Podcasts about hospitals

An Indian pilot, Smit Machchhar, says he fought to open the cockpit door of the stricken Flydubai airliner because he was determined to save the lives of his passengers and crew. Also: Washington urges European countries to start using their diesel reserves. We look at the student demonstrations against school conditions in France, where there have been more violent clashes. Kenya is at a crossroads, as its young people challenge the political elites who've governed the country for decades. The English football club, Manchester City, files an appeal against an independent commission's ruling that found it guilty of serious breaches of the Premier League's financial rules. London's Kew Gardens prepares to undergo a major refurbishment. Starbucks opens two branches in the Chinese region of Xinjiang - but the move is criticised by US congressman, John Moolenaar; and the attempt to free a large shark trapped in a canal in the South Korean city of Busan is halted.The Global News Podcast brings you the breaking news you need to hear, as it happens. Listen for the latest headlines and current affairs from around the world. Politics, economics, climate, business, technology, health – we cover it all with expert analysis and insight. Get the news that matters, delivered twice a day on weekdays and daily at weekends, plus special bonus episodes reacting to urgent breaking stories. Follow or subscribe now and never miss a moment. Get in touch: globalpodcast@bbc.co.uk Photo: Indian pilot, Smit Machchhar, speaking to Prime Minister Narendra Modi from his hospital bed Credit: Narendra Modi YouTube Channel

The COVID hospital protocols roundtable put grieving families, doctors, and lawmakers in the same room, asking a question the country has spent years avoiding: What really happened after patients entered the hospital?Then, a group of doctors and scientists is demanding Secretary Kennedy act on mRNA technology—or risk losing their support. Dr. Robert Malone, one of the letter's signatories, joins Del for a conversation that gets right to the fault line.And as Breast Cancer Awareness Month begins, millions of women are deciding whether to schedule a mammogram this year. Integrative oncologist and breast surgeon Dr. Jennifer Simmons joins Del to talk about the growing concerns around conventional screening and whether the advice women have received for years could be contributing to the rise in breast cancer.Guests: Robert Malone, MD, MS, Jennifer Simmons, MDBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-highwire-with-del-bigtree--3620606/support.

NY AG Letitia James assigned to Cornell case. Hero FlyDubai pilot speaks out from his hospital bed. New polls show tight Senate races as Trump hits campaign trail. Kennedy Center losing pledges after Trump's name added. And, adopted man learns his biological dad is a 5-time Grammy winner and rock legend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Director Nicolas Pineda joins Bloody Good Horror to talk about Infirmary, the new found-footage horror film out NOW on Shudder. Pineda takes us inside the making of the film, from the real abandoned hospital that became its setting to the bizarre stories that emerged during production. He talks about why trained police dogs refused to enter one of the hospital's corridors, the challenges of making found footage feel authentic, and how the film accidentally ended up becoming a great example of liminal horror. Plus, why Pineda has such a deep appreciation for horror fans and the community surrounding the genre. Infirmary is out now on Shudder. BGH on social media (Now on Substack!)

In this episode, Kathy Donovan, Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer at Hospital Sisters Health System, joins the podcast to discuss developing a long-range capital plan and aligning investments with the health system's broader growth strategy. She also shares insights on managing growth across the organization and planning for the resources needed to support continued expansion.

If we could reinvent schools, where would we begin?In Episode 5 of Talking Teaching, The University of Melbourne's Host, Dr Sophie Specjal welcomes Professor Sharon Goldfeld and Associate Professor Jon Quach for a conversation about rethinking schools and the connections between children's learning, health and wellbeing.Bringing perspectives from research, education and child health, this conversation invites us to reconsider what schools can be and how we support them to fulfil that promise.As the phased rollout of Thriving Kids begins, these questions have particular relevance. The episode offers a broader lens on early support, collaboration and the systems surrounding children and families.Professor Sharon Goldfeld AM is a developmental paediatrician and public health researcher and Director of the Centre for Community Child Health, a department of The Royal Children's Hospital and a research group of the Murdoch Children's Research Institute. Her work brings together child development, health, education, equity and the translation of evidence into policy and systems. A central thread in Sharon's work is the importance of the early years and how children's experiences before school and during the first years of schooling shape later learning, engagement, health and life trajectories.Professor Jon Quach is based in the Faculty of Education at the University of Melbourne and is affiliated with Population Health at the Murdoch Children's Research Institute. His research focuses on evidence-informed systems and interventions that support student mental health, wellbeing, engagement and learning, including the Mental Health in Primary Schools (MHiPS) initiative and work connecting schools with families, services and communities. His work also examines how experiences and supports across childhood, including the early and primary years, can influence longer-term learning and wellbeing.This episode deliberately continues the 2023 Talking Teaching episode Reinventing Schools: Elevating Student Learning, Wellbeing and Health. The original episode began with educators Erin Brass and Karlie Price describing MHiPS in practice, before Sharon and Jon explored the larger Reinventing Australian Schools provocation: what might schools become if learning, health and wellbeing were understood as interconnected parts of a child's development rather than separate priorities?Early years were also central to that discussion. Sharon stressed that what happens before school matters, that the transition into school should not be treated as an artificial divide, and that the first years of schooling are especially important for brain development, learning and engagement. This episode returns explicitly to that continuum, from early childhood into school, and asks what newer evidence tells us about prevention, early support, and changing trajectories before disengagement or difficulty becomes entrenched.This engaging conversation draws on what has been learned through MHiPS at scale, newer work on student voice, engagement and disengagement, Child and Family Hubs, Getting it Right, school lunches and integrated supports. It also makes one concise connection to the recent conversation Talking Teaching host, Dr Sophie Specjal had with Professor Frank Oberklaid and Associate Professor Matt Harrison about Thriving Kids, prevention, neurodiversity and earlier support.More information and useful links are available via this ⁠⁠⁠⁠link⁠⁠⁠⁠ on our Faculty of Education , Talking Teaching Web Page, where all listeners can access free resources discussed in this episode and insight into events and research at the Faculty of Education. We would love to hear your feedback on the series, send your questions, comments or suggestions for future episodes contact host ⁠⁠Dr Sophie Specjal⁠⁠ sspecjal@unimelb.edu.au. Reach out to Sophie, she would love to hear from you. This podcast is produced by the ⁠Faculty of Education⁠, University of Melbourne.

It's May 2019, and the medical staff at Treliske (Treh-lisk) Hospital in Cornwall have just received a notice: their colleague, vascular surgeon Neil Hopper, is being rushed to their facility. Following a week in which he suffered from cold sweats and a fever, Neil's feet became septic, and his team thought he would have to lose them. And while his colleagues felt awful for him and expected him to be depressed about the loss, Neil seemed to be in good spirits. He was upbeat, hopeful, and didn't even seem to miss his legs. This shocked everyone, and they thought that he was just making the best of a bad situation. In reality, losing his legs is exactly what Neil Hopper wanted all along. SPONSORSButcherBox: Premium proteins without the premium hassle   https://butcherbox.com/MILEHIGHER for $20 OFF and your choice of steak tips, ground beef OR chicken breast for LIFE!FreeCash: Get more out of your digital services with https://freecash.com/milehigher for a $10 BONUS when signing up!Boll and Branch: Bed sets that will keep you cool all night long with https://bollandbranch.com and use code MILEHIGHER for 15% OFF your first purchase!Stitch Fix: Take the stress out of your wardrobe. Start shopping at https://stitchfix.com/milehigherPrimal Queen: Our listeners get a FREE MONTH of Primal Queen plus FOUR FREE GIFTS at https://PrimalQueen.com/MILEHIGHER #ad Lola Blankets: Wrap yourself in luxury with https://lolablankets.com and enter code MILEHIGHER for 40% OFF select products!SOURCEShttps://pastebin.com/qb5Q6nV9MILE HIGHERWebsite: https://milehigher.com/Higher Hope Foundation: https://www.higherhope.org/Merch: http://milehighermerch.comTopic Request Form: https://forms.gle/gUeTEzL9QEh4Hqz88Official Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3kQbAxgLISTEN & SUPPORTMHP YouTube: http://bit.ly/2qaDWGfRate & review us on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2H4kh58Follow us on Apple Podcasts & SpotifyMORE PODCASTS FROM USThe Sesh: https://bit.ly/3Mtoz4XLights Out: https://bit.ly/3n3GaoePlanet Sleep: https://linktr.ee/planetsleepFOLLOW US @milehigherpodInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/milehigherpodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MileHigherHOSTSKendall (@kendallraeonyt)IG: http://instagram.com/kendallraeonytYT: https://www.youtube.com/c/kendallsplaceJosh (@milehigherjosh)IG: http://www.instagram.com/milehigherjoshPRODUCERSJanelle (@janelle_fields_): https://www.instagram.com/janelle_fields_/Ian (@ifarme): https://www.instagram.com/ifarme/Tom (@cinematomgrapher): https://www.instagram.com/cinematomgrapher/MUSIC BY MILE HIGHER BOYSYT: https://bit.ly/2Q7N5QOSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0F4ik...Podcast sponsor inquiries: adops@audioboom.comSEND US MAILKendall Rae & Josh Thomas8547 E Arapahoe Rd Ste J # 233Greenwood Village, CO 80112

Put a pillow and sick on it! This week is a reverse course from last week's appeal to white men over 60 as we try to confuse Gen Alpha with some potential new slang, plus we fawn over Nigella Lawson as she replaces Prue Leith on The Great British Bake-Off. Erin discusses University of Texas' provost office rejecting "DEI classes" for core requirements based on "student feedback", and the removing of majors involving urban unrest, gender and sexuality. Bryan examines how six major hospitals reached deals with the Trump administration and the DOJ to stop providing gender affirming care to people 19 and under to avoid lawsuits and releasing underage patient information to the government.For this week's bonus This New Thing We're Doing! visit our Patreon. Join our Discord for episode discussions, watch parties and community!

