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As we know, February was Black History Month. During February and really every day, we are celebrating love, contributions, and lives of black folks and black communities. - During this episode, I spoke with Dr. Julia Rosebush, the Medical Director of Care2Prevent (C2P), the University of Chicago’s Pediatric and Adolescent HIV Program. C2P is the largest provider of pediatric HIV care on the South Side of Chicago, serving nearly 800 individuals each year. - HIV/AIDS impacts communities...

I think the title of this episode gives an indication of what we will focus on and that’s the verdict of Breonna Taylor’s case. As we know the grand jury of the trial did not charge ANY of the officers with killing Breonna Taylor in her Louisville apartment, and instead, one of the officer’s was only accused of firing recklessly and was indicted on three counts of endangering neighbors. I don’t have to say much more than this but I truly want to use this episode to discuss history and its...

In this episode, I spoke with Nicole Vick! Nicole is a seasoned public health professional, spending the last fifteen years providing tools and strategies to stakeholders, community-based organizations, and residents to improve health and prevent disease in some of Los Angeles County’s most underserved communities. She also has 12 years of academic teaching experience. In addition to all of her work as a public health professional, educator, and advocate, she is an author! In her first book...

This episode focuses on grief. I wanted to discuss this topic because 2020 seems like a year that we have all been impacted by this strong emotion due to everything that’s happened. From the passing of loved ones to celebrity passing’s that have shaken us all, I think discussing this complicated emotion and learning more about public health’s involvement is essential in the healing process. Key Takeaways: For Adults/Older Adults https://www.nhpco.org/patients-and-caregivers/For Children...

This episode discusses IPV or Intimate Partner Violence. It is no secret that this occurs daily, and one of the trending headlines in the pop culture world was the act of violence toward Megan Thee Stallion by artist Tory Lanez. Intimate Partner Violence or IPV IS A PUBLIC HEALTH ISSUE. When I started this podcast, I wanted to make it very known that public health spands across so many different areas that we may not even think and this is a prime example. Intimate Partner Violence is...

This episode, I was invited to speak with Public Health Culture host Leonora Okwara, MPH to discuss the following: Action Steps/Resources: Check out her podcast at https://www.publichealthresearchconsulting.com Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/phfortheculture)

Self-Care is a topic discussed so much but we sometime lack in actually practicing it. This episode talks about self-care and also explains its relationship to public health! . . Resources TalkSpace.com Guided Meditation Example https://k-p.li/2E5i7Cf Family Paths Self-Care Tips https://bit.ly/3kOUMWH Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/phfortheculture)

According to the CDC, high blood pressure (hypertension) increases the risk for heart disease and stroke, two leading causes of death for Americans. And in communities of color, these rates are increasing daily. Jasmine Solola, a medical student in Chicago, has worked toward addressing this by creating a program that helps to reduce hypertension rates by adjusting soulful dishes to reduce salt and still keep the flavor. . . Episode...

This episode discusses racism, the social implications of it, and what it actually means to be an ally to the Black Lives Matter Movement. This episode also features a conversation with public health student and Black Lives Matter ally Aishwarya Balakrishna. . . Episode Resources https://schweitzerfellowship.orghttps://www.raceforward.orghttps://j4jalliance.com Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/phfortheculture)

On this episode I speak with Alisa Howard. Alisa Howard is a Public Health Servant Leader, Community Health Educator, Author and Editor. With extensive experience in the field, Alisa has used her skills to address community health needs. . . Episode Resources: Alisa Howard Site https://www.alisahoward.com . Community Health Worker Training and Education https://www.nvchwa.org/training-and-education/ . Centers for Disease Control and Prevention...

This episode focuses on how misinformation, or the inadvertent spread of false information and disinformation, the deliberate spread of false information, can have harmful effects on individual and population health. With this knowledge, our goal is to counter this "infodemic" as noted by the World Health Organization and replace with up-to-date, relevant, and accurate information. . . Episode Resource(s): The Health Literacy Solutions Center...

"Black communities are disproportionately impacted by COVID-19." That is what the headlines have been saying as of late. To some of us, this is not a shocker, however, to most it is. But why? Well, this episode I spoke with Dr. Aja Reynolds, a Visiting Assistant Professor of Urban Education and Critical Race Studies in the Teacher Education Department at Wayne State University with a background and emphasis on working with educators and communities in sustaining freedom schooling for Black...

Day 7, the final day of NPHW 2020 is focusing on Economics. On this episode, I interviewed Professor Anthony LoSasso of DePaul University (Alma Mater!) Anthony T. LoSasso is an economist whose research spans several dimensions of health and labor economics, health policy and health services and outcomes research. LoSasso is keenly interested in how government policies affect private sector decisions. An area of particular interest for LoSasso is the effects of health insurance benefit...

Day 6 of National Public Health Week focuses on Healthy Housing. Safe and stable housing is so important to health outcomes. This episode features an interview with the Executive Director of the Housing Authority of Cook County, the second largest housing authority in Illinois. Richard J. Monocchio has dedicated his professional career to public service for nearly 25 years. He began his housing career under the Clinton Administration, serving in the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban...

One of the themes for NPHW 2020 was Environmental Health. During this episode, we speak with a Senior Environmental Health Specialist, Ashish Patel, a Senior Environmental Health Specialist with the University of Chicago. He has 13 years of experience in the fields of occupational health and safety and environmental compliance. Mr. Patel received his Masters of Science in Industrial Hygiene from the University of Iowa College of Public Health and a Bachelors of Science in Chemical...

Day 3 of #NPHW2020 or National Public Health Week 2020 is focusing on Violence Prevention! Violence is a leading causes of premature deaths in this country, so it is vital to do the best we can with addressing this. On that note, I have interviewed Ashley Stone, an expert in the field of #violenceprevention, focusing on non-violence education and approaches. Ashley Stone is a native of Chicago, IL, born and raised in the Bronzeville community. She is currently completing her doctorate in...

It's Day 2 of National Public Health Week 2020 and today's theme is on Maternal and Child Health! To speak on this topic and share valuable insights and resources is a pediatric provider who has extensive knowledge and experience in this realm. Dr. Joseph Hageman, a clinically retired Neonatologist, Pediatric Intensivist and Hospitalist, Senior Emeritus Professor of Pediatrics at Northwestern University’s The Feinberg School of Medicine, and Director NICU Quality Improvement at Comer...

April 6, 2020 is the start of National Public Health Week 2020 (http://www.nphw.org/nphw-2020) ! To kickstart this week and the first theme of National Public Health Week, Mental Illness, I interviewed NAMI Chicago Executive Director, Alexa James, LCSW. As Executive Director, Alexa has made NAMI Chicago a leading voice in the conversation around mental wellness, challenges of the mental health system, and mental health education in Chicago and beyond. This episode of...

Let's talk about mental and physical health while we are all staying home/sheltering in place! . . Episode Resources: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prepare/managing-stress-anxiety.html HealthyChildren.org: https://www.healthychildren.org/English/Pages/default.aspx 2020 Census: https://2020census.gov/ TalkSpace: https://www.talkspace.com Music Tip: How about making a de-stress playlist! Support the show...

COVID-19 is everywhere right now! This episode provides a breakdown of the in's and out's in terms that are easily digestible. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/phfortheculture)