QUEST DIAGNOSTICS BRIDGING ACCESS TO BETTER HEALTH FOR HISPANICS THROUGH ES TU PODER INITIATIVE

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Quest Diagnostics is launching the "Es Tu Poder" initiative to enhance healthcare access for the Hispanic community in Texas, targeting cities like San Antonio and Houston. The program aims to combat higher disease rates among Hispanics, offering educational tools and resources in collaboration with healthcare organizations. Dr. Romeo Solano emphasizes the initiative's role in addressing health disparities exacerbated by COVID-19, particularly in areas like the Rio Grande Valley. With over 10 million Hispanics in Texas, this project focuses on empowering individuals to take control of their health.

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• Launch of the "Es Tu Poder" initiative to improve healthcare access for Hispanics in Texas.
• Focus on education and resources to combat higher disease rates in the Hispanic community.
• Collaboration with local healthcare organizations to enhance community health outcomes.

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IRVING, Texas, Aug. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Better healthcare among America's large and growing Hispanic community is receiving an important, new level of support from Quest Diagnostics, the world's leading provider of diagnostic information services, through the launch of a multi-faceted initiative.  "Es Tu Poder," being launched in San Antonio, Houston, Austin, Rio Grande Valley and other communities with large Hispanic populations in the Southwest, is designed to empower better health for Hispanics. The initiative includes the launch of a new microsite, Es Tu Poder, reminding patients that good health is within their power. 

"Hispanics are at a higher risk for certain diseases such as cancer, heart disease, and diabetes and succumb to diseases at a much higher rate than the general population," said Dr. Romeo Solano, Quest Diagnostics Executive Director of Toxicology. "Our goal is to significantly alter these current trends by providing one stop for resources, educational tools and collaborations with non-profit healthcare organizations, clinics and physicians across the region."

Texas has one of the highest Hispanic populations in the nation, with more than 10 million Hispanics who have a high prevalence of chronic conditions such as diabetes and high blood pressure. Studies among Hispanics indicate a high interest and desire to improve access to healthcare information and resources for themselves and their families.

"The Rio Grande Valley was hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic.  Because our population is predisposed to diabetes, we need educational programs like Es Tu Poder to improve health outcomes," said Rep. Bobby Guerra, Vice Chairman of the Texas House Public Health Committee.

"We witnessed how COVID-19 exposed the health disparities within the Hispanic community, and we encourage Hispanics across Texas to take an active role in their healthcare and visit the Es Tu Poder website and utilize the tools and community resources to empower better health for themselves and their families" added Dr Solano.

About Quest Diagnostics

Quest Diagnostics empowers people to take action to improve health outcomes.  Derived from the world's largest database of clinical lab results, our diagnostic insights reveal new avenues to identify and treat disease, inspire healthy behaviors, and improve healthcare management.  Quest annually serves 1 in 3 adult Americans and half of the physicians and hospitals in the United States. Our 50,000 employees understand that, in the right hands and with the right context, our diagnostic insights can inspire actions that transform lives. www.QuestDiagnostics.com. 

 

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FAQ

What is the "Es Tu Poder" initiative by Quest Diagnostics?

The "Es Tu Poder" initiative is a program launched by Quest Diagnostics aimed at improving healthcare access and education for the Hispanic community in Texas.

When was the "Es Tu Poder" initiative launched?

The "Es Tu Poder" initiative was launched on August 4, 2022.

What areas are targeted by the "Es Tu Poder" initiative?

The initiative targets cities including San Antonio, Houston, Austin, and the Rio Grande Valley.

Why is the "Es Tu Poder" initiative important for the Hispanic community?

Hispanics are at a higher risk for diseases such as diabetes and heart disease; the initiative aims to provide resources and education to improve health outcomes.

Who is Dr. Romeo Solano in relation to Quest Diagnostics?

Dr. Romeo Solano is the Executive Director of Toxicology at Quest Diagnostics and is involved in the "Es Tu Poder" initiative.