Podcast appearances and mentions of Akilah A Jefferson

Welcome to Part 2 of our interview with Dr. Akilah A. Jefferson, MD, MSc. In this episode, we get into the impact of Covid on the minority communities, and  I discuss the side effects caused by the Covid-19 Vaccine. Akilah A. Jefferson Shah, MD, MSc is an Assistant Professor of Pediatrics, Allergy, and Immunology at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine (UAMS). She received her medical degree from Tulane University School of Medicine and her BA in Bioethics from Brown University. She is also trained in health policy and bioethics, completing post-graduate degrees in both fields at Georgetown University and the National Institutes of Health. She completed her allergy and immunology fellowship training at the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID/NIH) and residency in internal medicine at The George Washington University Hospital. [00:01 – 06:44] Healthy People Information Anaphylaxis due to the Covid-19 Vaccine Article review on Anaphylaxis in relation to the Pfizer Vaccine after the first dose Definition of Anaphylaxis Sudden onset Rapid progression of signs and symptoms Involving multiple organ systems Common signs and symptoms of anaphylaxis after the first dose of Pfizer Vaccine [06:45 – 18:04] Part 2: Covid-19 and Minority Communities I talk about the values and vital information discussed in this episode Refusing to cater to patients due to underlying racism Increased rate of mortalities in Minority communities due to racism and biases Addressing and resolving racism and segregation in the healthcare industry What stops people, specifically people of color, from participating in Vaccine trials Combating mistrust [18:05 – 34:38] Campaign for Covid-19 Vaccination Akilah's thoughts on the first vaccines that came out Pfizer, Moderna, Johnson & Johnson Tracking and monitoring the symptoms and overall state of people who were vaccinated against Covid-19 Convincing people of the importance of getting vaccinated against Covid-19 The future of vaccines going forward Why we should invest in science and research Encouraging the youth to venture into science and medicine What we need to do as a nation to go back to some sense of normality  [34:39 – 39:52] Randy's Random Questions Do you have any personal superstitions? Do not put your purse on the ground, because you'll lose all your money Explain the importance of a birthday to a person who just woke up from a coma If you had to hang out with any fictitious character for an entire day? Who that be? Princess Ariel [39:53 – 43:20] Closing Segment Follow Dr. Akilah Jefferson Shah See Links Below Recap of key information discussed in the episode Final Words   Tweetable Quotes: “It's risk versus reward. I believe the reward is greater than the risk of harm when getting vaccinated for Covid-19.” - Dr. Randy Hines II “To combat mistrust, you have to give people a reason to trust you.” - Dr. Akilah Jefferson “You can have an allergic reaction to any medication you take, to any other vaccine you take.” - Dr. Akilah Jefferson  “The only way we get back to any sense of normalcy is when we all decide that we're each other's keepers.” - Dr. Akilah Jefferson   Resources and Links Mentioned: Shimabukuro, Tom, and Narayan Nair. “Allergic Reactions Including Anaphylaxis After Receipt of the First Dose of Pfizer-BioNtech Covid-19 Vaccine.” Journal of the American Medical Association, vol. 325, no. 8, 23 Feb. 2021, pp. 780–781. Covid's Devastation on the Black Community and What Needs to Change Jama February Article on Anaphylaxis in relationships to the Pfizer Vaccine after first dose CDC Article on Anaphylaxis after receipt of first dose of Pfizer Vaccine The Brighton Collaboration Brighton Collaboration Case Definition of Anaphylaxis for use in SPSU study Connect with Akilah, follow her on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Pinterest.   To know more, you can connect with me on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. Also, visit my website https://hinesentertainment.com/ or email me at hinesentertainmentgrp@gmail.com    LEAVE A REVIEW AND RATING + help someone who wants to learn more about useful health information by sharing this episode or click here to listen to more episodes.

