Podcasts about Community health

In this episode of The Produce Moms Podcast, host Lori Taylor welcomes Danielle Harmon, Senior Director of Community Health & Impact, and Dr. Nika Larian, Vice President of Wellness at Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH), for an inspiring conversation about improving health outcomes through Food Is Medicine in rural Appalachia.

Until the COVID -19 pandemic, public health was nearly invisible. Most of us did not think about the people who keep an eye on restaurants, public water supplies, air quality, vaccination rates, outbreaks of diseases like measles, and many other measures that contribute to a healthy community. That has changed. Public health is often in the headlines. It has become more political and less trusted. Guest host Julie Philipp discusses the current state of public health and how it affects you. In studio: Anja Bottler, M.D., service line division head for infectious disease at Rochester Regional Health Paul S. Graman, M.D., professor of medicine and senior associate hospital epidemiologist in the Infectious Diseases Division at the University of Rochester Medical Center  Michael Mendoza, M.D., MPH, senior medical director for Town Square Health Laura Sugarwala, MBA, RD, director of community health partnerships at the Center for Community Health & Prevention, part of University of Rochester Medicine ---Connections is supported by listeners like you. Head to our donation page to become a WXXI member today, support the show, and help us close the gap created by the rescission of federal funding.---Connections airs every weekday from noon-2 p.m. Join the conversation with questions or comments by phone at 1-844-295-TALK (8255) or 585-263-9994, email, Facebook or Twitter. Connections is also livestreamed on the WXXI News YouTube channel each day. You can watch live or access previous episodes here.---Do you have a story that needs to be shared? Pitch your story to Connections.

Nick Freudenberg discusses with Ivan six things which should be better known. Nicholas Freudenberg is distinguished professor emeritus of public health at the City University of New York School of Public Health. His expertise includes childhood lead poisoning, AIDS prevention, urban food policy, community organization for health, and mass incarceration. Since the 1970s, Freudenberg has studied, evaluated, taught about, and participated in health activist campaigns in New York City and elsewhere. Freudenberg is the author of several books, including At What Cost: Modern Capitalism and the Future of Health (2021), Lethal but Legal Corporation, Consumption and Protecting Public Health (2014) and Not in Our Backyards! Community Action for Health and the Environment (1984). He was the founding director of the CUNY Urban Food Policy Institute, the CUNY Public Health Doctoral Program, and the Hunter College Center on AIDS, Drugs and Community Health. His new book is Fighting for New York, which is available at https://cup.columbia.edu/book/fighting-for-new-york/9780231221405/. Many advances in health are due to activists' health campaigns Changes in living conditions are more important than advances in medicine Short-term failures in activism may turn into long-term success The idea that the current situation is inevitable is the biggest threat to activism Activist groups win by bringing different communities together The key is to convince politicians they have more to lose by following demands of wealthier supporters This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm

Producer/Hosts: Ron Beard and Liz Graves College of the Atlantic provides help with production. Engineering by Joel Mann of WERU Community Radio. Theme music for Talk of the Towns Theme is a medley from Coronach, on a Balnain House Highland Music recording. Talk of the Towns: Local Community concerns and opportunities This month: What are some of the milestones in Healthy Acadia’s 25 year history? What are the connections between promoting and enhancing health and wellness and the health care sector? What are examples of how Healthy Acadia works with partners? What are ways in which Healthy Acadia measures outcomes of its work? How does Healthy Acadia approach the issue of food security? How does Healthy Acadia support people in recovery? Guest/s: Elsie Flemings, Executive Director, Healthy Acadia. Maria Donahue, Community Health and Prevention Director, Healthy Acadia. Katie Freedman, Community Health and Food Programs Director, Healthy Acadia. FMI: healthyacadia.org About the hosts: Ron Beard is producer and host of Talk of the Towns, which first aired on WERU in 1993 as part of his community building work as an Extension professor with University of Maine Cooperative Extension and Sea Grant. He took all the journalism courses he could fit in while an undergraduate student in wildlife management and served as an intern with Maine Public Television nightly newscast in the early 1970s. Ron is an adjunct faculty member at College of the Atlantic, teaching courses on community development. Ron served on the Bar Harbor Town Council for six years and is currently board chair for the Jesup Memorial Library in Bar Harbor, where he has lived since 1975. Look for him on the Allagash River in June, and whenever he can get away, in the highlands of Scotland where he was fortunate to spend two sabbaticals. Liz Graves joined Talk of the Towns as co-producer and co-host in July 2022, having long admired public affairs programming on WERU and dreamed of getting involved in community radio. She works as the Town Clerk for the Town of Bar Harbor, and is a former editor of the Mount Desert Islander weekly newspaper. Liz grew up in California and came to Maine as a schooner sailor. The post Talk of the Towns 8/12/26: Celebrating the Work of Healthy Acadia over 25 Years first appeared on WERU 89.9 FM Blue Hill, Maine Local News and Public Affairs Archives.

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Ep 128: Neurodiversity in Black Families with Rosemary Sanders-Price of Rose in Bloom TherapyPart of noseyAF's 31 Days of Black Business series

What if the biggest threat to your healthcare organization isn't competition or reimbursement rates — it's the moment one of your team members decided that the policy was more important than the person in front of them? In this episode, Jamie sits down with Matt Staub, CEO of Your Health, to explore the timeless "Give 'Em the Pickle" philosophy — born in a burger joint, but almost perfectly designed for healthcare. Matt and Jamie unpack the four pillars of the pickle framework — service, attitude, consistency, and teamwork — and trace each one directly into the reality of patient care, care team dynamics, and organizational culture. Video LinkGive Em The Pickle Youtube Video   What you'll hear in this episode: Why charging a loyal customer 75 cents for extra pickles is the same mistake healthcare makes every day — and how the Ritz Carlton's $2,500 employee empowerment policy points to a better way How attitude isn't just a soft skill — it's the infrastructure of every patient interaction, including the ones where you're already having a bad day Why mistakes in healthcare aren't failures — they're invitations, and the patients who complained and felt heard often become your fiercest advocates What real consistency looks like in care delivery: not doing the same thing robotically, but doing ordinary things extraordinarily well, every single time How teamwork in healthcare means every person in the organization — from the CEO to the community health worker — has a role in whether the patient feels seen and served This episode will challenge you to look at service not as a department or a satisfaction score, but as the very soul of what your organization stands for. Give 'em the pickle.

According to the National Institutes of Health, even if you feel fine, it's important to see your health provider for regular checkups because annual wellness exams can help you avoid problems in the future. For example, the only way to find out if you have high blood pressure is to have it checked regularly, and regular blood tests can check for high blood sugar and high cholesterol which may not have any symptoms in the early stages. The Kanas Health Foundation's Distinguished Professor of Community Health, Elaine Johannes, says we should stop making excuses for skipping our annual wellness exam and start making it a priority. Sound Living is a weekly public affairs program addressing issues related to families and consumers. It is hosted by Jeff Wichman. Each episode shares the expertise of K-State specialists in fields such as child nutrition, food safety, adult development and aging, youth development, family resource management, physical fitness and more. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu. K‑State Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan.