How long could you sit in your workplace break room doing absolutely nothing before somebody noticed? An hour? Maybe two? Well, one former police lieutenant apparently decided to push that experiment all the way to NINE HOURS, and naturally The Rizzuto Show has nothing but questions, admiration and several concerns about the safety of the station coffee.Welcome to another comedy podcast from The Rizzuto Show, where we begin with the story of a veteran Burlington police lieutenant accused of spending massive chunks of his shifts sitting in the break room instead of, you know… police-ing. Sometimes it was nine hours. Sometimes he mixed things up and only spent six hours in there before doing three hours of actual work. But while crime may have existed outside those walls, the crew makes one very important observation: crime in that break room was ZERO.Protect and serve, baby.Unfortunately, our break-room hero's story gets considerably less heroic when we learn about an alleged confrontation with the officer who reported him and more than $50,000 in overpayments that he apparently never bothered mentioning. Suddenly the safest coffee station in Vermont has become a very expensive place to sit.Then we move from people who stink at working to people who apparently just… stink.The crew dives into a list ranking rock bands with the worst-smelling fan bases, and it immediately becomes one of those conversations where everybody you've ever seen at a concert is about to catch a stray. Phish takes the top spot, followed by the Grateful Dead and Insane Clown Posse, while GWAR, Primus, Tool, Slipknot, Korn, Pantera, Limp Bizkit, Motorhead, Iron Maiden, Metallica, Nine Inch Nails, Rob Zombie, Deftones and plenty more get dragged into the fragrant festivities.Basically, if you've ever attended a rock festival in August and thought, “What IS that smell?” congratulations — apparently science has finally arrived.This comedy podcast also asks the opposite question: which band has the BEST-smelling fans? Coldplay? The Killers? Santana? Jimmy Buffett? We learn that determining a fan base's aroma involves an alarming amount of discussion about patchouli, weed, mothballs, tequila, feet and minivans.From there, Crap on Celebrities delivers another pile of entertainment chaos. Eddie Vedder surprises fans during a performance of “Hunger Strike,” Alice Cooper discusses his past addiction struggles, Nicolas Cage explains why modern superhero movies have become a little too much like professional wrestling, and Arnold Schwarzenegger is putting on the Santa suit for a new Christmas movie.There's also a debate over what Rizz should watch while he has the house to himself. Mortal Kombat? Barbarian? Normal? Apparently being alone for one evening requires the same level of strategic planning normally reserved for military operations.Plus, we get into Robert Downey Jr.'s painful Iron Man stunt injury, the return of 24 Jump Street, Hugh Jackman heading to Treasure Island, and predictions for the Halloween costumes everybody will be wearing this year.And because October is officially here, the crew lays out the Rizz Show October fundraiser supporting Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital. The Halloweirdo stickers are back, the Rizz Show billboard is hitting the road, Hats of the Week are returning, and Greek Fire is getting involved to help raise money for the kids.So today we've got break-room bandits, smelly Phish fans, Nicolas Cage superhero complaints, questionable Halloween costumes, Rizz's movie-night dilemma and an extremely important reminder that if you're attending a concert anytime soon, maybe hit the deodorant one extra time.Another perfectly normal comedy podcast from Rizz and the gang.Follow The Rizzuto Show → linktr.ee/rizzshow for more from your favorite daily comedy show.Connect with The Rizzuto Show Comedy Podcast online → 1057thepoint.com/RizzShow.Hear The Rizz Show daily on the radio at 105.7 The Point | Hubbard Radio in St. Louis, MO.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Ron Johnson, Republican serving as the senior United States senator from Wisconsin, joins Sid to discuss hosting a roundtable on Monday that focused on hospitals' handling of COVID-19 treatment protocols during the pandemic, before he expands on blocking the Senate from passing a bill yesterday to restore $810 million in federal funding President Donald Trump nixed last Friday without Congress' consent and stop him from using the controversial budget tactic again.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/sid-friends-in-the-morning--7177409/support.

Hospitals can automatically wipe out the cost of care for low-income patients. A Tradeoffs analysis finds that hospitals in Texas could be doing more to protect people from unaffordable bills.See the full series at tradeoffs.org/hiddenhelp.Guests:Erin Fuse Brown, professor of health services, policy and practice, director of the health policy and law lab, Brown UniversityAimee Carlock, Grapevine, Texas, resident, patientJill Horwitz, Trobman Innovation professor of law,professor of emergency medicine, Northwestern UniversityNeale Mahoney, professor of economics, Trione Director of Stanford Institute for Economic Policy Research, Stanford UniversityDr. Tom Oliverson, Texas RepresentativeAnna Stelter, vice president of policy, Texas Hospital AssociationRebecca Wahl, Houston resident, patientLearn more: Read the full reporting and explore additional resources on our website.Want more Tradeoffs? Join more than 5,500 readers who trust Tradeoffs for clear, deeply reported health policy insights. Sign up for our free weekly newsletter.Tradeoffs helps you cut through the noise with clear, deeply reported journalism on the forces driving health care's toughest choices — reporting you won't find anywhere else. If our work helps you stay informed, support it with a donation today.This episode was reported by Melanie Evans and Dan Gorenstein, edited by Ryan Levi, and mixed by Andrew Parrella.The Tradeoffs theme song was composed by Ty Citerman. Additional music this episode from Blue Dot Sessions and Epidemic Sound.Special thanks to Joe Amditis, Big Local News, Jason Buxbaum, Fred Cerise, Elizabeth Colvin, Hacks/Hackers, Keith Hearle, Arthur Hong, Jake Kara, Ray Kluender, Luke Messac, Brian Mittendorf, Paige Moody, Dilcia Mercedes, Charles Minshew, Matthew Notowidigdo, Eva Stahl and Derek Willis. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's a story that's unfolding across America, from Texas to Tennessee, Kansas to the Rust Belt — rural hospitals are struggling or closing, leaving residents, towns, and entire regions without access to important healthcare services, from cancer screenings to maternity care. For some people, it can even mean a several-hour drive to the nearest emergency room — and in life-or-death situations, those extra miles can make a big difference. On this episode, we explore the rural healthcare crisis, and emerging solutions aimed at increasing — or at least preserving — access to care. We visit communities in rural Pennsylvania where residents are fighting to save their hospitals. We find out how other systemic pressures, like prior authorization, are squeezing rural healthcare systems. And we hear about potential solutions, ranging from state-funded reimbursement programs, to sophisticated “hospitals on wheels” aimed at bringing healthcare to the people.SHOW NOTES: Reporters Nicole Leonard and Alan Yu take us on a journey to two towns in rural Pennsylvania facing similar pressures — Bradford, a once-booming oil town now in decline, and Honesdale, a former railway hub nestled in the Pocono Mountains. For years, both locales have dealt with shrinking populations and a loss of businesses. We hear about the residents' efforts and struggles to save their hospitals. Many states, including Pennsylvania, have been working to prevent hospital closures in rural areas through experimental initiatives aimed at shoring up their finances. The Pulse's Alan Yu explains how one such initiative — the Pennsylvania Rural Health Model — aimed to combat these financial pressures by replacing the traditional fee-for-service model with a value-based model, which shifts the focus to preventative care in exchange for fixed, predictable funding. We explore how the five-year experiment played out — and why economists say it didn't ultimately work for some hospitals.  We talk with Miranda Yaver, an assistant professor of health policy at the University of Pittsburgh, about another challenge squeezing rural hospitals — prior authorization. Her new book is “Coverage Denied: How Health Insurers Drive Inequality in the United States.” In some parts of rural America, patients have to travel hours in order to access care — but what if medical care could come to them? That's the idea behind a new, federally funded program called PARADIGM, which deploys AI-enabled mobile health units to patients who don't have access to healthcare. We talk with PARADIGM's director, emergency medicine physician Bon Ku, about how these mobile clinics work, and  hear from reporter Grant Hill about one of the program's latest creations — MARCUS, a futuristic hospital on wheels that contains an exam room, scanning machines, and even a laboratory. 

At a time when many rural hospitals are either closing or merging with larger, urban health systems, a group of Oregon hospitals want to try something different.   Eleven hospitals and health systems are asking for state approval to form a clinically integrated network. They say the partnership will allow them to share resources while maintaining their independence.    Landon Dybdal is the CEO of Lake Health District and the chair of the proposed Cascade High Value Network. Nate White is the CEO and president of Cibolo Health, which has helped establish these networks in other states. They both join us to talk about the new partnership.  

In this episode of Moms of the Lou, Rebekah & Lauren chat with Chelsea Theodoropoulos. Chelsea discusses her journey of owning five Burn Boot Camp locations in St. Louis and how fitness transformed her life from burnout to leadership. Chelsea reflects on ten years of entrepreneurship, growing her business from three original locations to a full market presence in St. Louis. She shares how she navigated the challenges of leadership by learning through direct responsibility and drawing inspiration from her family's entrepreneurial background. She manages five specific Burn Boot Camp locations in Manchester, O'Fallon, South County, Kirkwood, and St. Charles. Sign up for a fitness class at Burn Boot Camp and book Chelsea Theodoropoulos for speaking engagements, workshops, and coaching! You can also connect with Chelsea on Instagram. This episode is sponsored by St. Luke's Hospital. St. Luke's is a trusted partner in every phase of your family's health journey. Connect with St. Luke's Hospital on Facebook and Instagram and schedule your appointment today!Chelsea Theodoropoulos is a multi-unit franchise owner and operator, personal trainer, and transformation coach who believes women are capable of far more than they often allow themselves to imagine. Her own journey began as a member of Burn Boot Camp, where she experienced firsthand how strength, confidence, and community can change the way a woman sees herself, especially through motherhood. What started as a personal transformation became a calling. Today, Chelsea owns and operates five Burn Boot Camp locations across St. Louis, and serves thousands of women throughout the community. Through her gyms, coaching, workshops, and keynote speaking, Chelsea helps women recognize the patterns keeping them stuck and build the courage to step toward what is possible. Her work explores identity, confidence, environment, self-leadership, and the imperfect process of becoming. Chelsea is also a wife and mom of two who understands the complexity of pursuing meaningful goals while navigating motherhood, leadership, and everyday life.We hope you enjoyed this podcast episode! To learn more about Moms of the Lou you can go to stlouismom.com or follow us on Instagram and Facebook. You can listen to the podcast on Apple Podcast and Spotify. And don't forget to rate and review so more people can tune in! This episode was produced by St. Louis Mom. It was recorded and edited by STL Bucketlist Studios in St. Louis, Missouri.

Fluent Fiction - Danish: Finding Friendship: Amidst the Chaos of a Field Hospital Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/da/episode/2026-10-01-22-34-02-da Story Transcript:Da: I en travl markhospital i efterårets farver skinnede de røde og gyldne blade udenfor i kontrast til den grå himmel.En: In a busy field hospital amidst the fall colors, the red and golden leaves shone outside in contrast to the gray sky.Da: Inde i hospitalet var tempoet højt.En: Inside the hospital, the pace was high.Da: Læger og sygeplejersker hastede omkring, altid med et formål.En: Doctors and nurses rushed around, always with a purpose.Da: Søren var en af dem.En: Søren was one of them.Da: Han var frivillig sygeplejerske, dedikeret til at gøre en forskel.En: He was a volunteer nurse, dedicated to making a difference.Da: Han havde været der i flere måneder og kendte rutinen ud og ind.En: He had been there for several months and knew the routine inside and out.Da: Søren ville gerne møde nogen, der delte hans passion for at hjælpe.En: Søren wanted to meet someone who shared his passion for helping.Da: Men det var svært, når alle var så optaget af deres arbejde.En: But it was difficult when everyone was so caught up in their work.Da: Katrine var ny læge på hospitalet.En: Katrine was a new doctor at the hospital.Da: Hun gik rundt med en trillet vogn fuld af medicin, mens hun forsøgte at holde styr på de mange opgaver.En: She walked around with a trolley full of medicine while trying to keep track of the many tasks.Da: Hun kom netop fra universitetet og følte ofte, at hun druknede i ansvaret.En: She had just come from university and often felt like she was drowning in responsibility.Da: Katrine savnede sit hjem.En: Katrine missed her home.Da: Hun ville gerne bevise, at hun kunne klare det, men det var en udfordring.En: She wanted to prove she could handle it, but it was a challenge.Da: En kold efterårsdag, hvor vinden raslede i trætoppene udenfor, så Søren Katrine stå alene ved kaffemaskinen.En: One cold autumn day, when the wind rustled in the treetops outside, Søren saw Katrine standing alone by the coffee machine.Da: Han tøvede et øjeblik, usikker på hvordan han skulle nærme sig.En: He hesitated for a moment, unsure of how to approach her.Da: Men tanken om, at de kunne støtte hinanden, gav ham mod.En: But the thought that they could support each other gave him courage.Da: Han gik hen til hende og sagde, "Hej, Katrine, har du lyst til at tage en kop kaffe sammen i pausen?"En: He went over to her and said, "Hi, Katrine, would you like to have a cup of coffee together during the break?"Da: Katrine kiggede op, hendes ansigt blødede op med et smil.En: Katrine looked up, her face softening into a smile.Da: "Det ville være dejligt," sagde hun, lettet over ikke at føle sig så alene længere.En: "That would be lovely," she said, relieved not to feel so alone anymore.Da: Under deres kaffepause satte de sig i et roligt hjørne af kantinen.En: During their coffee break, they sat in a quiet corner of the canteen.Da: Søren spurgte Katrine om, hvorfor hun havde valgt dette arbejde.En: Søren asked Katrine why she had chosen this job.Da: Hun fortalte om sin drøm om at hjælpe mennesker og gøre en forskel.En: She talked about her dream of helping people and making a difference.Da: Søren nikkede og delte sine egne oplevelser og frygt for ikke at være nok.En: Søren nodded and shared his own experiences and fears of not being enough.Da: Samtalen flød nemt, og de opdagede, at de havde meget til fælles.En: The conversation flowed easily, and they discovered they had a lot in common.Da: De ønskede begge at føle sig accepteret og kompetent.En: They both wanted to feel accepted and competent.Da: De talte om deres første tid på hospitalet, deres bekymringer og mål.En: They talked about their early days at the hospital, their worries, and goals.Da: Det var en lettelse at vide, de ikke var alene.En: It was a relief to know they were not alone.Da: Da de vendte tilbage til arbejdet, føltes hospitalets travlhed lidt mindre overvældende.En: When they returned to work, the hospital's busyness felt a bit less overwhelming.Da: De havde fundet en ven i hinanden.En: They had found a friend in each other.Da: Katrine følte sig mindre isoleret og mere som en del af fællesskabet.En: Katrine felt less isolated and more like part of the community.Da: Søren oplevede opmuntring ved at have taget initiativet.En: Søren felt encouraged by having taken the initiative.Da: De aftalte at mødes regelmæssigt for at dele erfaringer og give hinanden støtte.En: They agreed to meet regularly to share experiences and support each other.Da: Som bladene udenfor, der skiftede farve, kunne de mærke en indre forandring.En: Like the leaves outside that changed color, they could feel an inner change.Da: Venskabet, som begyndte ved kaffemaskinen den dag, gav dem begge nyt håb og styrken til at fortsætte.En: The friendship that began by the coffee machine that day gave them both new hope and the strength to continue. Vocabulary Words:amidst: blandtcontrast: kontrastpace: tempovolunteer: frivilligdedicated: dedikeretroutine: rutinecaught up: optagettrolley: trillet vogntrack: styrdrowning: druknedewind: vindenrustled: rasledecourage: modinitiative: initiativetrelieved: lettetcanteen: kantinendream: drømcompetent: kompetentrelief: lettelseoverwhelming: overvældendeisolated: isoleretcommunity: fællesskabetexperiences: oplevelsersupport: støttepurpose: formålsoftening: blødedeinner: indrechanged: skiftedecompetent: kompetentchallenges: udfordring

