This Black History Month, we recognize the importance of community-engaged research that advances health equity and supports every child’s opportunity to thrive! In our Asthma Home Occupation-based Modified Environmental (HOME) Assessment pilot study, we address asthma triggers in the home.
This Black History Month, we recognize the impact of sickle cell disease, which affects about 1 in 365 Black or African American births in the US. Many individuals face stigma and barriers to proper care.
We are committed to advancing awareness, education, and equity to support healthier futures.💙
Black History Month is about freedom and equity—including the fight for health equity. Black Americans face higher asthma rates due to systemic and environmental factors. Check out these stats and resources.
Learn more from the resources provided. #BlackHealthMatters #AsthmaAwareness #BHM
We are still recruiting community-based and pediatric OTs for focus groups on community-based asthma programs! Scan the QR code or check out the link to sign up: harrislab.wustl.edu/research/cur...
Black history is not just one month for us. It is year-round.
This February, in honor of Black History Month, we are spotlighting our efforts to advance equity for Black youth with asthma and sickle cell disease.
Stay tuned as we share the work, the impact, and the voices that matter!
🔔 NEW Publication Alert🚨 Madelyn Yoo and colleagues, Dr. Kelly Harris and Dr. Olivia Marcucci, examine the emotional impacts of the implementation of state takeover of local school districts on community members.
#stlouismo #education #governance #communityhealth
What is an Asthma Action Plan (AAP)? We're here to break it down. See the link for the template from the video: harrislab.wustl.edu/resources/as...
STL flu cases are climbing 🦠💥 Protect yourself and your loved ones by getting your flu shot 💉❤️ #FluSeason #STLHealth #StaySafe #GetVaccinated
We are still recruiting community-based and pediatric OTs for focus groups on community-based asthma programs! Scan the QR code or check out the link to sign up: harrislab.wustl.edu/research/cur...
That's a wrap on 2025! We can't wait to continue our work for a more equitable St. Louis (and world!) in 2026. #wrapped #research #stlouis #healthequity
We were delighted to participate in the WashU Confluence Collaborative for Community Engagement's inaugural research symposium! Our partners, Dr. Cheryl Harris and Dr. Veronica Macklin, joined Dr. Harris on a panel about the development of our Asthma Collaborative and school partnerships!
We loved participating in the 4th Annual Regina Abel Costumed Dog Parade through WashU OT! Yohi, Dr. Spell's adorable Yorkie, Shih Tzu, and Maltese mix, dressed up as his favorite treat: carrots!
As part of the Asthma HOME Community Engagement study, Dr. Lindsay Spell leads Community Cafes to learn more about asthma management supports and barriers directly from community members. There's still time to sign up for the December cafe! www.eventbrite.com/e/1796782517...
Join Us for a Community Café on Wednesday, December 3rd at the Deaconess Center for Child Well-Being from 5-7pm! We will focus on exploring key priorities and challenges around pediatric asthma management.
Food, refreshments, and activities for kids available!
www.eventbrite.com/e/1796782517...
Dr. Harris and Dr. Marcucci investigated the presence of race-evasiveness in language around state takeover policy.
Policy actors who understood the policy from a race-evasive perspective were more likely to recommend accountability during policy termination. epaa.asu.edu/index.php/ep...
Asthma-friendly cleaning is easy and cost-effective! Swipe to see the 4-ingredient safe cleaning recipes from the American Lung Association.
The 3rd week of September is "peak week" for asthma, meaning that the number of asthma attacks spikes dramatically this time of year. Make sure you keep a close eye out for asthma triggers to keep flare ups at bay.
Calling all pediatric OTs! We are looking for therapists to participate in a focus group on community-based asthma programs. Scan the QR code or check out the link to sign up: harrislab.wustl.edu/research/cur...
It's that time of year again - back to school season! To celebrate with our collaborators at Normandy Schools Collaborative and Ritenour School District, Dr. Kelly Harris and Lindsay Spell shared community resources and information on our lab work at school fairs. Thank you for having us!
Wrapping up a transformative summer! Meghan Jachna successfully completed the Summer Undergraduate Research Program through the WashU Center for the Environment and presented her findings with insight and confidence. The HOPE Lab is proud of her hard work and dedication to health equity!
Earlier this summer, Dr. Lindsay Spell attended AOTF's Workshop in Implementation Science and Health Grant Writing! Read more about the event here: www.aotf.org/About-AOTF/N...
It's summer! In the heat, asthma management looks a little bit different. Make sure to protect yourself from heat and the asthma symptoms they can cause! Learn more at community.aafa.org/blog/asthma-...
The HOPE Lab is proud of our postdoctoral associate, Dr. Lindsay Spell, for presenting on the Asthma Home Environmental Program at this year's Occupational Therapy Summit of Scholars in Seattle!
☀️ Welcome, Summer 2025 students! 🌻
Meghan is a rising junior studying Environmental Biology at Washington University in St. Louis.
Talia is a first-year doctoral student in the Occupational Therapy program and is completing her mentored scholarship experience with the HOPE lab.
Honoring freedom, resilience, and Black joy this Juneteenth in the heart of St. Louis. ✊🏾❤️💛💚 #JuneteenthSTL #FreedomDay #BlackHistoryEveryday
We are thrilled to highlight our community partner, Asthma and Allergy Impact and Rescue (AAIR)! Formerly AAFA-Midstates, AAIR runs various programs to support children with asthma. This August they are hosting their inaugural Asthma Summit in Lake Geneva, WI! aair.smallconferences.com
🌈 Celebrating #PrideMonth in the heart of St. Louis — where love shines brighter than the Arch and echoes forever and always 💖🏳️🌈✨ Here's to love that knows no limits, no labels, just truth and joy. #LoveIsForever #STLPride #Pride2025 #ForeverProud
We are proud to share that HOPE Lab's own Dr. Kelly Harris was selected for the William T. Grant Scholars Class of 2030! wtgrantfoundation.org/five-early-c...
