January of 1986 was the first official federal observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Manny Munoz discussed why we celebrate it and the day’s significance with historian Kenneth C. Davis, author of the “Don’t Know Much” series of books. His most recent is titled The World in Books: 52 Works of Great Short Nonfiction. 

And January is National Blood Donor Month. While the title might be self-explanatory, the impact is much more than just a name. Rodney Wilson, national spokesperson for the Red Cross, told Manny Munoz how.

Each week, Manny Munoz discusses important national topics with experts, newsmakers, and organizations working to make a positive difference in communities across the country.

Each week Ryan Gorman discusses important national topics with experts, newsmakers, and organizations working to make a positive difference in communities across the country.

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MLK and Blood Donor Month

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Colorectal cancer is the fastest-growing cancer in younger Americans and has officially become the leading cause of cancer deaths for men under 50, and second for women under 50.  Dr. James McCormick, a respected surgeon and Professor of Surgery, Drexel University College of Medicine, Chairperson, Colon/Rectal Cancer Program to me why.

AND, when most of us think about our military it instills a sense of pride in our country.  And the epitome of that vision is often a Navy Seal.  Commander Jack Ratliff, has written a memoir about how the experience changed his life.  It is titled Riding the White Bull: The Making of a Navy SEAL.

Colorectal Cancer and Navy Seal

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As Black History Month draws to a close, we take a closer look at an organization that’s quietly shaped generations of opportunity.  Dr. Walter Kimbrough, Executive Vice President at UNCF

joined me to talk about the legacy and future of the United Negro College Fund.

 

AND would you know what to do if you or someone you were with was poisoned?  It happens to someone every few seconds in our country.  I discussed the dangers with

Dr. Krys Johnson, Epidemiologist for America's Poison Centers

Black History Month and Poison

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For some reason, when we think of heart disease in our country, we think it only affects men.  But, the number of women diagnosed with heart disease every year is significant.  Celina Gorre CEO of WomenHeart and I discussed the disconnect.
AND, you’d think a hospital is one of the safest places you could go in our society, but that hasn’t always been the case.  But, not for the reasons you’d think. Dr Chris DeRienzo, Chief Physician Executive and Senior Vice President at the American Hospital Association told me about the strides they’ve made in improving outcomes.

Hearts and Hospitals

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MLK and Blood Donor Month

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