Distrust & Disparities: Dismantling Black Health Disparities
We are two Black women discussing health disparities that disproportionately affect the Black community. We examine current and historical cases of medical injustices within the American healthcare system. And we amplify organizations and individuals working with marginalized communities to improve health outcomes.
Episodes
In this episode we discuss the courageous and resilient Black nurses who treated patients with the highly contagious tuberculosis and played pivotal roles in discovering the cure for the disease.
And we highlight the National Black Nurses Association serving as the voice for Black nurses and diverse populations ensuring equal access to professional development, promoting educational opportunities, and improving health.
In this episode we discuss the 2024 theme for Black Maternal Health Week and have a conversation about the things that give us hope and joy for Black birthing people.
If you would like to suggest a topic, guest, or organization email us at distrustanddisparities@gmail.com.
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In this episode we discuss the sewage crisis in Lowndes County, a predominantly Black county in Alabama that has been dealing with wastewater issues for decades.
And we highlight Catherine Coleman Flowers, an environmental and climate justice activist working to address the inadequate waste and water sanitation infrastructures in rural communities in the U.S.
Visit Catherine’s website to learn more about her environmental acti...
Content Warning: We briefly discuss suicide in this episode, listener discretion is advised.
In this episode Jasmyn discusses finding inspiration and motivation from books written by and for Black women.
And we highlight The Free Black Women’s Library, a community library that centers Black women and Black non-binary writers through a variety of free events, workshops, and public programs.
Content Warning: We discuss pregnancy complications, miscarriages, stillbirths, and abortions in this episode, listener discretion is advised.
In this episode we cover the heartbreaking story of Brittany Watts. A Black woman from Ohio who was prosecuted after experiencing a pregnancy loss.
And we highlight In Our Own Voice: National Black Women’s Reproductive Justice Agenda, a national-state partnership working to secure reprod...
Content Warning: We discuss suicide, mental health, and other triggering topics in this episode, listener discretion is advised.
In this episode we shed light on the detrimental effects oppressive work environments can have on Black women. We discuss the death of Dr. Antoinette “Bonnie” Candia-Bailey, a Black woman who dealt with harassment and bullying from her white male boss in higher education.
And we highlight the organiz...
In this episode we discuss the Black Panthers, their health initiatives, and community programs to address the disparities in the Black community.
And we highlight acclaimed scholar and writer Dr. Alondra Nelson and her book Body and Soul: The Black Panther Party and the Fight Against Medical Discrimination*.
If you would like to suggest a topic, guest, or organization email us at distrustanddisparities@gmail.com.
In this rerun episode we discuss environmental racism and Black families. We cover Gordon Plaza, a New Orleans housing development specifically built for Black first time home buyers. The residents were not told that their dream homes were built on top of a landfill saturated with toxins harmful to their health.
And we highlight the Residents of Gordon Plaza, a community organization fighting back against environmental racism an...
In this rerun episode we cover the tragic story of Antavia Gotitall Lee-Worsham, a young diabetic woman forced to ration her insulin due to absurdly high costs. And we highlight T1Diabetes Journey, the organization created by Antroinette Worsham, who is fighting to change laws and prevent more deaths.
Follow T1 Diabetes Journey on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn to learn more about diabetes, access resources, and to su...
In this episode we highlight some listener reviews, discuss making it to the end of this year, and the importance of rest, hydration, check ups, and therapy.
If you would like to suggest a topic, guest, or organization email us at distrustanddisparities@gmail.com.
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In this rerun episode we discuss Dr. Susan Moore’s tragic battle with COVID-19. She was a Black doctor who took to social media to expose a hospital's racially biased treatment she received as a patient. And we highlight Dr. Kizzmekia Corbett, an immunologist who was one of the scientists who helped develop the Moderna vaccine for COVID-19.
Follow Dr. Kizzmekia Corbett on Instagram and Twitter for COVID-19 updates and to see the ...
In this episode we discuss the origins of pulse oximeters, medical devices that measure oxygen levels, and the unacceptable inaccuracies of readings for people with darker complexions. And we highlight Black researchers in engineering and physics utilizing innovative technology to create equitable pulse oximetry devices.
If you would like to suggest a topic, guest, or organization email us at distrustanddisparities@gmail.com.
In this episode we interview Dr. Omolara Uwemedimo, a Black female physician with nearly 20 years in pediatrics, the co-founder of Strong Children Wellness an integrated health practice network for marginalized children and families in New York City and the founder of Melanin & Medicine, a health equity consultancy helping Black, Indigenous, and People of Color health practitioners to have funding to sustain their health justic...
In this episode we cover the story of Sybil Garbow, a Black nurse with over 40 years of experience who was convicted of assault because of a racist coworker and a criminal justice system that hardly ever views Black women as victims.
And we highlight two Black nursing leaders amplifying Sybil’s story and advocating for justice.
Irnise Williams
Tauqilla Manning
In this episode we interview Jasmine Samuel, a Black nurse, healthcare administrator, triple-negative breast cancer survivor, and founder of The Patient Nurse Foundation, an organization that provides essential care management support and patient navigation services to Mississippians, a state with some of the worst health outcomes in the U.S.
Contact Jasmine through email or by phone to learn more about The Patient Nurse Foundat...
In this episode we discuss how structural racism like underfunded research, inadequate care, and misconceptions about sickle cell disease have hindered treatment advancements. We cover a story of how the fragmented healthcare system can cause more harm for SCD patients.
And we highlight Sick Cells, an advocacy organization elevating the voices of the sickle cell community to influence positive change.
Visit the Sick Cells webs...
Content Warning: We discuss sexual assault, kidnapping, murder, and other triggering topics in this episode, listener discretion is advised.
In this episode we discuss the disproportionate media coverage and law enforcement resources given to missing Black women and girls. We cover the harrowing story of a Black woman who escaped a white supremacist and accused rapist.
And we highlight the Black and Missing Foundation, an organ...
In this episode we continue our interview with Dr. Jerome Lisk, an African American dual board certified neurologist with a subspecialty in movement disorders. Dr. Lisk discusses racial bias affecting African American physicians and the difficulty of trying to get medical journals to publish articles addressing it.
Dr. Lisk is a practicing neurologist and adjunct clinical assistant professor in Texas and is currently pursuing a c...
In this episode we interview Dr. Jerome Lisk, an African American dual board certified neurologist with a subspecialty in movement disorders. Dr. Lisk educates us about common misconceptions in neurology, discusses systemic issues related to accessibility, and new medical tests being developed to diagnose patients earlier.
Dr. Lisk is a practicing neurologist and adjunct clinical assistant professor in Texas and is currently purs...
In this episode we continue our interview with Britney Daniels, a Black queer travel nurse, social advocate, and author. Britney demonstrates the importance of speaking up, and advocating for yourself and your patients in her book, Journal of a Black Queer Nurse.
Visit Britney’s website to learn more about their work, upcoming events, and to purchase their book Journal of a Black Queer Nurse.
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