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Crisis & Compassion: Mid-Autumn at Tianye Hospital Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2026-10-01-07-38-19-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 黄昏时分，凉爽的秋风轻抚着田野医院的帐篷。En: At dusk, the cool autumn wind gently caressed the tents at Tianye Hospital.Zh: 这里临时搭建了许多急救床位，供不断涌入的患者使用。En: Many emergency beds were set up here temporarily for the continuous influx of patients.Zh: 李俊身穿白色护士服，忙碌地穿梭在病床之间，En: Li Jun, dressed in a white nurse's uniform, busily moved between the beds.Zh: 虽然心情如同这即将沉落的夕阳般沉重，但她依然微笑着安慰身边的病人。En: Although her mood was as heavy as the setting sun, she still smiled to comfort the patients around her.Zh: 李俊是个善于在混乱中保持冷静的护士，但此刻她内心深处的焦虑不安无时无刻不在骚动。En: Li Jun is a nurse who excels at staying calm amidst chaos, but at this moment, an incessant anxiety disturbed her deep inside.Zh: 病人越来越多，医院资源却面临枯竭。En: The number of patients was increasing, yet the hospital resources were depleting.Zh: 她心里希望每个病人都能得到最好的照顾，但能力有限，她感到压力山大。En: She hoped in her heart that every patient could receive the best care, but with limited ability, she felt immense pressure.Zh: 一旁的美琳正拎着一摞病历，疲惫而坚定地对着同事们分配工作。En: Beside her, Mei Lin was carrying a stack of medical records, distributing tasks to her colleagues with a weary yet determined demeanor.Zh: 作为医生，她以快速思维和领导能力见长。En: As a doctor, she was known for her quick thinking and leadership skills.Zh: 然而，面对当前这场突如其来的危机，她忧心忡忡。En: However, faced with this sudden crisis, she was deeply concerned.Zh: 今晚是中秋节，她承诺过要与家人共度，En: Tonight was the Mid-Autumn Festival, and she had promised to spend it with her family.Zh: 可她明白，眼下的重担难以丢下。En: Yet, she understood that the heavy burden at hand was difficult to set aside.Zh: 就在此时，李俊心生一计，En: At that moment, Li Jun had an idea.Zh: 她暂停脚步，深吸一口气，决心向社区寻求帮助。En: She paused, took a deep breath, and decided to seek help from the community.Zh: 她想让志愿者们来处理一些非紧急事务，好让她专注于危重病人。En: She wanted volunteers to handle some non-urgent tasks so she could focus on critical patients.Zh: 与此同时，美琳也放下了自以为是的固执，通过网络向同行们寻求建议，接受了他们的支持与帮助。En: Meanwhile, Mei Lin let go of her stubbornness and sought advice from fellow professionals online, accepting their support and assistance.Zh: 她明白，只有集思广益，才能尽快找到有效的解决办法。En: She realized that only by pooling ideas could an effective solution be quickly found.Zh: 夜幕降临，月亮圆满如镜，象征着中秋团圆。En: As night fell, the moon was full and bright, symbolizing Mid-Autumn reunions.Zh: 病房内，灯光交错着洒下阵阵温暖。En: In the ward, the overlapping lights shed warm glows.Zh: 李俊和美琳远离喧嚣，和志愿者们组成了一个新的护理轮班，使得医院运作缓住了即将濒临崩溃的局面。En: Li Jun and Mei Lin, distancing themselves from the clamor, formed a new caregiving shift with the volunteers, allowing the hospital operations to stabilize from a near-collapse state.Zh: 望着窗外的圆月，李俊和美琳终于有了片刻宁静，En: Gazing at the full moon outside, Li Jun and Mei Lin finally found a moment of peace.Zh: 她们分享着一块月饼，那甜蜜的滋味在口中绽放。En: They shared a piece of mooncake, the sweet taste blossoming in their mouths.Zh: 窗外传来远处人群的欢声笑语，她们心中默默感到一股成就感和深深的联系。En: Laughter and cheer from distant crowds reached from outside the window, filling them with a silent sense of accomplishment and deep connection.Zh: 这个秋天的中秋夜，李俊和美琳学会了新东西。En: On this Mid-Autumn night of autumn, Li Jun and Mei Lin learned something new.Zh: 李俊发现自己能够适应挑战，并依靠团队的力量解决问题。En: Li Jun discovered that she could adapt to challenges and rely on the power of the team to solve problems.Zh: 美琳则懂得接受帮助，学会了从容地分配责任，而非独自抗下所有。En: Mei Lin understood the importance of accepting help and learned to calmly delegate responsibilities rather than bearing everything alone.Zh: 这一天，尽管艰辛，但却是她们人生中难忘的一瞬。En: Despite the hardships, this day became an unforgettable moment in their lives. Vocabulary Words:dusk: 黄昏caressed: 轻抚influx: 涌入amidst: 中间incessant: 无时无刻不depleting: 枯竭immense: 山大weary: 疲惫demeanor: 态度stubbornness: 固执clandestine: 偷偷摸摸clamor: 喧嚣stabilize: 稳定near-collapse: 濒临崩溃gazing: 望着mooncake: 月饼accomplishment: 成就感conglomerate: 集团adapt: 适应delegate: 分配responsibility: 责任unforgettable: 难忘tent: 帐篷crisis: 危机temporarily: 临时acquaintance: 熟人leadership: 领导能力volunteer: 志愿者gleam: 微光realm: 领域

In Part 1 of a special two-part Texas Talks series recorded live at the Texas Hospital Association Annual Conference in Fort Worth, host Brad Swail sits down with Allen Harrison, President of Medical City Healthcare, HCA Healthcare's North Texas Division, and Chair-Elect of the Texas Hospital Association Board of Trustees.Harrison shares the personal story that led him to a career in healthcare before turning to the financial pressures facing Texas hospitals and the growing debate over healthcare affordability.The conversation examines Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement, uninsured patients, the role of commercial insurance, hospital pricing and the growing financial burden placed directly on patients. Harrison also discusses what Texas hospitals are watching ahead of the 90th Texas Legislature and why protecting existing Medicaid funding is a major priority.Brad and Harrison also explore Texas' healthcare workforce, including improvements in the nursing shortage, continued demand for specialized healthcare workers and how the patient experience can be complicated by an increasingly difficult-to-understand billing system.This is Part 1 of our two-part Texas Hospital Association special. Part 2 continues tomorrow with another conversation from the THA Annual Conference.00:00 — Introducing Allen Harrison01:47 — A Personal Connection to Healthcare04:11 — How Healthcare Has Changed06:29 — Preparing to Lead the Texas Hospital Association07:45 — Healthcare Affordability & the 90th Legislature09:22 — Medicare, Medicaid & Hospital Finances12:09 — Protecting Texas Medicaid Funding13:25 — What Really Drives Healthcare Costs?14:53 — How Hospital Pricing Actually Works16:25 — Managing Financial Uncertainty18:00 — Insurance & Rising Patient Costs20:52 — Texas' Healthcare Workforce23:00 — Shortages in Specialized Healthcare Jobs24:22 — What Patients Want From Healthcare26:22 — Closing Watch Full-Length Interviews: https://www.youtube.com/@TexasTalks Follow us on social mediaX: @Texas_DispatchInstagram: thetexasdispatchLinkedIn: The Texas DispatchTikTok: texas_talks_podcast Find more at The Texas DispatchYour source for state news, policy, and investigative journalism.https://thetexasdispatch.com

