Black History Month is a time to celebrate the great achievements and commemorate important Black heroes and events throughout our history. It’s also a time to reflect and raise awareness of racial and ethnic disparities across health care sectors.

The Health Advocates are joined by Sarah Shaw, Senior Manager of BIPOC Community Outreach at GHLF, for a discussion on the disproportionate burden of chronic disease in the Black community, barriers to health care, racism in health care, and ultimately, how we can come together as a community and advocate year-round. In this conversation, we delve into actionable steps for fostering inclusivity and driving future advancements in health care access and equity.

Among the highlights in this episode:

00:56: Steven Newmark, Director of Policy at GHLF, discusses the initiation of Medicare price negotiations as part of the Inflation Reduction Act, highlighting the significant step toward potentially reducing drug prices

02:05: Our hosts discuss the Supreme Court's decision to take up a case on COVID misinformation and its implications on the First Amendment, emphasizing the balance between free speech and public health

04:25: The topic shifts to health equity, race, and public health outcomes in honor of Black History Month, with Sarah Shaw sharing insights on the work GHLF is doing and the broader importance of the month

05:18: Sarah shares about her role at GHLF in amplifying BIPOC voices and her personal experience living with chronic illnesses

06:13: Our hosts and guest discuss the widespread impact of health disparities across different diseases and the importance of addressing racism and social determinants in health care

07:08: Sarah provides examples of the disproportionate burden of chronic diseases on the Black community, including the impact of COVID-19 and misdiagnoses due differences in skin color

10:56: Sarah shares her personal journey in finding health care providers who reflect her background and ethnicity, highlighting the challenges and the difference it made in her care

14:54: Steven reflects on the individual and systemic efforts needed to improve health care access and reduce disparities

17:39: The discussion concludes shedding light on the collective effort required to address health care disparities, emphasizing collaboration between patients, medical schools, and advocacy organizations

For more information, you can visit:
https://ghlf.org/black-history-month/
https://ghlf.org/chronic-illness/black-history-advocating-equity/

Contact Our Hosts

Steven Newmark, Director of Policy at GHLF: snewmark@ghlf.org

Zoe Rothblatt, Associate Director, Community Outreach at GHLF: zrothblatt@ghlf.org

A podcast episode produced by Ben Blanc, Manager of Programs & Special Projects at GHLF.

We want to hear what you think. Send your comments in the form of an email, video, or audio clip of yourself to podcasts@ghlf.org

Catch up on all our episodes on our website or on your favorite podcast channel.

Black History Month is a time to celebrate the great achievements and commemorate important Black heroes and events throughout our history. It’s also a time to reflect and raise awareness of racial and ethnic disparities across health care sectors.
The Health Advocates are joined by Sarah Shaw, Senior Manager of BIPOC Community Outreach at GHLF, for a discussion on the disproportionate burden of chronic disease in the Black community, barriers to health care, racism in health care, and ultimately, how we can come together as a community and advocate year-round. In this conversation, we delve into actionable steps for fostering inclusivity and driving future advancements in health care access and equity.
Among the highlights in this episode:
00:56: Steven Newmark, Director of Policy at GHLF, discusses the initiation of Medicare price negotiations as part of the Inflation Reduction Act, highlighting the significant step toward potentially reducing drug prices
02:05: Our hosts discuss the Supreme Court's decision to take up a case on COVID misinformation and its implications on the First Amendment, emphasizing the balance between free speech and public health
04:25: The topic shifts to health equity, race, and public health outcomes in honor of Black History Month, with Sarah Shaw sharing insights on the work GHLF is doing and the broader importance of the month
05:18: Sarah shares about her role at GHLF in amplifying BIPOC voices and her personal experience living with chronic illnesses
06:13: Our hosts and guest discuss the widespread impact of health disparities across different diseases and the importance of addressing racism and social determinants in health care
07:08: Sarah provides examples of the disproportionate burden of chronic diseases on the Black community, including the impact of COVID-19 and misdiagnoses due differences in skin color
10:56: Sarah shares her personal journey in finding health care providers who reflect her background and ethnicity, highlighting the challenges and the difference it made in her care
14:54: Steven reflects on the individual and systemic efforts needed to improve health care access and reduce disparities
17:39: The discussion concludes shedding light on the collective effort required to address health care disparities, emphasizing collaboration between patients, medical schools, and advocacy organizations
For more information, you can visit: <a href="https://ghlf.org/black-history-month/">https://ghlf.org/black-history-month/</a> <a href="https://ghlf.org/chronic-illness/black-history-advocating-equity/">https://ghlf.org/chronic-illness/black-history-advocating-equity/</a>
Contact Our Hosts
Steven Newmark, Director of Policy at GHLF: <a href="mailto:snewmark@ghlf.org">snewmark@ghlf.org</a>
Zoe Rothblatt, Associate Director, Community Outreach at GHLF: <a href="mailto:zrothblatt@ghlf.org">zrothblatt@ghlf.org</a>
A podcast episode produced by Ben Blanc, Manager of Programs &amp; Special Projects at GHLF.
We want to hear what you think. Send your comments in the form of an email, video, or audio clip of yourself to <a href="mailto:podcasts@ghlf.org">podcasts@ghlf.org</a>
Catch up on all our episodes on our website or on your favorite podcast channel.

A podcast that breaks down major health news of the week to help you make sense of it all. Our goal is to help you understand what’s happening in the healthcare world to help you make informed decisions to live your best life.

A podcast that breaks down major health news of the week to help you make sense of it all. Our goal is to help you understand what&rsquo;s happening in the healthcare world to help you make informed decisions to live your best life.

The Health Advocates

A podcast that breaks down major health news of the week to help you make sense of it all. Our goal is to help you understand what’s happening in the healthcare world to help you make informed decisions to live your best life. The podcast is part of the Global Healthy Living Foundation Podcast Network and hosted by Steven Newmark, Chief of Policy at GHLF, and Zoe Rothblatt, Director of Community Outreach at GHLF.

A podcast that breaks down major health news of the week to help you make sense of it all. Our goal is to help you understand what’s happening in the healthcare world to help you make informed decisions to live your best life. The podcast is part of the Global Healthy Living Foundation Podcast Network and hosted by Steven Newmark, Chief of Policy at GHLF, and Zoe Rothblatt, Director of Community Outreach at GHLF.

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