This week, the show is joined by Dr. Akilah Jefferson to breakdown common misconceptions and questions about the COVID-19 Vaccine. This is an informative episode for anyone debating on receiving a vaccination. More About Dr. Akilah: Akilah A. Jefferson Shah, MD, MSc is an Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine (UAMS) and Arkansas Children’s Hospital (ACH). She is also a researcher at the Arkansas Children’s Research Institute (ACRI). Dr. Jefferson Shah received her medical degree from Tulane University School of Medicine. She completed her residency in Internal Medicine at the George Washington University Hospital. She is board-certified in Internal Medicine and Allergy/Immunology. Dr. Jefferson Shah is a researcher and her research focuses on asthma, health disparities, health policy, and ethics. She has a special interest in novel approaches to health policy and social determinants related to disparate asthma health outcomes. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Dr. Jefferson Shah has immersed herself into issues related to health disparities and ethics, engaging through invited lectures, publications, and popular media outlets such at the Huffington Post and NPR. For more visit us at, https://prettypoliticalpodcast.com/ or follow @prettypoliticalpodcast on Instagram. Make sure to rate, comment and subscribe!

Throughout 2020, Legal-Ease Podcast produced episodes with partner ASU Law's Academy for Justice, covering COVID-19 and its impact across communities. This episode discusses COVID-19's impact on Black communities, and the conversation navigates key history, vaccination, and steps toward building trust. We welcome guests Dr. Akilah A. Jefferson Shah and Dr. Howard Henderson. Akilah A. Jefferson Shah, MD, MSc, is an expert in health policy and bioethics, an Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine (UAMS) and researcher at Arkansas Children’s Research Institute (ACRI). Howard Henderson is the Founding Director of the Center for Justice Research and professor of Justice Administration in the Barbara Jordan - Mickey Leland School of Public Affairs. Howard’s research focuses on culturally-responsive criminal justice programming and predictive bias.

Join us as Maryland Oncology Hematology https://marylandoncology.com host Andrew Mener M.D. interviews the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine https://medicine.uams.edu/ Assistant Professor of Pediatrics Akilah A. Jefferson Shah, MD. Prior to this appointment, she was faculty at the University of California San Diego and Rady Children’s Hospital San Diego in the Division of Allergy, Immunology, and Rheumatology. She completed her allergy and immunology fellowship training at the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID/NIH) in Bethesda, MD and residency in internal medicine at The George Washington University Hospital in Washington, DC. She received her medical degree from Tulane University School of Medicine and her BA in Bioethics from Brown University. Dr. Jefferson Shah is also an expert in health policy and bioethics, completing post-graduate training in both fields at Georgetown University and the National Institutes of Health, respectively. In addition to clinical care, her work focuses on the intersections of health care, clinical research, health disparities, health policy, and ethics.Twitter: @DrAkilahJInstagram: @akilahjeffersonmdFacebook: @akilahjeffersonmd

This episode we discuss the data so far about how long Covid-19 Antibodies stay in your system and what that means in terms of a vaccine and the concept of herd immunity.We also discuss the similarities and differences in food intolerance versus a sensitivity versus a full blown food allergy.  We answer questions such as, what are the ways food allergies are diagnosed. What types of blood tests can be given? Are food intolerances forever? Are food sensitivity tests reliable or recommended?  Dr. Shah lets us in on the potential danger in using Benadryl  and how often we can use over the counter anti-histamines. Akilah A. Jefferson Shah, MD, MSc is an Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at University ofArkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine, Allergy and Immunology Section. Prior tothis appointment she was faculty at University of California San Diego and Rady Children’sHospital San Diego. She completed her allergy and immunology fellowship at the NationalInstitute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases at the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, MDand residency in internal medicine at The George Washington University Hospital inWashington, DC. She received her medical degree from Tulane University School of Medicineand her BA in Bioethics from Brown University. Dr. Jefferson Shah is also an expert in healthpolicy and bioethics, completing post-graduate training in both fields at Georgetown University and the National Institutes of Health, respectively. In addition to clinical care, her work focuseson the intersections of health care, clinical research, health disparities, health policy, and ethics.Her research is supported by the Arkansas Children’s Research Institute and ArkansasBiosciences Institute. She is from New Orleans, Louisiana.Akilah Jefferson Shah MD - Instagram @akilahjeffersonmd  Yo This Can't Be Life - Instagram @yothiscantbelife     Facebook facebook.com/yothiscantbelifeIf you like what you hear please consider subscribing,rating, or reviewing the podcast to show your support.  Join our email list at yothiscantbelife.com