Institute for Latinos created by Latinos

With the aim of countering unfounded accusations and misinformation about Latinos and documenting reality, the National Institute for Hispanic Health Research has been created to generate information and data on, for example, maternal health, nutrition, and HIV in children and adults.

So researchers and Latino communities are building their own scientific infrastructure, which would be the first community database led by Latinos.

Dr. Waleska Crespo, president of the Central University of the Caribbean, says that academics and experts are seeking to create a database and a network of providers that will promote research and address the challenges faced by Latinos in the United States.

Dr. Waleska Crespo, president of the Central University of the Caribbean, says that what most affects the health of the community is what will be studied, for example, diabetes.

What data will be collected, what will be the first, let’s hear from Dr. Waleska Crespo, president of the Central University of the Caribbean.

In addition, it will be possible to learn about the barriers Latinos face in accessing health care.

Dr. Waleska Crespo, president of the Central University of the Caribbean, talks about the network of organizations and universities that will contribute data and resources.

How will the information generated by the institute translate into benefits for the population?

What kind of information will the new institute’s research reveal, and what can be done to address the problem, as explained by Dr. Waleska Crespo, president of the Central University of the Caribbean.