When Doctors Become Caregivers: Supporting Carers, Community Health, and the Limits of Quick Fixes On the Health Design Podcast, Moyez Jiwa speaks with physician Tyson Garfield about how his perspective on patient experience shifted after his partner was diagnosed with a mucinous borderline ovarian tumor, underwent radical surgery, and faced a prolonged recovery that felt fractured despite good surgical care. Tyson describes the emotional labor, uncertainty before pathology, and using the AI tool OpenEvidence, as well as the need for caregiver support through primary care access and “the village,” noting the healthcare system funds individuals but not unpaid carers. They discuss rural and urban aging challenges including transport dependence, food deserts, limited internet, clinician retention, and fragmented community ties, and highlight community-focused care models like PACE and the importance of social workers. They also debate rising demand for semaglutides/GLP-1s, concerns about long-term effects such as sarcopenia, and the need for clinicians to be more vocal advocates for healthy aging and evidence-based information. 00:00 Welcome Back Tyson 00:39 Partner Diagnosis Shock 03:55 Recovery Gaps Exposed 05:09 Emotional Labor Uncertainty 09:13 Caregiver Needs Support 10:51 Supporting the Carers 12:04 Why Village Unfunded 15:14 Rural Aging Tasmania 19:48 Building Rural Care Models 22:09 Keeping Doctors Rural 26:28 Urban Isolation Caregivers 30:33 Sharing Info Legal Risks 32:56 Ethics What Matters Most 34:51 Social Drivers Physician Role 37:46 Food Deserts GLP1 Debate 42:13 Advocacy Against Quick Fixes 45:06 Closing Thanks Farewell

Heart disease and stroke remain two of the biggest health challenges facing people in Ireland, but early detection can make a significant difference.   Next Tuesday (11th August), the Croí Mobile Health Hub will be in Ennis offering free blood pressure, pulse and cholesterol checks as part of a new community health initiative supported by the Michael Guinee Charitable Foundation. To tell us more about the service and why knowing your numbers is so important, Alan Morrissey was joined by the Chief Executive Officer of Croí, Mark O'Donnell. Image (c) Croí

Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, or EDS, is a genetic connective tissue disorder that can affect nearly every system in the body. Yet many people spend years living with unexplained pain, frequent injuries, gastrointestinal concerns, cardiovascular symptoms, and other challenges before receiving a diagnosis.In this episode, Corey speaks with physical therapist Dr. Emma McCauley about the difference between hypermobility and EDS, why diagnosis can take more than a decade, and how racial disparities can make that journey even longer for people of color.Dr. McCauley also explains how physical therapy can help people improve joint stability, body awareness, movement, and quality of life. The conversation highlights the importance of listening to patients, building diverse healthcare professions, and helping people find ways to live full lives while managing chronic conditions.Show NotesEhlers-Danlos syndrome is often associated with flexibility, but the condition can affect far more than a person's joints.Dr. Emma McCauley joins The Healthy Project Podcast to explain how EDS affects connective tissue throughout the body and why symptoms can look different from one person to another.Corey and Dr. McCauley discuss the long road many patients face before receiving a diagnosis. They also explore why pain reported by Black patients and other patients of color may be dismissed, contributing to even longer delays in receiving answers and care.Dr. McCauley explains the role physical therapists can play in recognizing patterns, helping patients understand their bodies, and connecting them with other healthcare professionals.In This EpisodeWhat Ehlers-Danlos syndrome isThe difference between EDS and general hypermobilityWhy an EDS diagnosis can take 10 to 12 years or longerHow racial bias and pain dismissal affect diagnosisWhy EDS is not only a white person's conditionHow EDS can affect the cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, nervous, and musculoskeletal systemsThe connection between hypermobility and neurodivergenceHow physical therapy improves proprioception, stability, and body awarenessWhy movement may feel awkward when patients learn new patternsHow physical therapists help patients make long-term lifestyle changesWhy representation matters within the physical therapy professionHow Iowa's direct-access laws may allow patients to see a physical therapist without a referralEpisode Timestamps00:48 – Dr. Emma McCauley's path to physical therapy02:22 – How she began working with patients with EDS03:53 – Understanding EDS and hypermobility04:58 – The long road to receiving a diagnosis06:43 – Why EDS is not a white person's disease08:06 – Racial disparities in pain treatment and diagnosis09:13 – Diversity and representation in physical therapy11:52 – Why physical therapists may have more time to listen13:18 – Proprioception, joint stability, and body awareness16:55 – EDS and the aging process17:13 – Comorbidities, mental health, and neurodivergence19:28 – Helping patients experience more of life21:02 – Physical therapy as long-term lifestyle management22:20 – How to begin seeking physical therapy services24:10 – How to connect with Dr. Emma McCauleyAbout Dr. Emma McCauleyDr. Emma McCauley is a physical therapist at Kinetic Edge Physical Therapy in the Des Moines area. Her work includes helping people with hypermobility and Ehlers-Danlos syndrome better understand their bodies, build stability, manage pain, and improve their quality of life.Connect with Dr. Emma McCauleyKinetic Edge Physical Therapy6000 Grand AvenueDes Moines, IowaEmail: emma@kineticedgept.com ★ Support this podcast ★

What does it look like the day a healthcare merger closes — not in a press release, but in real life? Scott Middleton was still signing DocuSign documents from his car when Jamie Preston hit record, and what followed is one of the most honest conversations yet about what it takes to grow a healthcare organization without losing the soul of why you started. Scott Middleton, Owner of Your Health and Chief Disruption Officer, joins the show to break down the just-completed acquisition of TCPA and Providence Care — and what it means to suddenly be responsible for 32 nursing home buildings, 900 new patients, and the enormous operational lift of pulling it all together under one roof. In this episode, Scott and Jamie cover: Why Your Health is immediately deploying two nurses and two community health workers per building — and how the revenue model makes them essentially self-funding from day one The continuous care hospice strategy: how night nurses on call can simultaneously generate $67/hour in Medicare reimbursement and ensure no patient dies alone The critical failure Scott discovered — hospice patients who haven't been seen by a provider since January, and the financial and human cost of letting that slide Why strategic planning lives in the field, not the boardroom — and what happens when leaders stop getting out from behind their desks The 30-day integration sprint: switching all providers to Athena, connecting hospice nurses to nurse practitioners, and getting risk scores captured before it's too late This is what disruption actually sounds like — not a keynote, not a case study, but a leader in motion, making decisions in real time, building something the healthcare system has never seen. If you're in healthcare, business, or just believe the way things have always been done is not good enough — this one's for you. www.YourHealth.Org

Final thoughts highlight post-COVID skepticism, the need for public empowerment, and demand for health freedom rooted in evidence and self-education. #HealthAutonomy #PublicAwakening #InformedHealth #HealthTalks

For more than five decades, Nicholas Freudenberg has been at the forefront of some of the most consequential public health movements in America. As Distinguished Professor Emeritus of Public Health at the City University of New York (CUNY), he has dedicated his career to understanding—and transforming—the social, political, and economic forces that shape health outcomes. In this compelling episode of Let's Have This Conversation, Nicholas shares why improving public health requires far more than advances in medicine. It demands courageous leadership, community activism, policy reform, and a willingness to challenge systems that perpetuate inequality. Our conversation explores the evolution of public health activism through the lens of some of society's most pressing challenges, including: Nicholas also discusses his newest book, Fighting for New York: Activism for Health and Social Justice Since the 1960s, which chronicles decades of grassroots organizing and reveals the lessons today's leaders, advocates, educators, and policymakers can apply to create healthier, more equitable communities. As the founder of CUNY's Urban Food Policy Institute, the Hunter College Center on AIDS, Drugs and Community Health, and the university-wide Healthy CUNY initiative, Nicholas has spent a lifetime turning research into action. His work demonstrates that meaningful societal change happens when academic knowledge, community engagement, and public policy come together. Whether you're a public health professional, healthcare leader, policymaker, nonprofit executive, educator, student, or simply someone passionate about creating healthier communities, this conversation offers valuable insights into how collective action can improve lives and shape a more just society. This episode examines critical questions facing communities around the world: Join us for an insightful conversation about leadership, advocacy, public policy, social justice, and the enduring power of ordinary people working together to create extraordinary change.   For more Information: https://sph.cuny.edu/about/people/faculty/nicholas-freudenberg/ Get the Book: https://cup.columbia.edu/book/fighting-for-new-york/9780231221405/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amy Gorn with the Mat-Su Health Foundation joins host Mike Chmielewski to discuss her work with the Healthy Families program and the state-wide Summer Camps the program sponsors Amy Gorn Interim Senior Program Officer, Healthy Families Health starts with access to basic needs. The Mat-Su Health Foundation supports organizations that ensure people in the Mat-Su […]

Send us Fan MailSend us Fan MailIn this enlightening episode of Living the Dream with Curveball, we sit down with Dr. Susan Pearce, a dynamic leader who exemplifies the power of resilience and adaptability. With a background in engineering and a PhD, Dr. Parrce made a courageous pivot from mining and consulting to healthcare, where she now serves as the CEO of a general advocacy practice in Australia. Her journey is a testament to the idea that extraordinary achievements often come without a clear roadmap.Dr. Pearce shares her fascinating transition into healthcare during the tumultuous onset of COVID-19, navigating the complexities of managing a general practice while rebuilding her credibility in a new field. She discusses the challenges she faced, including understanding healthcare terminology and the importance of integrating business acumen with patient care. Listeners will gain insight into her unique approach to leadership, which blends her engineering background with a passion for preventative health care.Key takeaways from this episode include:- The significance of planning and preparation in both engineering and healthcare- How to embrace uncertainty and view fear as a catalyst for growth- The impact of community health initiatives and the importance of preventative care- Dr. Pearce's advocacy work focused on improving access to healthcare and screening programs- Exciting upcoming projects, including innovative technology solutions for Alzheimer's careJoin us for a thought-provoking conversation that inspires listeners to embrace change, challenge the status quo, and pursue their passions with courage. For more information on Dr. Susan Pearce and her advocacy work, visit agpn.org.auSupport the show

In this episode, Craig Glover, EdD, MBA, MA, FACHE, FACMPE, President and Chief Executive Officer, FamilyCare Health Centers, discusses expanding access through urgent care, community pharmacies, and patient-centered services. He also shares how mission-driven leadership and a strong organizational culture are helping improve care for underserved communities.

What if one of the most important healthcare partners in your community isn't a clinic or hospital—but your local library?In this episode of the California State Rural Health Association Podcast, Lisa Lindsay, Library Programs Consultant with the California State Library, shares how rural libraries are evolving into trusted community health hubs. Drawing on more than 20 years of experience in public libraries, Lisa reveals how libraries are helping bridge healthcare gaps through innovative partnerships, trusted relationships, and creative programming that reaches people where they already feel comfortable.From telehealth access and blood pressure monitor lending programs to emergency preparedness, literacy services, nutrition education, and health resource fairs, Lisa demonstrates how libraries are addressing the social drivers of health in ways many healthcare organizations have yet to discover. She also shares inspiring examples from rural and tribal communities across California, highlighting how collaboration between libraries, public health agencies, nonprofits, and healthcare providers is creating healthier, more connected communities.Whether you're a rural healthcare leader, public health professional, librarian, or community advocate, this conversation will challenge the way you think about community partnerships—and reveal why libraries may be one of healthcare's most underutilized assets.In this episode, you'll learn:Why libraries have become trusted access points for health information and services.How rural libraries are expanding access through telehealth, health screenings, and wellness programming.The impact of the Rural Health Connections Project across California.How partnerships with organizations like the American Heart Association are improving cardiovascular health through the Libraries with Heart initiative.Practical ideas for healthcare organizations looking to collaborate with local libraries to better serve rural communities.Healthcare doesn't only happen in hospitals and clinics—it happens wherever people gather, learn, and trust. This episode offers a fresh perspective on building healthier rural communities through unexpected partnerships.Listen now to discover why the future of rural health may begin with a library card.Connect with Lisa Lindsay:LinkedInResourcesRural Health Connections Project (California)Libraries with Heart (American Heart Association partnership)California State Library (Library Programs & Rural Initiatives)The CSRHA has been a go-to resource for rural healthcare and community leaders since 1995. The CSRHA brings an accumulation of actionable insights to the next generation of rural healthcare leaders. For more behind the scenes of this podcast follow @CSRHApodcast on Twitter or @csrha.advocate on Facebook.If you enjoy This Is Rural Health, we could use your support! Please consider leaving a 5-star rating and review, and share it with someone who needs to hear this!Learn more about the CSRHA at csrha.org.

We're always looking for ways to stay young, healthy, and beautiful. But the so-called "fountain of youth"... could be in your neighborhood movie theater. So maybe it's actually the "soda fountain of youth?" A new study published this week in the Journal of Epidemiology and Community Health says engaging in cultural experiences like going to the movies or visiting a museum could be linked to slower physiological aging. Greg and Holly discuss and are then joined by the KSL Movie Show hosts Val Cameron and Andy Farnsworth to discuss the big movie of the week: The Odyssey.

Mandy J. Hill, DrPH, MPH, HIVPCP, is a first-time guest on the Faculty Factory who is highly aware of the unique challenges leaders face. She joins us this week to explore a critical yet often overlooked issue: the toxic feeling of a need to overperform in this field. Dr. Hill currently serves as Professor and Chair of the Department of Population Health and Health Disparities, and Centennial Chair in Preventive Medicine and Community Health, in the School of Public and Population Health at the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston (UTMB). Overperforming is frequently normalized because faculty are conditioned to exceed expectations rather than simply meet them. But "when that becomes the norm, you can create a toxic condition," as Dr. Hill points out in the interview's opening moments. “If you are an early-stage investigator without mentors and champions willing to bring you into that ‘winning team,' the default way of thinking is to do more,” Dr. Hill said. Overperforming is quickly becoming (if not already) the baseline in academia. It is the overwhelming reality of the culture, so what can be done? Autonomy and investing in ourselves are the only paths forward, and choosing when enough is enough has to be implemented or we risk creating a profession that no one will want to enter.

"Spider veins" was a scary name for a little girl who was afraid of spiders. As it turns out, it's a scary name for a lot of grown-ups too — and one of the biggest reasons people put off getting evaluated. On this Community Health edition of The Valley Today, host Janet Michael welcomes Dr. Emily Reardon, board-certified vascular surgeon with Valley Health Vascular Surgeons, for a genuinely reassuring conversation about vein health — what varicose veins and spider veins actually are, why they happen, when they're cosmetic and when they're medically significant, and just how minimally invasive today's treatments really are. Dr. Reardon walks through the diagnostic starting point (an in-office ultrasound to check for any deeper reflux), the treatment ladder for both spider veins (sclerotherapy — small injections, no anesthesia, no downtime) and varicose veins (in-office endovascular ablations plus, when needed, small micro-phlebectomy incisions to remove the visible larger veins), and the everyday, non-medical steps that help genuinely: regular walking, compression stockings for long sitting or standing days, healthy weight, healthy diet. She also clears up the single biggest patient misconception — that vein disease is a circulation emergency threatening amputation. It isn't. Varicose veins are a drainage issue in the superficial venous system, not an artery blockage. Plus: what's covered by insurance (spoiler: much more than most people think), the recurrence rate (~10%), why vascular surgery is embracing "less than minimally invasive" techniques, and the open-door policy at Dr. Reardon's Winchester and Front Royal offices — no ultrasound needed for the first consultation. WHAT DR. REARDON WANTS YOU TO KNOW VEIN DISEASE ≠ CIRCULATION EMERGENCY- The single biggest misconception Dr. Reardon hears is that varicose or spider veins mean blockages, poor circulation, or amputation risk. They don't. The arteries in the legs — which carry vital blood flow to the feet and muscles — are a completely different system. Vein disease is about DRAINAGE, not supply. Even severe cases progress to skin problems and slow-healing wounds — treatable, not catastrophic. TREATMENTS HAVE CHANGED DRAMATICALLY - Modern vein care is far less invasive than it was even a decade ago. Most procedures are done in-office with injections or through IV-based techniques. The old "stripping" surgeries have been largely replaced by endovascular ablation and micro-phlebectomies (small incisions to remove larger surface veins). Recovery is fast, downtime is minimal, and most patients don't need to take time off work. TREATMENT PATH AT A GLANCE SPIDER VEINS (small superficial veins) Treatment: Sclerotherapy — a liquid detergent injected via small needles • Anesthesia: None needed • Downtime: None • Insurance: Usually out-of-pocket (unless deeper reflux is found) • Sessions: Typically multiple, to reach full result VARICOSE VEINS (larger, often with deeper feeder veins) Treatment: Ultrasound to check for deeper reflux, then a combination of: Endovascular ablation of the deeper vein (through an IV) and/or Micro-phlebectomy for the visible larger veins (small incisions) • Anesthesia: Minimal (typically local) • Downtime: Minimal • Insurance: Typically covered • Sessions: Usually one treatment per leg EVERYDAY STEPS TO PROTECT YOUR VEIN HEALTH • Walk regularly — even short intervals help • Avoid long stretches of sitting OR standing without moving • Wear compression stockings on long-sit or long-stand days • Maintain a healthy weight • Get evaluated when things look or feel different — a consultation is the fastest way to know if it's cosmetic or medically significant WHO'S A GOOD CANDIDATE Because vein treatments are low-risk, most people are candidates regardless of age or coexisting health issues. There is no minimum severity required to book a consultation — Dr. Reardon has an open door for new patients and often meets first for a conversation before recommending any testing. WHERE TO GO Valley Health Vascular Surgeons offer vein consultations and treatments at two locations: • Winchester Medical Center (main office) • Warren Memorial Hospital (Front Royal — a couple of days per month) LINKS & RESOURCES • Valley Health: valleyhealthlink.com  • Community Health archive: thevalleytodaypodcast.com — "Community Health" • Valley Health Vascular Surgeons: https://www.valleyhealthlink.com/our-locations/profile/valley-health-vascular-surgeons/  THE VALLEY TODAY with Janet Michael — A decade of conversations. New podcast episodes drop weekdays at 11 AM. Catch the show on The River 95.3 and Fox Sports 1450 AM weekdays just after noon. Subscribe and listen at thevalleytodaypodcast.com — available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you get your podcasts. 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Every clinician knows food shapes health. The evidence has been there for decades. So why does nearly every food as medicine program in America still run on grant money with an expiration date? Dr. Yousuf Ahmad has spent 30 years inside the system, running hospitals, leading a health plan, building health tech, and he watched nutrition sit on the sidelines of care the entire time. Now, as President and CEO of AssureCare, he's behind NutraVance, a platform built to move nutrition out of the pilot graveyard and into real clinical workflows: screening, EHR integration, culturally personalized meal plans, outcome tracking, and the piece nobody wants to talk about, reimbursement.Corey and Yousuf get into the five things that were missing all along, how AI personalizes nutrition without leaving under-resourced communities behind, what this looks like inside an FQHC, why every hospital needs a chief affordability officer, and what has to change so a heart failure patient never again leaves a hospital without a nutrition plan.If you've ever watched a program your patients loved disappear when the funding ran out, this conversation is for you.☕ Tell us what you thought of this episode and get a Healthy Project coffee mug: https://forms.gle/W6fqYUcJPsuHYjad8What we cover:The moment Yousuf realized nutrition was never part of central caregiving across hospitals, health plans, and physician practices (00:59)Why a sick-care system that reimburses treatment can't see the value of prevention (04:01)The proof of value problem: the 3-to-1 ROI argument Yousuf makes to health plan CEOs (06:22)The five missing pieces that killed every food as medicine program: screening, workflow integration, personalization, measurement, and reimbursement (09:07)How AI personalizes nutrition to culture, budget, and multiple chronic conditions without deepening bias against already disadvantaged communities (12:32)What NutraVance looks like inside an FQHC, where 32 million Americans get their care (16:45)Why every hospital and health plan needs a chief affordability officer (18:13)Who pays for food as medicine today, and who should: Medicare, Medicaid, and the payers writing the checks (19:32)The 10-year vision: a healthcare system that asks for your nutrition plan the way it asks for your insurance card (22:12)Yousuf's leadership advice: the difference between motion and progress (34:11)About the guest:Dr. Yousuf J. Ahmad, DrPH, is President and CEO of AssureCare, a Cincinnati-based population health technology company. He previously served as President and CEO of Mercy Health in Cincinnati, leading a $3 billion integrated health system. AssureCare's newly launched NutraVance platform brings nutrition assessment, care planning, personalized meal planning, patient engagement, and reimbursement workflows into a single system embedded in clinical care.Links:Learn more about NutraVance and AssureCare: assurecare.comDiscover mission-driven podcasts on Goodfeed: goodfeed.coFollow The Healthy Project on all platforms and subscribe so you never miss an episode.Before you go, I want to put you on to something I'm excited about. GoodFeed is a curated discovery platform for mission-driven podcasts, built to connect shows like this one with the listeners, funders, and organizations who care about the same work. It's in private preview right now, and you can join the waitlist at goodfeed.co! Hosts, funders, nonprofits, and listeners are all welcome in the first cohort.  ★ Support this podcast ★

Dr. Dinee Simpson, Transplant Surgeon and Chief Health Equity Executive, and Ann Hall, Vice President of Administration, Northwestern Medicine, join John Williams to talk about the launch of the Kathy Schreiber Community Health Institute, the importance of community health at Northwestern Medicine, why moving barriers to care matters, what the term ‘community health’ means and […]

Dr. Dinee Simpson, Transplant Surgeon and Chief Health Equity Executive, and Ann Hall, Vice President of Administration, Northwestern Medicine, join John Williams to talk about the launch of the Kathy Schreiber Community Health Institute, the importance of community health at Northwestern Medicine, why moving barriers to care matters, what the term ‘community health’ means and […]

Dr. Dinee Simpson, Transplant Surgeon and Chief Health Equity Executive, and Ann Hall, Vice President of Administration, Northwestern Medicine, join John Williams to talk about the launch of the Kathy Schreiber Community Health Institute, the importance of community health at Northwestern Medicine, why moving barriers to care matters, what the term ‘community health’ means and […]

What if the most important place for health education isn't the hospital—but the places where people already feel safe? In this inspiring conversation, community health nurse and breast cancer survivor Valarie Worthy shares lessons from more than four decades of caring for patients beyond the clinic walls. From home health visits to church-based health initiatives, she explains how trust, relationships, and cultural understanding can transform healthcare outcomes. We explore why safe spaces matter, how faith communities have long served as trusted centers for health and healing, and why meeting people where they are leads to better conversations and better care. Valarie also shares how her own breast cancer journey inspired her to bridge the gap between healthcare systems and the communities they serve through creativity, education, and compassion. Whether you're a healthcare professional, community leader, caregiver, or someone passionate about health equity, this episode is a powerful reminder that lasting change begins with trust, genuine connection, and meeting people where they are. Chapters (00:00:03) - The secret to building a community(00:00:31) - Community-based health care(00:06:45) - Community Health in the Church(00:09:51) - Black Churches: A Safe Haven(00:13:12) - Health and Work in the Church(00:17:07) - Cancer Edutainment(00:20:02) - Building a Community Outreach(00:26:26) - What Keeps You Committed to the Work?

There's a federal law that's supposed to protect you from toxic chemicals in your baby bottles, your carpet, your drinking water, and your kid's toys. Most people have never heard of it — and right now, some lawmakers are trying to quietly weaken it. In this episode, Corey sits down with Sarah Vogel, Senior Vice President for Healthy Communities at the Environmental Defense Fund, to break down the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA): how it went from a "dog that never barked" to a bipartisan reform ten years ago, why Black and brown communities carry the heaviest burden of chemical exposure, and what's actually at stake if these protections get rolled back. Sarah also shares real, practical steps you can take at home — no chemistry degree required.This episode is brought to you by Goodfeed. ═══════════════════════════════In this episode:What TSCA is, why it was passed in 1976, and why it barely worked for 40 yearsThe 2016 bipartisan reform that finally gave the EPA real authority to review chemicalsWhy cost can't be part of the "is this safe" conversation — but can factor into "how do we manage the risk"Why Black and brown communities are disproportionately exposed to industrial pollution and toxic waste, and how redlining is directly tied to thatWhat's being proposed right now that could quietly gut these protections againWhy "regulation kills innovation" doesn't hold up — and what strong rules actually do for public health and industrySimple, low-cost things you can do today: testing for lead, skipping fragranced products, avoiding plastic in the microwave, washing your hands after cleaningResources mentioned:Learn more about TSCA: edf.org/tscaCheck your exposure risk by zip code: chemicalactionmap.edf.orgConnect with Sarah Vogel and the Environmental Defense Fund at edf.org.This episode is brought to you by Goodfeed — goodfeed.co. ★ Support this podcast ★

WNYC & Gothamist arts editor Matthew Schnipper introduces a new series exploring the ideas, traditions and cultural touchstones that began in New York before spreading across the country. He also tells us about a dance party offering free dental screenings and recommends a few upcoming events. Photo: Edith Young for Gothamist -Got any questions, comments or story ideas? Send us a message at NYCNow@WNYC.org Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

RHR interviews Joanne Borduas, CEO ofCommunity Health and Wellness Centerslocated in Torrington, Winsted and North Canaan.We discuss the various services offered at the Centers. High-Quality, Affordable Healthcarefor Your Whole FamilyYour Health Care Home MEDICAL   |   DENTAL   |   BEHAVIORAL HEALTH​Call 860-489-0931 to make... Read More ›

RHR interviews Joanne Borduas, CEO ofCommunity Health and Wellness Centerslocated in Torrington, Winsted and North Canaan.We discuss the various services offered at the Centers. High-Quality, Affordable Healthcarefor Your Whole FamilyYour Health Care Home MEDICAL   |   DENTAL   |   BEHAVIORAL HEALTH​Call 860-489-0931 to make... Read More ›

This week on Truth to Power, we bring you a community conversation at the intersection of food & science! This Community Health Forum was held in Smoketown on June 11th at Bates Memorial Baptist Church. During the Food & Science forum hosted by UofL's Envirome Institute, we celebrated community heroes and heard from an expert panel. The Envirome's “& Science” series is a quarterly health forum and this fourth installment of the series focused on Food, featuring leaders from different agricultural and scientific backgrounds. Together we: Explored key intersections of nutrition, health and wellbeing; Identified drivers of food insecurity in Louisville; Discussed overcoming barriers that promote access to healthy food; and Envisioned a food secure future for all of Louisville. The evening began with a Community Block Party (Farmers Market+Community Fair) from 4:00 - 6:00 pm, followed by the presentation of the "& Science" Champion Award to Taylor Ryan, Founder and Executive Director of Change Today, Change Tomorrow. That was followed by the evening's panel, featuring: Cassia Herron (Healthy Communities Fellow, Aspen Global Innovators Group) Vincent James (President and CEO, Dare To Care) Taylor Ryan (Founder and Executive Director, Change Today, Change Tomorrow) Dr. Wayne Tuckson (Kentucky Health Host, Kentucky Educational Television, retired Colon and Rectal Surgeon) Dr. Kim Williams (Chairman of Medicine, University of Louisville School of Medicine; Professor, University of Louisville School of Medicine) About the Series: The “& Science” series provides a community forum for conversations at the intersection of health, the environment & science. Topics explored throughout the first year of the series include communication, faith, history, food & science. For more information, please contact Dr. Natasha DeJarnett, natasha.dejarnett@louisville.edu or (502)852-9354. Watch a full recording of the evening at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=va5aW6lYMlk&list=PL3EGWMSHI12ZdfU9-ZcWxBzPZT0kqtXiM&index=1 Truth to Power airs every Friday at 9pm, Saturday at 11am, and Sunday at 7pm on Louisville's grassroots, community radio station, Forward Radio 106.5fm WFMP and live streams at https://www.forwardradio.org.

This episode features co-host Marc Larochelle's interviews with five authors of abstracts presented at the Together for Hope 2026 annual conference. Behind the Evidence is the addiction medicine podcast of the Grayken Center for Addiction at Boston Medical Center, and a project of the Center's free bimonthly newsletter Alcohol, Other Drugs, and Health: Current Evidence (AODH). 1) “From Single-Substance Alerts to Mixture Monitoring: Network Analysis of Expected-Opioid Samples from a Syringe Service Program-Based Drug Checking Initiative.”- Kyle Harrington, Tapestry Health2) “The pathways and impacts of permanent housing: Guest and provider insights on the transition from low-threshold shelters (LTS) to permanent housing.”- Jeffrey Desmarais, MA: Institute for Community Health & Shivangi Singh, MBBS, MPH: Boston Public Health Commission3) “One Year of the Rhode Island Overdose Prevention Center: Service Utilization and Peer‑Led Overdose Response Outcomes.”- Miriam Harris, MD, MSc: Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine, Project Weber/Renew: Rhode Island's Center for Harm Reduction and Recovery Services4) “Interest in long-acting HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) and medications for opioid use disorder among persons who inject drugs: A cross-sectional study.”- Sarah Miller, Boston Medical Center5) “Evaluation of a Pilot Community-Based Treatment Program for Youth with Frequent Substance Use and Symptoms of Psychosis.”- Morgan Ellis, MHS; Boston Medical Center Hosts: Honora L. Englander, MD and Marc R. Larochelle, MDProduction: Raquel Silveira, MBAEditing: Casy Calver, PhDMusic and cover art: Mary Tomanovich, MAMiriam Komaromy, MD is the Executive Director of the Grayken Center for Addiction, and co-Editor-in-Chief of AODH, together with David Fiellin, MDLearn more about AODH and subscribe for free at www.aodhealth.org“Behind the Evidence” is supported by the Grayken Center for Addiction at Boston Medical Center. It is intended for educational purposes only, and should not be considered medical advice. The views expressed here are our own, and do not necessarily reflect those of our employers or the authors of the articles we review. All patient information has been modified to protect their identities.

In part two, a new low-salt version of Vegemite has been delivered to shelves in Australia, and not everyone's happy. Queensland University Professor of Community Health and Wellbeing, Lauren Ball, gives the verdict on the recipe. Then, a mystery chocolate milk bandit has been causing chaos and confusion in Alexandra since 2024. Poppy Prendergast is on the case, and she shares her leads.

Host: Mindy McCulley, MS Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky  Guest: Monica Mundy, PhD Assistant Extension Professor for Family and Community Health Season 8 | Episode 44 In this Talking FACS episode we explore the simple joy of porch sitting and how it supports mental health, social well‑being, and community connection with Dr. Monica Mundy, Extension Specialist for Family and Community Health. Topics include research on social relationships and longevity, the Surgeon General's warnings about loneliness, nostalgic and modern porch traditions (including porch geese), and everyday examples of how porches bridge homes and neighborhoods. Key takeaways: spending 10–15 minutes on your porch, saying hello or waving to neighbors, and being present can reduce stress, build trust, and strengthen community ties. Connect with FCS Extension through any of the links below for more information about any of the topics discussed on Talking FACS. Kentucky Extension Offices UK FCS Extension           Website           Facebook           Instagram           FCS Learning Channel

In the Season 6 finale of Health Calls, host Brian Reardon and executive producer Josh Matejka reflect on the theme “United for Change” through a clip show featuring top voices in Catholic healthcare.  Drawing from insights shared at the Catholic Health Association Assembly, Brian and Josh highlight how unity, collaboration and Catholic social teaching are transforming care delivery across the United States. Clips from six different episodes underscore the importance of listening deeply, valuing lived experience and addressing social determinants of health such as housing, food insecurity and mental health. From parish nurse programs to community partnerships and immigrant advocacy, these conversations illustrate how Catholic healthcare can elevate human flourishing by working collaboratively, building trust and centering the dignity of every person. Health Calls is available on the following podcast streaming platforms:Apple PodcastsSpotifyYouTubeLearn more about The Catholic Health Association of the United States at www.chausa.org.

Palliative isn't a synonym for terminal. On this Community Health edition of The Valley Today, host Janet Michael welcomes back Dr. Jim VanKirk, board-certified palliative care specialist and Medical Director of Valley Health's Palliative Care Program, joined by team social worker Rachel Schwartz, to clear up one of the most persistent misconceptions in medicine — and to make the case for thinking about palliative care as a living tool, not an end-of-life one. Dr. VanKirk walks through what palliative care actually is — symptom support, treatment planning, and team-based care for patients with serious illnesses who are still receiving aggressive treatment, including chemotherapy, radiation, and ICU care — and explains the research showing that earlier palliative intervention actually correlates with patients living longer. Rachel talks through the role of a palliative social worker, the kinds of grief families navigate along the way of a progressive illness (not just at the end), and the concept of "substituted judgment" when a patient can't speak for themselves. Plus: a thorough, practical conversation about advance directives — what they are, why every adult needs one starting at age 18, why April 16th is the easiest day to remember to update yours, and the family stories (including Dr. VanKirk's own) that show why having "the document" isn't the point — the conversation that leads to the document is. ABOUT VALLEY HEALTH'S PALLIATIVE CARE PROGRAM A specialized medical service for patients with serious or life-threatening illnesses, working alongside primary treatment teams to provide symptom management, treatment planning support, and goals-of-care conversations. The team works across the hospital — including with ICU patients and patients still receiving aggressive treatment like chemotherapy or radiation — and partners with chaplains, music therapists, speech therapists, physical and occupational therapists, and bedside nursing teams to provide whole-person care for both the patient and their family. ABOUT ADVANCE DIRECTIVES An advance directive is a document that expresses your wishes for healthcare, especially if you become unable to speak for yourself. It typically has two parts: (1) the designation of a healthcare agent — the person empowered to make decisions on your behalf, and (2) specific wishes about what care you would or would not want in certain situations (sometimes called a "living will"). KEY POINTS FROM THIS EPISODE • Every adult — starting at age 18 — should have an advance directive. Car accidents don't wait for a diagnosis. • The conversation matters more than the document. Your healthcare agent needs to know how you think and what's important to you. • Tell your designated agent first. Tell other close family and friends the document exists. • Update your directive periodically — life changes, designated agents pass away or move, your wishes evolve. • Virginia and West Virginia have different legal requirements. Know which state's form you need. • Don't store it in a lockbox. Your agent, your primary care physician, and your hospital should all have copies. • April 16th is the easy day to remember — the day after Tax Day. Take care of the government on the 15th; take care of yourself on the 16th. • If a loved one is diagnosed with dementia or Alzheimer's, complete legal documents IMMEDIATELY. Capacity can be lost faster than families expect. LINKS & RESOURCES • Valley Health Palliative Care Program: https://www.valleyhealthlink.com/patient-visitors/for-patients/advance-care-planning-advance-directives/ (click Your Visit → Patient Resources for advance directive information, FAQs, state-specific forms, and a number to schedule a facilitator appointment) • Every Community Health conversation in one place: thevalleytodaypodcast.com (click Categories → VH Community Health)  THE VALLEY TODAY with Janet Michael — A decade of conversations. New podcast episodes drop weekdays at 11 AM. Catch the show on The River 95.3 and Fox Sports 1450 AM weekdays just after noon. Subscribe and listen at thevalleytodaypodcast.com — available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you get your podcasts. If you enjoy the show, please take a moment to leave a rating or review — it helps more listeners find us. Connect with us: Facebook — facebook.com/ValleyTodayFanPage Instagram — instagram.com/thevalleytoday

This Men's Health Month, Navigating Cancer TOGETHER sits down with Clarence Jones, prostate cancer survivor and one of Minnesota's most trusted names in community health.Clarence Jones, MA, CHW, CPH, CPE, is the Executive Director and Community Health Strategist of the Hue-MAN Partnership, a founding member of the organization he helped build into one of Minnesota's most trusted voices in public health. He serves as an Adjunct Instructor of Medicine at Mayo Clinic, is a founding member of the Minnesota Fathers and Families Network, has served as the Mayor's Representative and co-chair of the Public Health Advisory Committee for the City of Minneapolis, and holds affiliations with the CTSI Executive Leadership team and the University of Minnesota's CEARCH initiative. He is also a fatherhood doula, the host of the Community Health Dialogue radio show on KMOJ 89.9 FM, and co-host of the Health Chatter podcast.In this warm, honest, and personal conversation, Clarence opens up about his own journey through prostate cancer, from watching his PSA numbers climb year after year and practicing watchful waiting, to eventually choosing surgery. He shares why the digital exam scares men, and why early detection is the greatest gift you can give your family.But Clarence's story doesn't stop at survival. He shares how his experience deepened his mission to make sure the men and families in his community have access to credible, culturally relevant, evidence-based health information. That's the heartbeat of everything Hue-MAN does.You'll also hear him talk about what he wants every man facing a cancer diagnosis to know right now.✨ Episode Highlights:00:04:38 The Moment He Knew: Clarence's Prostate Cancer Journey00:09:22 How to Invite Men into Health Conversations Without Lecturing Them00:14:44 What Young Men Need to Know About PSA Screening and Biopsies00:27:45 Fatherhood Doula: What That Means and Why Fathers Matter00:36:55 What 'Navigating Cancer TOGETHER' Really MeansTranscript: https://bit.ly/podscript184Connect & Engage with ClarenceWebsite: www.huemanpartnershipalliance.orgHealth Chatter Podcast: www.healthchatterpodcast.comKMOJ Community Health Dialogue: 89.9 KMOJ FM

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Craig Wagoner,President and CEO of Community Health System discusses healthcare in the Central Valley. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Broeske & Musson' on all platforms: --- The ‘Broeske & Musson Podcast’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever else you listen to podcasts. --- ‘Broeske & Musson' Weekdays 9-11 AM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Facebook | Podcast| X | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | InstagramSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

RaeAnn Tucker joined Wake Up Tri-Counties to discuss the Better Birth Outcomes Program, PrEP and HIV Prevention Programs, Family Health and Fitness Day, National Community Health Improvement Week, Men's Health Month, and Insurance Navigators at the Henry County Fair. Henry and Stark County Health Departments and First Choice Healthcare are spotlighting several June health programs. Expecting parents and families with babies under six months can enroll in the free Better Birth Outcomes program for nurse-guided pregnancy and newborn support. June also brings Pride Month HIV prevention services, including confidential testing, counseling, and access to PrEP or PEP. Men's Health Month lab discounts include thyroid, prostate, and colon cancer screenings. Insurance navigators will also be at the Henry County Fairgrounds in Cambridge June 17th through 19th. For clinic appointments, call Kewanee at 309-852-5272 or Toulon at 309-852-3115.

In this episode, David L. Callender, MD, President & CEO, Memorial Hermann Health System, reflects on his leadership journey, lessons learned from navigating major challenges including Hurricane Ike, and the importance of mission-driven healthcare leadership. He also shares insights on succession planning, community engagement, and why health systems must look beyond their walls to improve the health of the populations they serve.

In this episode, David L. Callender, MD, President & CEO, Memorial Hermann Health System, reflects on his leadership journey, lessons learned from navigating major challenges including Hurricane Ike, and the importance of mission-driven healthcare leadership. He also shares insights on succession planning, community engagement, and why health systems must look beyond their walls to improve the health of the populations they serve.

What if your healthcare team already knew what happened during your hospital stay — before you even explained it? What if someone on your care team noticed you were struggling on a Saturday and simply showed up? In this episode, Jamie sits down with Christopher Laffey, Nurse Practitioner at Your Health, to break down what a truly connected, proactive model of care actually looks like when it's working. Christopher practices in North Charleston, SC, where his team — nurses, therapists, social workers, community health workers, and more — functions less like a traditional office practice and more like a living, breathing safety net woven around each patient's real life. What you'll hear in this episode: Why most patients are failing not because nobody cares, but because the system itself is fragmented — and what doing it differently actually looks like on a Tuesday morning The real difference between "patient-centered" as a marketing phrase and patient-centered as a daily practice (hint: it involves seeing the medication bottles on the kitchen table) A powerful real-life story of a bedbound patient whose caregiver suddenly disappeared — and how the team mobilized over a weekend, on their own time, to prevent a hospitalization The single mindset shift every clinician needs to make the transition from visit-based thinking to longitudinal care Why "value-based care" doesn't mean discounted care — it means the organization is accountable for your outcomes, not just your appointments If you've ever left a doctor's appointment feeling more confused than when you walked in, this episode will show you what healthcare can feel like when it's actually designed around you. www.YourHealth.Org

Karen Bradshaw, SSM Health Regional Director of Community Health, joins Megan Lynch. She explains the importance of Carolyn Kindle's $10 million gift.

In this episode, Isaiah Nathaniel, CPHIMS, Senior Vice President & Chief Information Officer (SVP & CIO), Delaware Valley Community Health, Inc., shares his vision for using AI, interoperability, and digital health to strengthen care delivery for underserved communities. He discusses leading a major Epic implementation, reducing administrative burdens for clinicians, and building a more connected healthcare ecosystem centered on the patient.

In this episode of The Truth In This Art, the guest is Dr. David O. Fakunle II!About Dr. David O. Fakunle II: Dr. David Fakunle II is a Baltimore native, academic, and self-described mercenary for change and celestial body for change who has spent 25 years using art and storytelling for liberation. He is an assistant professor at Morgan State University in the School of Community Health and Policy and associate faculty at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. He serves as director of the TEACH Division (Transforming Equity through Arts, Culture and Health) at the National Great Blacks in Wax Museum, working intentionally at the intersection of arts, culture, and health.We talk about his evolution as a mercenary and celestial body for change, his role in developing the Urban Cipher game (originally called the Game of Appreciation) during his postdoc at Morgan State University —a Monopoly-style game that models how inequities are built into systems. He discusses his contribution to the paper "Life as We Tell It: A Revolution Through Narratives and Creative Expression," which explores narrative as a determinant of health, and his framework for understanding data: stories are qualitative data that answer "how" and "why," while quantitative data answers "who, what, where, when."Fakunle shares insights from his recent work at the National Academy of Medicine in DC on a national initiative to build trust between communities and health science. He reflects on teaching his 16-person qualitative research class and helping students understand that AI cannot replicate context—only humans can bring meaning and circumstances to statistics. He introduces his concept of the "existential determinants of health"—five universal virtues all humans want: to be acknowledged, appreciated, respected, understood, and loved. He emphasizes the need to embrace stories, not just tolerate them, because "in the stories are your answers," and discusses how storytellers preserve and uplift context in ways that institutions and policy makers need to understand.We also talk about what this work has taught him, the importance of time as the greatest teacher, showing up in person, trusting others to tell his story, and why physical presence still matters in an increasingly digital world.Photo courtesy of subject.  The Truth In This Art is supported by William G. Baker, Jr. Memorial Fund, the Maryland State Arts Council's Creativity Grant and Mayor's Individual Artist Award - Creative Baltimore Fund (Baltimore). Host: Rob LeeMusic: Original music by Daniel Alexis Music with additional music from Chipzard and TeTresSeis.Production:Produced by Rob Lee & Daniel AlexisEdited by Daniel AlexisShow Notes courtesy of Rob Lee and TransistorPhotos:Rob Lee photos by Vicente Martin for The Truth In This Art and Contrarian Aquarian Media.Guest photos courtesy of the guest, unless otherwise noted.Support the podcastThe Truth In This Art Podcast Fractured Atlas (Fundraising): https://www.fracturedatlas.orgThe Truth In This Art Podcast Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thetruthinthisart.bsky.socialThe Truth In This Art Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truthinthisart/?hl=enThe Truth In This Art Podcast Website: https://www.thetruthinthisart.com/The Truth In This Art Podcast Shop: Merch from Redbubble ★ Support this podcast ★

We've been told that if we just show people the data on racial health disparities, change will follow. It hasn't. In this episode, Corey sits down with Dr. Sarah Gollust (University of Minnesota) and Dr. Neil Lewis Jr. (Cornell University), researchers with the Collaborative on Media and Messaging for Health and Social Policy (CommHSP), to unpack why the numbers alone never move people — and what does. They dig into the fear of "backlash," why context changes everything, and the surprising finding that the communities most affected by inequity are often the most ready to act, yet are routinely left out of the research about them.Show NotesWhy does telling people the facts about health disparities so often fail to create change? Dr. Sarah Gollust and Dr. Neil Lewis Jr. have spent two decades studying exactly that question — how media and messaging shape what the public believes about health, race, and who deserves care. In this conversation, they make the case that data without context can backfire, while stories grounded in lived experience can mobilize people across racial and political lines.In this episode:Why "just show them the data" is an incomplete strategy — and what people actually need to understand the why behind health outcomesThe moment a governor called COVID "the great equalizer," and why it crystallized the urgency of getting health communication rightThe study that found 94% of racial-equity messaging research relied on majority-white or all-white samples — and what that bias erased"Beyond fear of backlash": why explaining the causes of disparities removes defensiveness instead of triggering itHow America's individualistic culture pushes people toward blaming individuals ("just eat healthier," "just exercise") instead of seeing systemsWhy people of color, often excluded from the research, turn out to be the most willing to mobilize for changeThe power of narrative transportation — and why Neil opens academic papers with a quote from Dr. King's The Other AmericaHow the collapse of local health journalism makes community-grounded stories harder to tell, and why independent platforms matter more than everKey takeaway: Don't go quiet because the conversation is hard. You're likely in the majority — and the right words, with real context, can bring people in rather than push them away.Connect with our guests:CommHSP: https://commhsp.org/Follow the collaborative on LinkedIn for new research and accessible summariesConnect with The Healthy Project:Subscribe to the Live, Work, Play, Pray Substack for more on population health, advocacy, and community wellnessThis episode touches on heavy topics, including structural racism and health inequity. Take care of yourself as you listen.A Word From Our SponsorThis episode is brought to you by Goodfeed.Good conversations like this one deserve a place to live and grow — and that's exactly what Goodfeed is built for. If you're a creator, advocate, or community builder who's tired of fighting the algorithm just to reach the people who actually want to hear from you, Goodfeed gives you a better way to share your voice and connect with your community on your own terms. No gatekeepers. No noise. Just your work, reaching the people who care about it.Check it out at https://www.goodfeed.co/ and start building your feed today. ★ Support this podcast ★

What if sporadic communications are doing more damage to your fundraising than donor fatigue or a tight economy? In a sector where small, underfunded comms teams and pressure to "stay humble" are the norm, too many nonprofits are under-communicating their impact and missing out on vital support and deeper donor connections. In today's episode, Josh Gryniewicz interviews Justin Reid to discuss the value of consistent, human-centered communication. Tune in to learn how to build basic narrative infrastructure even with a small team, use AI as scaffolding instead of generating more "slop," and create content that helps your donors and beneficiaries actually see themselves in your work. Want to suggest a topic, guest, or nonprofit organization for an upcoming episode? Send an email with the subject "NPFX suggestion" to contact@ipmadvancement.com. Additional Resources [NPFX] How a $10M Mindset Can Break the "Who You Know" Funding Barrier https://www.ipmadvancement.com/npfx/how-a-10m-mindset-can-break-the-who-you-know-funding-barrier [NPFX] Co-Creating Solutions: The Next Level of Community Listening https://www.ipmadvancement.com/npfx/co-creating-solutions-the-next-level-of-community-listening-narrative-strategy [NPFX] How to Measure the Impact of Your Narrative Change Strategy https://www.ipmadvancement.com/npfx/how-to-measure-the-impact-of-your-narrative-change-strategy [NPFX] Authentic, Ethical, and Effective Messaging — From Theory to Practice https://www.ipmadvancement.com/npfx/authentic-ethical-and-effective-messaging-from-theory-to-practice Guest Justin "Jay" Reid is the founder of Renaissance Digital, a Durham, NC-based production company and consultancy built on narrative-led, culture-centered storytelling and creative infrastructure for organizations. Jay spent a decade developing content and communications strategy at Cities United, a national organization dedicated to supporting cities in reducing homicides and shootings through comprehensive public safety plans. That work shaped his approach to storytelling as advocacy, and his belief that narrative infrastructure is the key to producing consistent, quality content at scale. Through Renaissance Digital, Jay supports organizations and events with creative production and strategic consulting, developed an AI-powered content and storytelling tool, Creative Studio, and partners with organizations to develop the creative systems they need to show up consistently. At the center of Jay's work is culture as infrastructure: the thing that shapes how people connect, trust, and make meaning. https://www.linkedin.com/in/justinireid/ https://www.renaissance.digital/ https://studio.renaissance.digital/ Host Josh Gryniewicz is the founder and Chief Narrative Strategist at Odd Duck, a storytelling-for-social-change creative consultancy focused on impact-driven organizations. Josh is the co-author of the award-winning national bestseller, Interrupting Violence. For over a decade, he has worked in nonprofit communication. In 2018, he founded Odd Duck to combine his passions for storytelling and social change. The agency's Navigating Misinformation for Community Health framework has been shared with over a thousand community health organizations. Odd Duck has worked with nearly a hundred change-making organizations and advised hundreds more, including the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention, the Harvard School of Public Health, and the White House. https://www.linkedin.com/in/jgryniewicz/ https://oddduck.io/ https://www.interruptingviolence.com/ Connect with NPFX LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/npfx/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/npfxpodcast Instagram https://www.instagram.com/npfx_podcast/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@ipmadvancement

A healthier city is not built by luck. It's built by neighbors who notice what's breaking, leaders who listen without flinching, and funders who use data to back up compassion. In this episode, we sit down with Kate Bolz, President and CEO of Community Health Endowment, to talk about an audacious goal: making Lincoln, Nebraska, the healthiest community in the nation, and what it really takes to move from good intentions to measurable change.Connect with the Community Health Endowment at:·       Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/chelincoln/·       Website – https://www.chelincoln.org/·       Brave fACEs Website – https://www.bravefaces.org/

Allergies have tripled - with hay fever, seasonal allergies, eczema and food intolerances now affecting millions of people. But why are allergy symptoms getting worse, and what does gut health have to do with it? In this episode, Adam Fox, a world-leading allergy Professor at King's College London, explains why allergies may be rising so fast, why many beliefs about allergies are wrong, and what new science reveals about your immune system, skin and gut. Professor Fox explores why some foods are more likely to trigger reactions, and why modern allergy science is increasingly focused on gut health. Adam also discusses why 90% of people told they are allergic to certain things may not actually be allergic, the difference between allergies and intolerances, and why some antihistamines may be doing you more harm than you realise. By the end of this episode, you will have some practical ways to manage hay fever and seasonal allergies, including which antihistamines experts now recommend avoiding, simple ways to reduce pollen exposure at home, and when allergy testing or desensitisation treatment may help. Adam explains how newer treatments are starting to retrain the immune system rather than simply suppress symptoms. If allergies barely existed a few hundred years ago, what changed? And could your gut now be shaping the way your immune system reacts to the world around you?