Fluent Fiction - Swedish: Trust in Crisis: How Teamwork Saves a Field Hospital Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sv/episode/2026-10-01-22-34-01-sv Story Transcript:Sv: Lars stod mitt i kaoset på fältsjukhuset.En: Lars stood in the midst of chaos at the field hospital.Sv: De vita tälten var uppställda på fältet, omgivna av de nedfallna löven i höstvinden.En: The white tents were set up on the field, surrounded by the fallen leaves in the autumn wind.Sv: Det var bråda tider.En: It was a busy time.Sv: Patienter fyllde de trånga utrymmena, och Lars visste att de behövde fler förnödenheter inför den kalla vintern som närmade sig.En: Patients filled the cramped spaces, and Lars knew they needed more supplies for the cold winter approaching.Sv: Han drog en djup suck, överväldigad av ansvaret som vilade på hans axlar.En: He took a deep breath, overwhelmed by the responsibility resting on his shoulders.Sv: Ingrid, hans pålitliga kollega, kom snabbt fram till honom.En: Ingrid, his reliable colleague, quickly approached him.Sv: Hon hade ett lugn över sig, en förmåga att få saker att hända.En: She had a calmness about her, an ability to make things happen.Sv: "Vi måste påbörja inventeringen av våra medicinska förnödenheter," sa hon och tittade allvarligt på Lars.En: "We need to start the inventory of our medical supplies," she said, looking seriously at Lars.Sv: Han nickade, medveten om allvaret i situationen.En: He nodded, aware of the seriousness of the situation.Sv: "Vi behöver allt vi kan få," svarade han.En: "We need everything we can get," he replied.Sv: Maja, en ny volontär, studsade upp bredvid dem.En: Maja, a new volunteer, bounced up beside them.Sv: "Jag kan hjälpa till," sa hon ivrigt.En: "I can help," she said eagerly.Sv: Lars tittade på henne och kände en tvekan.En: Lars looked at her and felt a hesitation.Sv: Hon var entusiastisk men oerfaren.En: She was enthusiastic but inexperienced.Sv: Tidigare hade hon gjort vissa misstag, vilket hade kostat dem värdefull tid.En: Previously, she had made some mistakes, which had cost them valuable time.Sv: Men Ingrid gav honom en menande blick.En: But Ingrid gave him a meaningful look.Sv: "Hon lär sig snabbt, Lars.En: "She learns quickly, Lars."Sv: "Med en suck bestämde Lars sig för att ge Maja en chans.En: With a sigh, Lars decided to give Maja a chance.Sv: "Okej, Maja," sa han.En: "Okay, Maja," he said.Sv: "Hjälp Ingrid att kontrollera våra listor.En: "Help Ingrid check our lists."Sv: ”De tre började sin tur till lagret i utkanten av lägerområdet.En: The three started their journey to the storage at the edge of the camp area.Sv: De hade bråttom, och den kalla vinden fick dem att dra jackorna tätare runt sig.En: They were in a hurry, and the cold wind made them pull their jackets tighter around themselves.Sv: När de anlände såg Maja direkt orolig ut.En: When they arrived, Maja immediately looked worried.Sv: Lagret var låst.En: The storage was locked.Sv: Det var här deras förhoppningar om de sista förnödenheterna låg.En: This was where their hopes for the last supplies lay.Sv: Lars insåg snabbt att detta kunde innebära stora problem.En: Lars quickly realized that this could mean big problems.Sv: "Vi måste öppna det," sa Ingrid bestämt.En: "We have to open it," said Ingrid firmly.Sv: Hon var inte den som lät byråkrati stå i vägen.En: She wasn't one to let bureaucracy stand in the way.Sv: Med all den erfarenhet hon hade av att navigera systemet, visste hon vem hon skulle prata med.En: With all the experience she had in navigating the system, she knew who to talk to.Sv: Ingrid snackade med ansvariga medan Lars och Maja väntade spänt.En: Ingrid chatted with those in charge while Lars and Maja waited anxiously.Sv: Efter vad som kändes som en evighet återvände hon med nycklar i handen och ett triumferande leende.En: After what felt like an eternity, she returned with keys in hand and a triumphant smile.Sv: I skydd av det öppnade lagret arbetade de snabbt med att lasta de livsviktiga förnödenheterna.En: In the shelter of the opened storage, they worked quickly to load the vital supplies.Sv: Lars kände en lättnad svepa över honom.En: Lars felt a wave of relief wash over him.Sv: Möjligheten att lita på Maja, att se hennes potential, förändrade något i Lars.En: The possibility of trusting Maja, to see her potential, changed something in Lars.Sv: När de återkom till sjukhuset, genomsyrat av den bitande höstluften, visste Lars att de klarade det.En: When they returned to the hospital, permeated by the biting autumn air, Lars knew they made it.Sv: Han såg på Ingrid och Maja, tacksam för deras insatser.En: He looked at Ingrid and Maja, grateful for their efforts.Sv: Nätter blev kallare, men tack vare deras beslutsamhet hade de nu tillräckligt för att klara de kommande veckorna.En: Nights were growing colder, but thanks to their determination, they now had enough to get through the coming weeks.Sv: Och bland de fallna höstlöven insåg Lars att ibland måste man våga ta risker och lita på pålitliga händer.En: And among the fallen autumn leaves, Lars realized that sometimes you have to dare to take risks and trust reliable hands. Vocabulary Words:chaos: kaosamidst: mitt icramped: trångasupplies: förnödenheteroverwhelmed: överväldigadresponsibility: ansvarreliable: pålitliginventory: inventeringeagerly: ivrigtenthusiastic: entusiastiskinexperienced: oerfarenhesitation: tvekanmeaningful: menanderenewal: förnyelsejourney: turlock: låsbureaucracy: byråkratinavigate: navigeraanxiously: spänteternity: evighettriumphant: triumferandeshelter: skyddvital: livsviktigrelief: lättnadpermeated: genomsyratdetermination: beslutsamhetgratitude: tacksamhetpotential: potentialapproaching: närmanderesponsibility: ansvar

Fluent Fiction - Spanish: From School Uniform to Scrubs: Santiago's Field Hospital Quest Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2026-10-01-22-34-02-es Story Transcript:Es: En medio de la primavera austral, los días cálidos anunciaban el renacer de la naturaleza, pero en el hospital de campaña, el ambiente seguía siendo frenético.En: In the midst of the southern spring, the warm days announced the rebirth of nature, but in the field hospital, the atmosphere remained frenetic.Es: Santiago, un estudiante de secundaria lleno de sueños, había decidido que ese sería el lugar donde haría la diferencia.En: Santiago, a high school student full of dreams, had decided that this would be the place where he would make a difference.Es: Su deseo de ser doctor nacía del amor por su tía Isabel, quien hacía poco había superado una enfermedad grave.En: His desire to be a doctor was born from the love for his aunt Isabel, who had recently overcome a serious illness.Es: El hospital de campaña, levantado tras una emergencia, era un hervidero de actividad.En: The field hospital, set up after an emergency, was a hive of activity.Es: Las carpas extendidas en el campo albergaban a pacientes en camillas alineadas en hileras largas.En: The tents stretched across the field housed patients on stretchers aligned in long rows.Es: El aire olía a desinfectante y esperanza.En: The air smelled of disinfectant and hope.Es: Santiago había llegado temprano, con su uniforme escolar aún impecable, listo para ayudar durante las vacaciones del colegio.En: Santiago had arrived early, with his school uniform still impeccable, ready to help during the school holidays.Es: —Bienvenido, Santiago —lo saludó Mateo, un médico con más años de práctica que Santiago de vida—.En: "Welcome, Santiago," greeted Mateo, a doctor with more years of practice than Santiago had of life.Es: Hoy aprenderás mucho si te concentras.En: "Today you'll learn a lot if you focus."Es: Sentía un nudo en el estómago.En: He felt a knot in his stomach.Es: Todo era nuevo, ruidoso y caótico.En: Everything was new, noisy, and chaotic.Es: Los médicos, enfermeros y voluntarios se movían como un enjambre, cada uno con una tarea urgente.En: The doctors, nurses, and volunteers moved like a swarm, each with an urgent task.Es: Santiago se sintió abrumado, insignificante junto a tanta experiencia.En: Santiago felt overwhelmed, insignificant alongside so much experience.Es: Se propuso entonces un plan: enfocarse en pequeñas tareas.En: He then set himself a plan: to focus on small tasks.Es: Su primer cometido fue sencillo; repartir jarras de agua fresca a los pacientes.En: His first assignment was simple: distributing pitchers of fresh water to the patients.Es: Al principio, sus manos temblaron un poco, pero se tranquilizó al ver que su simple gesto era bien recibido.En: At first, his hands trembled a little, but he calmed down when he saw that his simple gesture was well received.Es: Cada sonrisa que su acción generaba era para él un pequeño triunfo.En: Each smile that his action generated was for him a small triumph.Es: A medida que el día avanzaba, Santiago fue tomando confianza.En: As the day went on, Santiago gained confidence.Es: Observaba a Mateo y a los otros médicos con atención, aprendiendo de sus movimientos precisos.En: He observed Mateo and the other doctors attentively, learning from their precise movements.Es: Justo cuando pensó que todo marchaba en calma, una emergencia golpeó como un vendaval.En: Just when he thought everything was going smoothly, an emergency struck like a gale.Es: Un accidente vehicular había llenado el hospital de campaña con heridos que requerían atención inmediata.En: A vehicular accident had filled the field hospital with injured people requiring immediate attention.Es: Santiago sintió el pánico rozar su corazón, pero recordó su propósito.En: Santiago felt panic brush his heart, but he remembered his purpose.Es: Mateo, percibiendo su duda, le indicó.En: Mateo, perceiving his doubt, directed him.Es: —Atiende aquí, Santiago.En: "Help here, Santiago.Es: Ayuda cuenta.En: Assistance counts."Es: Con determinación, Santiago se puso manos a la obra.En: With determination, Santiago set to work.Es: Ayudó a movilizar camillas, trajo vendajes, incluso sostuvo una mano temblorosa durante los momentos más críticos.En: He helped to move stretchers, brought bandages, and even held a trembling hand during the most critical moments.Es: Sin darse cuenta, estaba sumergido en la vorágine de eventos, haciendo una diferencia.En: Without realizing it, he was immersed in the whirlwind of events, making a difference.Es: Al finalizar ese exhausto día, Santiago estaba cubierto de sudor, pero su corazón estaba lleno de gratitud.En: At the end of that exhausting day, Santiago was covered in sweat, but his heart was full of gratitude.Es: Mateo le buscó entre los escombros de lo que había sido un día caótico.En: Mateo sought him out among the aftermath of what had been a chaotic day.Es: —Lo hiciste bien, muchacho —dijo Mateo, con una mezcla de cansancio y orgullo en su voz—.En: "You did well, boy," said Mateo, with a mixture of tiredness and pride in his voice.Es: No es fácil, pero es valioso.En: "It's not easy, but it's valuable."Es: Santiago sonrió.En: Santiago smiled.Es: Sabía ahora que sí podía.En: He knew now that he could do it.Es: La confianza que le faltó al amanecer había florecido dentro de él, junto con su compromiso de ser doctor.En: The confidence he lacked at dawn had blossomed within him, along with his commitment to becoming a doctor.Es: El Día de la Hispanidad, estaba seguro de su camino, dispuesto a seguir aprendiendo y ayudando.En: On Día de la Hispanidad, he was sure of his path, willing to continue learning and helping.Es: Así, Santiago acabó el día más comprometido que nunca con su vocación, comprendiendo que cada pequeño esfuerzo suma en el inmenso mosaico de la cura y el cuidado.En: Thus, Santiago ended the day more committed than ever to his vocation, understanding that every small effort adds up in the immense mosaic of healing and care. Vocabulary Words:the midst: el mediothe spring: la primaverathe rebirth: el renacerthe field hospital: el hospital de campañathe atmosphere: el ambientethe hive: el herviderothe stretchers: las camillasthe rows: las hilerasthe disinfectant: el desinfectantethe holidays: las vacacionesthe knot: el nudothe swarm: el enjambrethe task: la tareathe assignment: el cometidothe pitchers: las jarrasthe smile: la sonrisathe triumph: el triunfothe confidence: la confianzathe movements: los movimientosthe accident: el accidentethe bandages: los vendajesthe whirlwind: la voráginethe aftermath: los escombrosthe pride: el orgullothe purpose: el propósitothe heart: el corazónthe doubt: la dudathe determination: la determinaciónthe exhaustion: el agotamientothe gratitude: la gratitud

