Compartir su historial de tabaquismo podría salvarle la vida | Rebecca Mattson | TEDxSanDiegoSalon

Muchas personas subestiman su historial de tabaquismo o lo omiten, a menudo por miedo a ser juzgadas o a que aumenten sus costos de seguro médico. En esta charla de TEDxSanDiegoSalon, la científica en enfermería Rebecca Mattson analiza por qué los pacientes dudan en compartir su historial completo y por qué esa información importa. Invita a repensar lo que se comunica a los profesionales de la salud y a facilitar que los pacientes hablen con franqueza, sin vergüenza.

• Por qué se subestima el historial de tabaquismo
• Miedo al juicio y a mayores costos de seguro
• Cómo una conversación honesta apoya la atención al paciente

Have you ever under reported your smoking history, or left it out entirely, because you feared judgment or higher health insurance costs? You may think you’re protecting yourself, but withholding that information could mean risking your life. Rebecca Mattson explores why people hesitate to share their full smoking history and why that conversation matters. She invites us to rethink what we tell our healthcare providers, and how we can make it easier for patients to speak openly, without shame. An honest conversation could help protect your health, and save your life. Connect with Rebecca: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattsonsdsu?trk=contact-info #SmokingHistory #PatientCare #HealthCommunication #TEDx #TEDxSanDiego #SDSU #moorescancercenter Dr. Rebecca Mattson, PhD, RN, is a nurse scientist and public health researcher at San Diego State University focused on improving population health through early disease detection. As a Co-Investigator on federally supported research, she leverages advanced artificial intelligence and machine learning (AI/ML) for the early detection of lung cancer. Additionally, as a Principal Investigator partnering with a major healthcare system, Dr. Mattson utilizes Apple Health to explore how everyday health signals can reveal hidden disease risks. Her technology-driven research aims to bridge gaps between clinical healthcare and the home, transforming routine data into actionable opportunities for prevention and improved patient outcomes. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx