriver was a community health promoter in Central and South America before returning to her home state of Nebraska to work in refugee resettlement.  Much of her work as the Refugee Specialist of Omaha Public Schools focuses on addressing the healthcare needs of newly arrived students and their families.  Schriver currently serves as co-chair of the Omaha Refugee Health Collaborative, the mission of which is to increase refugee access to healthcare, cultural proficiency of healthcare professionals, and capacity of refugee

Tuesday, October 24, 2017 at 12:00pm to 1:00pm

Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center, Yanney Conference Room (ground floor)
505 S 45th St, Omaha, NE

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