Fluent Fiction - Serbian: Miloš's Medical Calling: A Field Hospital Awakening Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sr/episode/2026-10-01-22-34-01-sr Story Transcript:Sr: Јесењи ветар је нежно шушкао лишће испред теренске болнице.En: The autumn wind gently rustled the leaves in front of the field hospital.Sr: Унутра, мирис антисептика и брзи кораци медицинског особља стварали су атмосферу хитности и бриге.En: Inside, the smell of antiseptic and the rapid steps of medical staff created an atmosphere of urgency and care.Sr: Милош, заједно са својим школским друговима Аном и Јованом, стајао је на страни и посматрао.En: Miloš stood to the side with his schoolmates Ana and Jovan, observing.Sr: Данас је у школском програму био излет, посета теренској болници да би научили о хитном медицинском одговору.En: Today, their school program included a field trip to the field hospital to learn about emergency medical response.Sr: Већ дуго је Милош размишљао о медицини као каријери.En: Miloš had been thinking about medicine as a career for a long time.Sr: Његово срце је било пуно питања, а ум пун сумњи.En: His heart was full of questions, and his mind full of doubts.Sr: Док је гледао како лекари и медицинске сестре брзо и прецизно раде, осетио је тежину одговорности коју медицинска професија носи.En: As he watched the doctors and nurses work quickly and precisely, he felt the weight of responsibility that the medical profession carries.Sr: „Не знам да ли сам за ово,“ рекао је Милош тихо, окрећући се ка Ани која је увек била један корак испред.En: "I don't know if this is for me," Miloš said quietly, turning to Ana, who was always one step ahead.Sr: „Све је тако озбиљно и стресно.En: "Everything is so serious and stressful."Sr: “„То је зато што је важно, Милоше,“ рекла је Ана.En: "That's because it's important, Miloše," Ana said.Sr: „Ако желиш да улазиш у ову професију, мораш да знаш да ћеш сваког дана чинити разлику.En: "If you want to enter this profession, you have to know that you'll make a difference every day."Sr: “Милош је одлучио да не остане пасиван.En: Miloš decided not to remain passive.Sr: Пришао је медицинском особљу и почео да поставља питања.En: He approached the medical staff and began asking questions.Sr: Докторка која је водила групу му је показала како се проверавају витални знаци и како се поступа у хитним ситуацијама.En: The doctor leading the group showed him how to check vital signs and how to respond in emergency situations.Sr: Изненада, са улаза се чуо позив за помоћ.En: Suddenly, a call for help echoed from the entrance.Sr: До болнице је довезена жена која је имала озбиљну рану на руци.En: A woman with a severe arm injury was brought to the hospital.Sr: Милош је стајао прикован за место, срце му је лупало.En: Miloš stood frozen, his heart pounding.Sr: „Треба нам помоћ!En: "We need help!Sr: Ти, дођи овамо,“ повикао је један од лекара показујући на Милоша.En: You, come here," one of the doctors shouted, pointing at Miloš.Sr: Милош је застаканог погледа кренуо корак напред.En: With a glazed look, Miloš stepped forward.Sr: У новооткривеној смелости, пришао је и почео да помаже медицинској сестри са завезивањем завоја.En: In newfound bravery, he approached and began helping the nurse with bandaging.Sr: Под строгим надзором, Милош је слушао инструкције и осећао како му се руке тресу, али није одустао.En: Under strict supervision, Miloš listened to instructions and felt his hands trembling, but he didn't give up.Sr: Док је пазио на жену и видео је како се њено стање побољшава, осетио је дубоку радост и задовољство.En: As he watched the woman and saw her condition improve, he felt deep joy and satisfaction.Sr: Када је све било готово, лекар му је тапшао по рамену.En: When everything was done, the doctor patted him on the shoulder.Sr: „Добар посао, младићу.En: "Good job, young man.Sr: Видиш, можеш ти то.En: See, you can do it."Sr: “Милош је напустио болницу са новом сигурношћу.En: Miloš left the hospital with newfound confidence.Sr: Јесење лишће падало је обасјано зрацима сунца, док је он са поносом ходао поред Ане и Јована.En: The autumn leaves were falling, illuminated by sunlight, as he proudly walked alongside Ana and Jovan.Sr: Схватио је да је тај дан донео одлуку.En: He realized that he had made a decision that day.Sr: Упркос изазовима, имао је страст и способност за медицинску каријеру.En: Despite the challenges, he had the passion and capability for a medical career.Sr: Јесење боје су се пресликавале у Милошевом срцу.En: The autumn colors were mirrored in Miloš's heart.Sr: Сада је знао како важну улогу може да има у животима других.En: Now he knew what an important role he could play in the lives of others.Sr: Пут којим ће наставити је убрзо постао јаснији, а његова одлучност је постала снажнија.En: The path ahead of him became clearer, and his determination grew stronger.Sr: Крај.En: The end. Vocabulary Words:rustled: шушкаоantiseptic: антисептикatmosphere: атмосфераurgency: хитностcareer: каријераprecisely: прецизноresponsibility: одговорностdoubts: сумњиstressful: стресноhospital: болницаdifference: разликуpassive: пасиванapproached: пришаоemergency: хитнимrespond: поступаinjury: ранаfrozen: прикованglazed: застаканогbravery: смелостиbandaging: завезивањем завојаsupervision: надзорtrembling: тресуsatisfaction: задовољствоconfidence: сигурношћуcapability: способностilluminated: обасјаноdetermination: одлучностrole: улогуpath: путdecision: одлуку

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Some stories are too tender and too good to leave sitting in the archives, and Sally's is one of them. Sally shares her unmedicated hospital birth, and she does it gracefully, while her sweet grandpa had passed away just days before she went into labor. Her story is a powerful picture of the goodness of God woven through both grief and joy, all in the same week.We talk about how giving birth brought her and her husband closer than ever, and the little things she brought to the hospital that made a real difference, the snacks, the water bottle, the comb, the fan, all the tiny tools that kept her energized, hydrated, and distracted from the intensity of contractions. Sally is also a wedding photographer who shot 25 weddings while pregnant and worked right up until the day before labor, so we get into how her active, fitness-focused lifestyle shaped her whole experience. I hope this one speaks to your heart the way it spoke to mine.Here are some highlights from the episode:[3:10] How Sally shot 25 weddings while pregnant — and worked right up until the day before she went into labor. [6:45] Why she compares an unmedicated birth to running a marathon (she's run a few, so she'd know)...and I have to agree

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Welcome to the September Q&A! Today we kick things off with your answers to the question, “What did people say when they found out you were planning a home birth?” From being told you're putting your baby in danger and that you'll end up in the ER to family members questioning your midwife, calling you brave, or even threatening to tell your husband not to let you, you had a lot to say.Then we get into your questions. One mother is seven weeks pregnant after a 12-week miscarriage earlier this year that resulted in significant hemorrhage and an ambulance transfer. Her midwife has recommended a miscarriage prevention protocol that includes baby aspirin, progesterone cream, and supplements. Is there evidence that these interventions prevent miscarriage after a single loss, and are there additional considerations when there's a history of hemorrhage?Next, a mother who recently had her first baby at home noticed that her baby's umbilical cord was quite short, making it difficult to bring her baby fully up to her chest during her water birth. She's considering a free birth in the future and wants to know whether having a short cord once makes it more likely to happen again, what determines cord length, and whether a short cord poses any particular risks during birth.Then, a listener asks about a home birth she recently attended where the mother pushed for two to two and a half hours, her contractions eventually stopped, and the baby was not descending. The mother ultimately transferred to the hospital, but could rest have been another option? We discuss what it means when contractions stop during pushing, when a long second stage becomes concerning, and what might help labor get going again.Quickies this month include suddenly resenting your pets after having a baby, homeschooling, tandem breastfeeding a newborn and three-year-old, normal pumping output, pacifier use while breastfeeding, C-section after a traumatic shoulder dystocia, measuring three days behind on an early ultrasound, trying again after miscarriage, weaning from exclusive pumping, showering and self-care postpartum, postpartum anxiety improving around nine months, postpartum care after stillbirth, sleep versus exercise versus sunlight, postpartum depression and anxiety in fathers, grounding yourself during anxiety, and whether postpartum depression is more likely to recur with subsequent babies.Call us with your questions, comments or stories at 802-GET-DOWN!#385 | The Lindsay Clancy Case: Postpartum Psychosis or Psychiatric Drug Reaction? with Dr. Roger McFillinPostpartum Psychosis: The Signs, Risks, Symptoms and RecoveryLivestream: Should we homeschool? Ask a Mom whose family thrived.**********Send us Fan Mail Support the showAccess our workshops: Have a Physiologic Birth in the Hospital and Ultrasound: The Research vs RhetoricNeeded

Pediatric nurse and mom Brigid Bowland shares how her family navigated her son's neuroblastoma diagnosis—with practical guidance on preparing kids for care, accepting support, and finding hope. Key Topics: The symptoms that led to Brigid's son's neuroblastoma diagnosis Going from pediatric nurse to parent receiving life-changing medical news Using medical play to prepare young children for procedures Giving children choices and control during repeated medical care Why slowing down can sometimes make procedures easier Supporting siblings through a cancer diagnosis Caring for yourself while caring for a seriously ill child Asking for and accepting practical support from others Resources including Beads of Courage, Connecting Champions, and neuroblastoma-specific preparation tools Timestamps 00:00 - Finding support through childhood cancer stories 01:11 - Brigid introduces her family 01:38 - Penn State THON and supporting families facing cancer 03:21 - The first sign: a persistent limp 04:55 - Night sweats, an ER visit, and the diagnosis 05:18 - Understanding neuroblastoma and treatment 06:31 - Receiving serious news in the hospital where Brigid works 10:28 - Being both mom and medical translator 11:32 - Why preparing children for procedures matters 12:52 - Medical play and repeated procedures 14:08 - Choices, breaks, and helping kids feel more in control 15:09 - Practicing dressing changes through play 16:49 - Why faster isn't always easier for kids 18:34 - The hard days and emotional toll of treatment 20:36 - Stem cell transplant and the hardest phase of treatment 21:34 - Prayer, gratitude, and staying grounded 25:31 - Simple medical play using things you already have 27:58 - Explaining cancer to siblings 28:28 - Bringing support into a sibling's school 31:12 - Child life tools that can help with procedures 34:09 - Taking cancer treatment one hurdle at a time 35:22 - What asking for help looked like for Brigid's family 39:36 - Connecting Champions and identity beyond cancer 41:00 - Beads of Courage 42:01 - Neuroblastoma resources and medical play tools 43:32 - What Brigid learned about control, patience, and time To listen to more episodes, head to insidethechildrenshospital.com This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Every child and family is different. Always talk with your child's healthcare team about questions or decisions related to their care. The experiences and opinions shared by guests are their own and do not necessarily represent the views of their employers, healthcare organizations, or Inside the Children's Hospital.  

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What is up, y'all! Welcome back to another soulful, candid, and hilarious Wednesday with your favorites, Mike and Tiff, on Damn We Grown! You know you've reached a “certain age” when bills aren't just arriving every month—they feel like the opps waiting to jump you the moment you check the mail. But this week, we're setting aside the everyday grind to talk about things that simply should be common sense, even though society insists on doing the exact opposite. We're breaking down a viral list of everyday rules that just make sense: Hospital Parking: Why charging people to park while visiting sick family or giving birth is straight-up diabolical. The 18-Year-Old Myth: Why expecting an 18-year-old to have life figured out is wild when their prefrontal cortex isn't even done cooking until 25! The Parenting "License": A spicy debate on whether raising the next generation should require a certification—or at least some skin in the game. The Domestic Violence Offender List & Dating Background Checks: Mike and Tiff pitch a million-dollar app idea: TSA PreCheck for dating! Hotel Checkout Shenanigans: Why check-in is at 3:00 PM but they're kicking you out by 10:00 AM. Who Gets Paid What: The real reason teachers, nurses, and firefighters deserve the big bags over entertainers. Before diving into the debate, we catch you up on the weekend vibe: Tiff's creative journey with her new photography page (@teatodd2photos), our 85mil photo walk through Gardena with Zay Monae, Maddi's growing eye behind the lens, and how a quick craving at the Domo Cafe turned into an accidental $81 bill for three burgers! Grab your green tea, get comfortable, and laugh with us through the madness. Because damn… we grown! Connect with the Show:Listen & Stream: Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you catch your favorite pods. Watch: Tune in on YouTube for visual episodes and behind-the-scenes moments. Social Media: Follow the conversation on TikTok and Instagram @damnwegrown. Email Us: Send your thoughts, stories, and episode topic ideas to damnwegrown@gmail.com!

