3 Black Docs

March is Multiple Meyeloma Awareness Month. In this episode, The Docs go over the signs and symptoms of multiple myeloma, how it is diagnosed, and some ways to help lower your risk.  Multiple myeloma is a cancer that forms in a type of white blood cell called a plasma cell. Healthy plasma cells help you fight infections by making antibodies that recognize and attack germs. In multiple myeloma, can...

The Docs always say "health begins at home", but beyond personal responsibility our health is impacted by other factors of our environment known as the Social Determinants of Health. What are they? Why do they matter? And how do they contribute to health disparities? How do they impact cancer outcomes? The World Health Organization (WHO) defines Social Determinants of Health as the non-medical fac...

What do you want to know about the COVID Vaccine? Should cancer patients get the vaccine? Is it safe for Black people? What are some of the side effects? The Docs get into the questions they've been asked and talk about the data surrounding the vaccine and the different companies producing the vaccine.  Things you should know about the COVID-19 Vaccine: The Vaccine is not killing people. COVID is....

As part of Black History Month, we are going in-depth into some of the social determinants of health and how they are impacted - or instituted - by society at large. This week, we take a look at the policies of redlining and the long term impact of forced segregation on the Black community. In the 30s, the Federal Housing Administration began a policy known as "redlining" as part of the New Deal....

How can we begin to build trust in the Black community? A twitter question prompts a discussion about how institutions can invest in and build trust in underserved communities. The Docs ask: is it possible to have a for profit healthcare system that also invests in the community? What institutions do you still trust?  We understand that for institutions to build trust in communities, it has to be...

January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month! This episode is all about screening and prevention of cervical cancer; and The Docs take an in-depth look into how access to health education and medical care (or lack thereof) can affect specific regions and populations. Cervical cancer is caused by the Human Papillomavirus (HPV). As Dr. Tiffany referenced from the article , "Nobody should die of cervic...

Do you have new goals for this year? The Docs discuss their New Year traditions and goals for 2021.  -- New Episodes every Tuesday, available wherever you get your podcasts!  Rate and Subscribe! Also, join us for our monthly live podcasts on Facebook and Youtube! Sign Up for our newsletter here or at 3BlackDocs.com  Join the Conversation! Follow us on social media! 3 Black Docs facebook.com/3black...

 The Docs reflect on the events of Breach of the Capitol and the Culture of Violence that has become pervasive in the US. The actions we witnessed have been brewing for awhile, and the Docs discuss some of the changes they've seen in their lifetimes that have contributed to this new culture, such as scanning for exits in the movie theatre. -- New Episodes every Tuesday, available wherever you get...

How has Dr. Google, or the internet, affected how patients receive care? How are physicians dealing with the added pressures of COVID misinformation? -- New Episodes every Tuesday! Rate and Subscribe so you don't miss a beat! Also, join us for our monthly live podcasts on Facebook and Youtube! Join the Conversation! Follow us on social media! 3 Black Docs facebook.com/3blackdocs twitter.com/3black...

What is school like for kids? What is isolation like for our elders? Dr. Tiffany and Dr. Zanetta talk about how their family lives have changed since COVID and how they are finding ways to stay virtually connected to their parents. Dr. Karen speaks on the toll of isolation.   Stay tuned in for a special holiday message from Dr. Zanetta! -- New Episodes every Tuesday! Rate and Subscribe so you don'...

Happy Holidays! The Docs talk about their go to holiday movie traditions and the new Netflix movie "Jingle Jangle"! AND - for the first time!- we hear from our producer, Ashley Winkfield. (Also, at the end is a bonus message from Dr. Tiffany!)  Merry Christmas everyone! -- New Episodes every Tuesday! Rate and Subscribe so you don't miss a beat! Also, join us for our monthly live podcasts on Facebo...

What is life like for caretakers? Dr. Karen gets personal about her experience taking care of her late husband and the struggles of advocating in the healthcare system. Dr. Zanetta speaks to the the role she plays in her family Dedicated to Jeffrey Walker (1960-2018).  -- New Episodes every Tuesday! Rate and Subscribe so you don't miss a beat! Also, join us for our monthly live podcasts on Faceboo...