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In this episode of Behind the Genes, we explore Black communities and health research. Our guests discuss why some people feel research is not intended for them, how historical mistrust affects participation, and what needs to change to make research more inclusive, transparent and beneficial for everyone.  Our host, Sharon Jones, is joined by:  Professor Segun Fatumo - Professor and Chair of Genomic Diversity at Queen Mary's Hospital Christella Matoko - Project manager at Genomics England Hazel Attua - member of the Participant Panel at Genomics England We also hear from Mica and Mary, who took part in the Our health, our stories video on YouTube, who share their reflections on why taking part in research matters for Black communities.  As mentioned in the episode, you can also listen to our latest Genomics 101 episode, What is equity in healthcare?, to learn more about what equity means and why it matters in health research and care.  “Engaging in research is bigger than you. It shapes your community, and it shapes the lives of the children coming in the future.”  You can read the transcript below. Sharon Jones: [00:00:00] Hello, and welcome to Behind the Genes, the podcast that brings you the stories, research, and innovations shaping the future of genomic healthcare. Today, we're exploring Black communities and health research. Why do some Black people feel that research isn't intended for them? What role does trust play in participation? Sharon Jones: And what needs to change to improve health outcomes now and in the future? I'm Sharon Jones, and joining me today are Christella Matoko from Genomics England, [00:00:30] Segun Fatumo, Professor and Chair of Genomic Diversity at Queen Mary's Hospital, London, whose work focuses on improving representation and equity in genomic research, and Hazel Attua, who's a member of the Participant Panel at Genomics England. Sharon Jones: A warm welcome to everyone. So before we dive into these topics, let's start first to try and understand how people perceive research and how that can often influence whether they feel it's something for them. So Christella, I'd love to come to you [00:01:00] first. What comes to mind when you hear the words health research? Christella: I think when I'm talking about health research, what comes to mind is the opportunities to understand certain health conditions in different communities, and it's about understanding that we can get better treatments, and these treatments can prevent health inequalities. Although I might look at it from this lens, the whole of the Black community might not. Christella: I have the knowledge of medical care. I work in Genomics England, [00:01:30] so I understand the benefits of, um, health research and how it can improve outcomes within the healthcare. But when you speak about it in terms of the Black community, research doesn't necessarily sit naturally because of all of the historical mistrust that we've, you know, encountered. Sharon Jones: Yeah. Christella: So for me, good healthcare research should ultimately lead to better outcomes for everyone. And I think when I hear [00:02:00] health research, that's like what I like to think about. Sharon Jones: Yeah. Thank you. Thank you for sharing that. And, and Hazel, like coming to you, does that reflect what you've seen or experienced? Sharon Jones: You know, do you feel that research feels relevant to Black communities and why do you think some people may feel hesitant in, in taking part? Hazel: Yeah, I mean, I completely agree with Christella. I think it's difficult for people in the Black community to sometimes trust when research comes out [00:02:30] because previously there's been a lot of mistrust around research because there hasn't always been a lot of research within the Black communities. Hazel: Like when we talk about research, when we talk about, um, for example, with National Genomic Research Library, so when I used to do work with Genomics England- Christella: Mm. Hazel: I specifically was, um, working on the National Genomic Research Library within, um, diverse data. [00:03:00] And so our role was to get more diverse data into the National Genomic Research Library. Hazel: And so for those that don't know what that is, it's like a biobank. And so a biobank is essentially, um, where you help collect samples. So if you've decided to get into research, it's collecting samples, processing samples. So when we decided to do the initiative or when Genomics England decided to do this initiative, I thought it was [00:03:30] amazing because essentially not that much research was done previously for the Black communities. Hazel: And specifically for sickle cell. So to be able to do this, to be able to help understand the background for sickle cell for the Black communities, it's amazing. To be able to get more treatments and interventions, it's great. But like Christella is saying, like, it's interesting to see different people's [00:04:00] perspectives because, again, the trust and the misconceptions around research is different in everybody's eyes because of the, the lack of research that's been done before. Hazel: And so the hesitation around it is like, "Why, why is it only coming about now?" Like, "Why are we doing it now?" But that's the thing about the UK, we're such a diverse population, and it's amazing. So research needs to reflect that. [00:04:30]And so I think hopefully going forward, it actually does do that because we do need treatments and interventions that actually reflect the community. Hazel: Otherwise, we're not gonna get anywhere when it comes to medications, like, health data that actually reflects everyone. Sharon Jones: So we're gonna hear from Mary now, who's a research nurse and midwife, who shares her thoughts on why people [00:05:00] may be hesitant in taking part in research. Mary (Clip): Within the Black community, historically, the lack of participation in research stems from a lack of trust. Historically, I guess the best way to put it is why would I go to a party I've never been invited to? And it's trying to get people to understand that narrative has changed. The lack of trust should never be dismissed. Mary (Clip): It's not a, a myth. It stems from [00:05:30] somewhere. However, there's been so, so, so much change, and I'm hoping that people can see that there are people that really want to make this change for you, for me, for us, for our community. It's so important that, yes, we still hold on to the history of where research is coming from, but we need to paint the picture of the future. Sharon Jones: So Mary's analogy of being invited to a party you've never been to really gets to the heart of that question around trust. So [00:06:00] Segun, I'd love to bring you in at this point. From your experience working to improve representation in genomic research? Sharon Jones: Can you explain to listeners why historically Black communities have felt disconnected to research, and what needs to change to make it feel like it's something for the community rather than something that's being done to the Black community? Segun: So I think we need to get to a point where we acknowledge that there's mistrust. Segun: So some Black community are fed the old, kind of research that is being done on them and not being done with them. You cannot just show up in a community and start asking for their blood sample or asking for their data, and you just do research on them without, uh, proper community [00:07:00] engagement, without getting them involved, without asking them what are the things that are really very, very important, uh, to them. Segun: I think, uh, we researchers and also institution and as well as a nation, UK, where we are taking a lead in global genomics, needs to get to a point where we understand that the trust h-has gone, and, uh, we should not expect the Black community to [00:07:30] give us their trust. Segun: We need to get to a point that where we earn that trust from them, and we're able to do our study on them. So currently in the UK, if you look at some of those, uh, very successful, uh, Black community is really underrepresented. And one of the reason why you hear that is they say that the Black community, they are very hard to reach. Segun: So they're hard to reach because of the same issue. Community engagement has to [00:08:00] be done in a proper way. Yeah, you need to do research in a way that you go to those Black community and don't expect them to come to you. Segun: And we see a lot of that during, uh, during COVID. You see that many, uh, Black community were very hesitant to participate in any vaccine. So we need to get to a point where Black community earn our trust. Sharon Jones: Thank you. Christella, [00:08:30] what do you think about the role that trust plays in deciding whether to participate in research? Sharon Jones: You, you know, given that you've worked on the Generation Study. Christella: I think trust has to be earned, and I think Segun has said it perfectly here in terms of working with the community and coming into the community to understand how the community works. This mistrust that we're talking about is not something of today. Christella: It's something which has been reported on. It's something which we have seen. It's something which has-- it's not a made-up thing. [00:09:00] So when, um, when organisations say Black communities are harder to reach, there is reason for it. That cannot be an excuse not to actually participate with those people in the community to show the difference in which we have made over the years, to understand that we are making changes with the transparency of what we do, you know, creating, um, work which you know where your data is going, because at the end of the day, I'm giving away my [00:09:30] sample. Christella: I want to know who will have access to that sample, where that sample will go. And until we get to a point where we understand that trust has to be earned, it's always gonna be quite difficult if we think Black community are just gonna participate because there's a research available. Sharon Jones: And that's a really fair point. And what do you think, given your sort of experience, what do you think helps build that trust in practice? Christella: I think first of [00:10:00] all, um, not telling and actually going into communities and understanding. So when we talk about the Black community, it's not just a small group of people. Christella: There are Black Caribbeans, there are Black Africans, there are people from different tribes within different countries. So it's not just a, a one-size-fits-all kind of thing here. Yeah. So it's understanding what you're actually trying to achieve, going into places where the Black community [00:10:30] actually congregate, so whether that is church, whether that's community events, whether that's, uh, Black-based events, actually going in and understanding what is it that you would like us to do to show that we are not the research of, you know, the, the early 19th century? Christella: What have we done to show that we are progressing in terms of equality? What have we done in terms of how we're using your data? All those things there, it's not about [00:11:00] things being done to the Black community. It's the, it's the partnership, I think, that needs to be at the forefront of what we do now. Sharon Jones: Yeah. Yeah, and Hazel, coming to you, what do you think enables that participation? Hazel: Again, 100% agree with Chrisella and Segun that it's all about coming to the community and building that trust because it's, it's difficult, and it's about showing up and not just [00:11:30] showing up once. Hazel: It's about consistently showing up and consistently building that trust because it's easy to do a workshop or do an engagement once and tell everyone this is what you're trying to achieve. But if you consistently show everyone who you are, what the research that you're trying to do is, it's not just about telling them about the research, it's understanding who they are before you actually trying to gauge them about the research because, like, [00:12:00] it's breaking down their walls and breaking down their barriers. Hazel: As a Black community, we build up these walls, and I say it as we because we've been let down so many times and- Hazel: like, I say this from my experience, from times where, from the sickle cell community, for example We had treatments that were brought in, so there was, for example, crizanlizumab and [00:12:30] voxelotor that were brought in, and they were approved in, uh, like, 2023, 2024. Hazel: But then in 2024, they were then taken away. So early '24, crizanlizumab was then taken off the shelf. Sharon Jones: Right. Hazel: And then late September, October, voxelotor was then taken off the shelf, and that's very disheartening for patients with sickle cell. And in the Black community, you can see how also people have been let down [00:13:00] again and again Sharon Jones: Yeah. Hazel: in not just healthcare, but in general, like the stigma, the discrimination. And so to come in and just ask people to just get involved in research and then done and dusted- Sharon Jones: Mm-hmm ... Hazel: it's all about treating them as people before asking them to get involved in research. We have to be treated as people before we get involved in anything. Hazel: So it's, I think that's how you get [00:13:30] people to be involved and enable them to get involved in research. Sharon Jones: Yeah. Hazel: It's just treating them as people before anything else. Sharon Jones: And were there any factors for you that, you know, at first you might not have felt comfortable taking part, and what were sort of deciding factors that made you to get involved and participate? Hazel: So for me, coming from, like, a personal point of view, 'cause I was on voxelotor, um, for me It, again, it was very disheartening- Mm-hmm ... um, when it was taken off the shelf, [00:14:00] and it was done very quickly overnight. Sharon Jones: Right. Hazel: And so for me, it's kind of one of those things where it's like, hmm, what do I do? Do I just not trust the system anymore? Sharon Jones: Yeah. Hazel: But then, like the flip side to that is, okay, we've had this drug, and it actually worked for me very well. And the look of that is, okay, so we've had this drug. It was amazing. The potential is we'll get more drugs that will be like this. And so [00:14:30] going into the Diverse Data program and thinking about how we approach people to say, "If you can get involved in this study, the likelihood is we actually might get more drugs, more treatments, more interventions that are going to be as amazing as Voxzelator was." Hazel: Because the likelihood is we've had a drug that was great, and we could actually get more drugs that could be available. Sharon Jones: Yeah. Hazel: But we need research to do it because at the end of the [00:15:00] day, it's research. It's gonna take time, and the results are always gonna shift up and down. So yes, it can be disheartening, but at the end of the day, we've got to keep trying. Hazel: Otherwise, if we don't keep trying, then we're not gonna get anywhere. Sharon Jones: Yeah. Hazel: So I had to ... You have to bite the bullet sometimes, and that's all you can do. So yeah, I think that was what shifted my mindset from not [00:15:30] -from being upset about it to then actually looking at the positives around it. Sharon Jones: Yeah. Yeah. I mean, that is a difficult reframe when something that is working so effectively is suddenly kind of shelved, uh, very quickly like that. Sharon Jones: So changing your mindset couldn't have been, couldn't have been easy. Christella? Christella: When we're talking about what, what, um, Hazel has just said in terms of something was available to everyone and then it wasn't available, and then that goes again to what I say about [00:16:00] transparency. I think if there was more transparency about what was happening with this particular drug in the community, there would be that, that trust that would have, there would be more of an understanding, there would be more of a, like Hazel's taken the, the stance of, "Okay, I will still trust in the research because I believe something better will come along." Christella: It's because of also her knowledge within the research. She's been around- she's been around Genomics England, she's been with people that research has really helped. But those in the [00:16:30] community who haven't, they feel disheartened about this, and this is why I say transpare- transparency about what is happening is so important with our community 'cause we-- so we don't feel like things are just being done to us, we actually understand the reasons behind it. Christella: So for me, there's a few points. It's having people who represent the community actually being clinicians, um, being researchers, you know, leading in these community spaces, the transparency, the [00:17:00] long-term relationship that Hazel was talking about within the community. It's not you come in once and then, you know, you get what you want, and then you leave again. Christella: It's also sharing the findings, and it's also having a trusted message constantly in order for the Black community to actually participate in these research. Sharon Jones: Thank you, Christella. So we've got these themes of, like, consistency around trust, around communication, transparency. So Segun, I wanted to come to you now. Sharon Jones: So why-- if people at [00:17:30] home are still trying to understand why this is important, can you explain to them why representation matters in research, and what happens when communities are not adequately represented in research? What is the impact, and how does that show up? Segun: So representation matters in research because eventually a decision about our health will need to be made, uh, with this. Segun: I give you an example of, uh, a, a drug that we have today, medication we have today that is helping to lower cholesterol. So that medication came to be because some African ancestry individuals were involved in a study. So in that study, they found that those African individual, they have, uh, some genetic variation that is helping them to naturally, uh, lower their cholesterol. Segun: So because they included those African ancestry individuals, so we had, uh, PCSK9 inhibitor where the medication was derived. Now this medication is not only useful for, uh, people of, uh, Black community, but for everybody globally. So helping to lower cholesterol and prevent heart attack. Segun: So we are doing ourself harm if we continue to exclude some people from, uh, from res- from research. Diagnosis is very important. So some tool for [00:19:00] diagnosis might not be appropriate for an ethnic group or, or ancestry or maybe, for example, in this case, a, a Black community. Segun: In a research where we get the right diagnosis, uh, the right treatment, uh, for the right people, for the right community. So we cannot just do, uh, all the research on one particular community, and it posts the finding on another community. So representation is really, really very important, not only among, uh, people that participate in research and also in research leadership. Segun: It is much more easier for Black community, uh, to show interest in research if they see somebody that look like them. So the, the representation has to be at every layer, both the [00:18:42] participant and also at the, at the leadership level. Sharon Jones: Yeah. Segun: I give an example for, for my study, uh, genetic risk score, in most of the study that we've done, we've seen that where you develop a genetic risk score from one population, and you try to, uh, transfer that, uh, genetic risk score to a Black community, they do very poorly. Segun: So we need to include-- We need to be able to get to a point where we involve a Black community adequately in studies so that we can [00:20:30] be able to develop, uh, the right genetic risk score to every, every community. Sharon Jones: Yeah. Segun: So represent-representation is really, is really key. Uh, it's not just about fairness. Segun: It's about the, you know, accuracy. It's about, uh, you know, precision. It's about better healthcare. Sharon Jones: Yeah, and it's like you say, it's sort of holistically, it's from participants, but also for people who are working in research that also aids the sort of uptake in participation if you see people who look like you. Sharon Jones: We're now gonna hear from Mica, who is a mum who took part in a Generation study, and she's gonna talk about why getting involved was so important. Mica (Clip): I think as a Black woman, as a Black person, put yourself forward because the narrative at the moment is there's not enough research, and we're getting all these sort of doom and gloom headlines about, you know, Black maternal outcomes, Black men and prostate cancer, for example. And I feel like if we as a community don't put ourselves out there and make ourselves available for research, that narrative isn't gonna change. Sharon Jones: So, Segun, I'd like to come back to you again. On the flip side of that, how can research organisations better involve Black communities? And are there concerns that we've talked [00:20:38] about today that have, uh, been acknowledged and addressed effectively? Segun: So the first thing is that we need to acknowledge there's a problem. Sharon Jones: Yeah. Segun: And we see the Black people are not really, you know, participating in research because of trust. So how do we overcome that? One major thing is relationship or what I call, uh, community engagement. So community engagement is not community consultation. You know, you want to do research, you just [00:22:30] show up at that time you want to do research. Segun: You know, take people's blood sample and go away. So community engagement starts much more years ahead before... So when you have the right relationship with the community, it's much more easier to be able to do research with them. Segun: So we have to ensure that, uh, people that are doing the research are also well represented. So we have people that, that look similar, people that understand the community, uh, people that live among the community, so it's much more easier to help, help us to boost the trust. So the third one that people don't talk a lot about is benefit. Segun: I've done a lot about recruiting people into research [00:21:43] in, in Africa, and there's a benefit sharing component. What we, what we have done in Uganda is that if you have high blood pressure, we have medication. We refer you to, uh, the clinic that is under our own control. Segun: So we support you with your diabetes, support you with your high blood pressure or whatever thing that you have. If we cannot take care of you, that is where we now refer you to either to a doctor or a general, uh, general hospital. This is [00:25:00] really very important that there's a benefit. And also, uh, recently we've been working with, uh, some, uh, big pharmacy company, and we talk about benefit sharing. Segun: Uh, for example, if we done some study, uh, we find some drug and med-medication, and the, the company had make millions of, of USD. So what come back to the community? So now we talk about, okay, can you now build an hospital here in this, uh, village? So we have to think about an appropriate benefit sharing also for the Black community in the UK. Sharon Jones: Thank you. And I know, Christella, you touched upon some of those similar points that Segun made there. What does meaningful community engagement look like for you? Christella: The benefit sharing is so important because we have to understand there is a problem, first and foremost, okay? And we have to understand the impact of that problem. Christella: We have to bring solutions for that problem, but we also need to show those benefits in these communities that we're actually trying to engage with. And for me, when I'm talking about engagement, I'm really looking at co-designing, you know, not just consulting and telling them what to do, but the real difference is between being able to actually co-design the studies around Black people, so you can understand the nuances within the, the communities. Christella: So understanding how to actually engage with these communities is, is really important And I think it's also being honest about the limitations that we have, that we've seen in the past. Christella: You know? It's not about creating engagement which says you are the knight in shining armour and, and you're here to, you know, put a magic wand and [00:24:00] make everything okay. It's literally being honest about, you know, the preconceptions that people have. You know, what you're trying to achieve in the community, that you're actually trying to benefit the community. Christella: It's important that those who are creating these studies don't go into a room and assume how these communities work. It's really about understanding the experience of Black people and letting them be experts of their own experience, using that to then find ways to better engage with, with communities. Sharon Jones: Thank you. And Hazel, is there anything you would like to add? Hazel: I think Cristella and Segun have hit the nail completely on the head. I think co-design is so important when it comes to engaging with the Black community. And I also think that [00:24:49] when it comes to research, it shouldn't just be about the research. Hazel: It should be about, like, essentially giving back to the community as well. So e- exactly what Segun and Cristella were saying. So if we're talking about we need to do questionnaires or giving samples, the community, whoever is, whoever this research is for, should be able to [00:28:30] see results from this. It shouldn't just be a couple of years down the line they still don't know what is coming from this research. Hazel: Because sometimes we do research and people don't understand what's happened to, to this research, and sometimes that is off-putting to people. Sharon Jones: Thanks, Hazel, and we're gonna hear again from Mica, who captures that idea so powerfully Mica (Clip): The research isn't for the NHS, it isn't for any medical institution, it's not for the government. It's for our community. We're at the heart of that research, and, like, we've got a chance to do something about it, and if you're not gonna put yourself out there, then who else is going to? Sharon Jones: So, Segun, how can we ensure the future of healthcare innovations benefit everybody and they don't deepen health inequalities? Segun: I would say that, so what is the benefit of, uh, innovation, if it does not benefit everyone, particularly people that need it the most? Uh, give an example, maybe Hazel will know a lot about this. Segun: So now we have a sickle cell gene therapy. Of course, a few people have benefited, so this probably costs about, uh, millions of USD for one person. This is a great innovation, but who can benefit from it? It's too expensive. No-nobody's able to afford that. So we need to get a point where, so the so-called innovation can get to the right people, people that actually need it, and it's actually cost-effective. Segun: In my own, uh, domain of work, we're trying to develop a new, uh, gene-genomic test or genetic risk score. So what we have seen from the data that is currently available is that, you know, when you develop this, the score from one particular population, it doesn't transfer to other population. So it-- the genetic testing, uh, is a great innovation, but it doesn't, it doesn't really do well in the, in the Black community. Segun: So I think we should have to think much more at the beginning of innovation, uh, whether who is this innovation being prepared for? Who is going to benefit from this innovation? If innovation is not gonna, uh, benefit people that need it most, it doesn't really make any sense. Sharon Jones: That's a good point. And Christella, you also had an example of what happens when communities are not adequately represented in research. Christella: Yeah. So recently, um, in the NHS, they've started to, um, test for [00:27:45] a specific enzyme, which is, which is found in the Black community, um, for cancer patients going through chemotherapy. Originally, there were four enzyme that they tested for, um, in the genes, and they found that there's actually a fifth one which affects Black people within the community. Christella: And it's so important that this happened because Black patients were having, you know, severe side effects to the chemotherapy, and some patients unfortunately passed away due to this particular enzyme. So understanding that our genes do have variants in it and some, as Segun said, some things which work in one community will not always work, um, in a different community. Christella: So now before anyone undergoes a chemotherapy, the cancer patients across England undergo genetic testing, which can then lead into a change of treatment and reduce adverse, um, side effects for the chemo. Now that the NHS can test for this, it's gonna bring better outcomes to those in the Black community going through chemotherapy. Christella: We all know chemotherapy is hard enough to go through, so making it a little bit better for those in our community that are going through it is so important, and that's why we need to be part of this research, 'cause without us, they won't know what's best for us. Sharon Jones: Thank you for sharing that. And if you'd like to understand more about equity, please listen to our Explainer podcast, What Is Equity? Sharon Jones: So let's hear from Mary with a message she'd like listeners to leave with today. Mary (Clip): Thinking about my experiences, I would love listeners to take away the fact that engaging in research is bigger than you. It shapes your community, and it shapes the lives of the children coming in the future. Black communities, we need to know our baseline. Mary (Clip): We need to know where we are starting. It's bigger than us. My engagement helps the granddaughter I don't have, and that's what I need people to know. Sharon Jones: And given what Mary said, I'd like to ask you all, what message would you [00:29:34] like to leave for listeners who are interested in learning about research? I'll come to Christella first . Christella: I think first of all, we have to acknowledge that the questions and the hesitations within the community are very valid, and we have to understand that this makes sense given the history of research. Christella: But I would love listeners to be left with the knowledge that history shouldn't be the final word of our relationship with research. We ask the hard questions that we need to ask and invite those who need to also benefit from this research. And like Mary said, "I'm helping my grandchild that I don't even have yet." Christella: And I think that's how we need to look at it. It's not so much just about us, but it's the future generation. It's about having better outcomes for each and every one of us, and that includes the Black community. So help shape further research, and medicine will actually benefit us in the future. Sharon Jones: Hazel, what message would you like to leave listeners today? Hazel: I think going into research can sometimes be hard. However, I do think research is incredibly important, [00:31:14] especially for the younger generation. Hazel: So I do think that we should get involved. Sharon Jones: Thank you. And Segun? Segun: Yeah, I would like to, uh, recall what, uh, Christella was saying, uh, particularly saying that for everybody, uh, listening to me right now, if you are invited to participate in the research, please participate, you know. Segun: Ask the right question, "What is the research for?" And, uh, how does it benefit you? Maybe not you directly, maybe your children or maybe your grandchildren. Everyone should remember that, uh, so research is ultimately for the people, for better healthcare. Segun: So our contribution really matter. So you're contributing your sample really matter and can change, uh, somebody's life, can change generation. Every participant has something valuable, which is really key. So I would encourage all the listener to participate in research if you are invited. Segun: Thank you. Sharon Jones: I think that's a very salient point. We'll wrap up there. We've covered a lot today, from trust to participation and what is needed to change to ensure that healthcare is for everyone. A huge thank you to our guests, Christella, Segun, and Hazel, for joining me today as we discussed how Black communities are being served in health research. Sharon Jones: If you enjoyed this episode and you'd like to hear more, please subscribe to Behind the Genes on your favourite podcast app. Thank you for listening. I've been your host, Sharon Jones, and Behind the Jeans is produced by Deanna Barac, Sophie McLachlan, Katie Revell, Adam Wavy, and Patrick Wallace at Bespoken Media. Sharon Jones: Thank you for listening.  