The Docs delve into Dr. Tiffany's special focus: Lifestyle Medicine! Why is it important? How can it improve outcomes for patients? How does 30 minutes on movement each day make us healthier and stronger physically and mentally? TTM: The Transtheoretical Model (Stages of Change) suggests that individuals move through six stages of change: precontemplation, contemplation, preparation, action, maint...

The holidays are the perfect opportunity to begin to talk to your families about family health history and your healthcare wishes. Tanya Hicks, RN, MSN talks about how to start those difficult discussions and where to find resources to help you and your family be in the best possible situation when loved ones are sick or incapacitated, especially during COVID-19.  -- New Episodes every Tuesday! Ra...

Dr. Sterling deep dives into new methods of smoking, such as e-cigs, vapes, and cigarillos, and why they are so attractive to teens. Tools & Tips for Quitting Smoking: https://smokefree.gov How to find your local Quitline Open Enrollment for Health Insurance is open until December 15th! Sign up at healtcare.gov Dr. Kymberle Sterling is a tobacco control behavioral scientist with expertise in apply...

Dr. Sterling deep dives into new methods of smoking, such as e-cigs, vapes, and cigarillos, and why they are so attractive to teens. Dr. Kymberle Sterling is a tobacco control behavioral scientist with expertise in applying survey and qualitative research methods to assess rates and understand determinants of novel tobacco product use (e.g. little cigars, cigarillos, hookah, electronic cigarettes)...

After a long week of waiting for results, it was finally announced that former Vice President Joe Biden and Senator Kamala Harris won the 2020 election. This is a historic win for Vice President Elect Kamala Harris: the first woman, the first Black person, the first Indian-American person, the first HBCU graduate to be elected to such a high office. What expectations are made of her because of the...

When should "end of life", "goals of care" and hospice conversations be introduced to patient discussions? How can these conversations be made easier for providers, patients, and their families? What is the best way to manage expectations for patients, while giving the agency and without taking away their hope? This week, The Docs go into all of this and more, recounting their own experiences with...

What are some myths you may have heard about Breast Cancer? Maybe something about deoderant causing cancer? What about radiation from screenings? The Docs break down some of the most common myths about Breast Cancer in this week's episode!   For more information about the Prostate Health Genetic Testing, visit Invitae -- New Episodes every Tuesday! Rate and Subscribe so you don't miss a beat! Also...

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It's Breast Cancer Awareness Month! We are continuing our conversation on Breast Cancer Basics, starting with Radiation Therapy and the different types of treatment you may receive.   This episode was originally recorded for Living Beyond Breast Cancer as an intro to their Knowledge is power: Understanding Black breast cancer series.   Living Beyond Breast Cancer offers trusted information and a c...

It's Breast Cancer Awareness Month! We are bringing you the top things that you should know if you, or your loved one, is newly diagnosed, what to expect from treatment, and what to say to your doctor to ensure you're receving the best care possible.   This episode was originally recorded for Living Beyond Breast Cancer as an intro to their Knowledge is power: Understanding Black breast cancer ser...

Everything you ever wanted to know about Prostate Cancer, from screening to prevention to anatomy. September is #ProstateCancerAwarenessMonth. Tune in to our social media for more facts about Black men and Prostate cancer. From our June HAPPY HOUR LIVE at the end of #MensHealthMonth   PSA: The PSA test is a blood test used primarily to screen for prostate cancer. The test measures the amount of pr...

 Jamil Rivers (@JamilKali) returns to continue our conversation about patient advocacy and how to support and find resources for cancer patients! Jamil Rivers was diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer de novo at age 39. Determined to fight and be here for her children, husband and family, she researched vigorously to learn how to best prepare for her battle to survive. With chemotherapy in conju...

This week we are joined by the incredible Jamil Rivers (@JamilKali) who shares her story of surviving metastatic breast cancer and becoming an advocate for other patients. Tune in for Part II next week!   Jamil Rivers was diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer de novo at age 39. Determined to fight and be here for her children, husband and family, she researched vigorously to learn how to best pr...