There are worries people are spending far too long waiting in Emergency Departments as demand surges. An Australasian College of Emergency Medicine report finds admissions around the country have risen 21% in the past decade, surging past our 13% population growth. It finds there are rising numbers of seriously unwell patients. Waikato Hospital Emergency Medicine Specialist John Bonning told Mike Hosking some patients are waiting 24 hours in EDs, with resources tight. He says this will be a result of things like a lack of in-patient beds, as well as inadequate staff numbers. Bonning says a range of things has added up – the population is aging, people are getting sicker, and there are unmet needs elsewhere in the sector, so people are ending up in EDs. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

⚠️ Content Warning This episode contains open discussions about suicide and the loss of a family member. Please take care of yourself first. If you're not in the right headspace, come back to this one when you're ready. If you need support, call Lifeline on 13 11 14 (available 24/7) or visit lifeline.org.auThis week I sat down with Cooper Cheshire, and this one hit close to home.Cooper is the youngest person ever to finish the Geo Bay Swim solo, a Rottnest 25km Ultra solo finisher and the Under 18 Open Water Swimming WA State Champion. But what stood out most was how open and grounded he is for someone his age.Cooper and I share something we don't get to talk about often. We have both lost an uncle to suicide. We spoke about how that loss shaped him, why he is using sport to raise money for mental health, and what it really takes to chase big goals as a young athlete, including the swim that landed him in hospital.This one is for anyone who has ever used movement to process something they couldn't put into words.In this episode we cover:Losing an uncle to suicide and how it shaped himHis long distance swimming journey and big dreamsThe swim that landed him in hospitalRaising money for mental health through sportThe mindset it takes to be a young athlete chasing big goalsFollow Cooper CheshireInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/coopercheshire23/Connect with Cooper Workshop and Speaking Enquiries https://form.typeform.com/to/DSPSnvEH 1% Good Club Book https://booktopia.kh4ffx.net/e1xrkr https://amzn.to/46ve1i2 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/cooperchapman/ TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@cooperchapman_ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/cooper-chapman-08a278151/ The Good Human Factory Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thegoodhumanfactory/ The Good Human Factory https://www.thegoodhumanfactory.com THE GOOD HUMAN FACTORY™️ 2020 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

CRNA locums pay has been on a steep curve, and curves correct. The internet says 1099 vs W2 CRNA conversion is 50%. Real conversions land at 20 to 25%. And some CRNAs are supervised all week, then trusted to run solo every weekend. Host Joe Rodriguez, CRNA and anesthesia group co-founder, answers your questions in the first About the Rest Office Hours. Locums and new grads. Joe breaks down the three curves that set locum rates (education, locums, and anesthesia group economics) and explains why falling rates don't mean fatter margins for groups. He also makes the case that new grads going straight into locums are entering the most dangerous years of their careers alone. 1099 vs W2 CRNA. The real conversion range, the tax factor everyone misses, and why most CRNAs who go 1099 never go back. Supervision when convenient. A listener asks why the care team model flips from ACT to independent on nights and weekends. Joe explains the two bets behind it. Hospital contracts. Joe covers what happens when contract volume comes in 20% short and the hospital shrugs, and who should control anesthesia contracts. He also walks through how anesthesia RFPs are actually won: on the denominator, by small margins. Plus: the $40K-per-CRNA misclassification trap, and why Joe's own group nearly failed in 2021. Takeaways: Locum rates move on a curve, and curves correct. When the correction comes, anesthesia groups don't keep the difference: revenue guarantees cap their margin, and a competitor underbids at renewal. New grads need two to three years of mentorship, and locum work doesn't provide it. A locum assignment is built to fill a gap on the schedule, not to develop the clinician filling it. 1099 vs W2 CRNA comes down to conversion, tax savings, and risk. Conversion ranges from 16 to 35%. The bigger advantage is tax treatment, conservatively about 10% more of every dollar kept. The risk is misclassification, which has cost groups about $40K per CRNA. Supervision that disappears on nights and weekends reflects convenience, not acuity. The model bets that no one will check and no one will put the contract at risk. Anesthesia RFPs are won on the denominator. Everyone models payer mix and volume; the winner understands service requirements and labor cost, and the margin between winning and losing is small. Every group needs a mission beyond money and an operating margin to protect it. A mission without margin nearly failed in 2021. Change is how the mission survives. _____________ Want more Dr. Joe Rodriguez? Tik Tok: @jrodcrna21 Instagram: @jrod.crna & @abouttherestpod YouTube: @AboutTheRest Thanks for my co-hosts: Randy Moore (EVP & National Chief CRNA, NorthStar Anesthesia) Gary Keeling (VP of Anesthesia Services, Coronis RCM) To Learn More about Human Content Visit: ⁠⁠⁠http://www.human-content.com⁠⁠⁠ To Learn More about About The Rest Visit: www.abouttherest.com Got a Question? hello@abouttherest.com Part of the Human Content Podcast Network Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

James Beshara is an angel investor, podcaster, philosopher, musician (see OPENSTATE_), founder of Magic Mind and friend. We explore how to choose the right opportunities, find the work that feels like your true calling, and stay committed to it without becoming overly attached to the outcome. James shares the idea of Swadharma—the work you're naturally wired to do—and offers a thoughtful perspective on creativity, purpose, and building a life that feels aligned. James is a high-output creative individual, so here's some links you'll want to checkk out. OPENSTATE_ Apt.ai free code TRYAPT100 The Daily Vedantic Yoga For Your Intellect Enjoy! POSH DUOThe original 2-in-1 styling wax stick. I use Posh Duo to keep my hair fly and my beard on point. Free shipping for RTP listeners. Get the Posh look. A portion of the proceeds from every stick sold goes to Wigs For Kids. Free shipping. ONLINE FILMMAKING COURSES - DIRECT WITH CONFIDENCEEach of my online courses come with a free 1:1 mentorship call with yours truly. Taking the Shadow course is the only way to win a chance to shadow me on a real shoot! DM for details. Want to level up your commercial directing game? Use code "virtual" to take $50 off! MAGIC MIND - MY MENTAL PERFORMANCE EXILIRSave hugely on Magic Mind with this link. — This link is the way. Thanks, Jordan My cult classic mockumentary, "Dill Scallion" is online so I'm giving 100% of the money to St. Jude Children's Hospital. I've decided to donate the LIFETIME earnings every December, so the donation will grow and grow annually. Thank you. "Respect The Process" podcast is brought to you by Commercial Directing FIlm School and True Gent, aka True Gentleman Industries, Inc. in partnership with Brady Oil Entertainment, Inc.

Kenzie walks us through the dark and twisted legacy of the Indiana Hospital for the Insane. Chicago’s best morning radio show now has a podcast! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts and remember that the conversation always lives on the Q101 Facebook page. Brian & Kenzie are live every morning from 6a-10a on Q101. Subscribe to our channel HERE: https://www.youtube.com/@Q101 Like Q101 on Facebook HERE: https://www.facebook.com/q101chicago Follow Q101 on Twitter HERE: https://twitter.com/Q101Chicago Follow Q101 on Instagram HERE: https://www.instagram.com/q101chicago/?hl=en Follow Q101 on TikTok HERE: https://www.tiktok.com/@q101chicago?lang=enSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When a child's cancer treatment threatens a child's ability to speak, eat, or breath, how does a team decide what to address first? On this episode of BackTable ENT, host Dr. Gopi Shah welcomes Dr. Anthony Sheyn, pediatric otolaryngologist at Le Bonheur Children's Hospital and St. Jude, and Amber Bonner, MS, CCC-SLP, acute care speech-language pathologist at Le Bonheur, to explore how a multidisciplinary team navigates the most challenging functional decisions in pediatric head and neck oncology. --- Get the BackTable apphttps://www.backtable.com/app --- Timestamps 00:00 - Introduction03:26 - Treatment Effects vs Tumor Effects06:30 - Swallow and Airway Evaluation Timing10:09 - Voice Assessment Protocols13:13 - Feeding Decisions and Vocal Fold Immobility17:23 - Vocal Fold Injection and Reinnervation21:36 - Tracheostomy Timing and Family Teaching26:08 - Complications and Swallowing Outcomes29:48 - FEES Collaboration and Voice Prognosis34:15 - Decannulation and Functional Outcomes37:40 - Closing Remarks --- More about this episode They discuss baseline preoperative evaluation, strategies to distinguish tumor effects from treatment complications, and the pivotal role of instrumental swallow studies. The discussion covers standardized voice assessments, decisions around feeding tubes and tracheostomy, early vocal fold interventions, and the realities of family education and post-op rehab. Through real-world examples and collaborative protocols, Dr. Sheyn and Amber Bonner share how teams can set children up for meaningful recovery and long-term survivorship, bringing hope to families facing the toughest cases. --- Resources Nagy P, Beckmann N, Cox S, Sheyn A. Management of Vocal Fold Paralysis and Dysphagia for Neurologic Malignancies in Children. Ann Otol Rhinol Laryngol. 2019 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31215235/ ASHA Practice Portal: Flexible Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES)https://www.asha.org/practice-portal/resources/flexible-endoscopic-evaluation-of-swallowing/ ASHA Practice Portal: Videofluoroscopic Swallow Study (VFSS / modified barium swallow)https://www.asha.org/practice-portal/resources/videofluoroscopic-swallow-study/ Zur KB et al. Pediatric Voice Handicap Index (pVHI): a new tool for evaluating pediatric dysphonia. Int J Pediatr Otorhinolaryngol. 2007https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17046072/ Pediatric Auditory-Perceptual Evaluation of Voice, Part 2: A Protocol. J Speech Lang Hear Res. 2026 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42600142/ Care of Infants and Children with Tracheostomies: An Official American Thoracic Society Clinical Practice Guidelinehttps://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC12618984/ --- BackTable ENT & Allergy is the go-to podcast for otolaryngologists, allergists, and head and neck surgeons. Download the free BackTable app to get early access to new episodes, cases, and courses curated by physicians in your specialty. ► https://www.backtable.com/app

On this episode host Dr. Craig Joseph is joined by Dr. Bimal Desai, Vice President and Chief Health Informatics Officer at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP). Together, they explore the implications of AI on medical education, clinical decision-making, and the future role of physicians. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen