A Healthier Tomorrow

Episode Summary: In this special Thanksgiving edition of "A Healthier Tomorrow," hosts Will Rucker and Ciara Owens explore the profound impact of gratitude on health and well-being. As they discuss what it means to be truly thankful, they delve into personal practices and actionable insights that can enhance both mental and physical health. The conversation provides a warm, reflective narrative th...

About the Guest: Kiande Jakada: Kiande Jakada serves as an HIV Health Educator at The Center. With a career in HIV/AIDS advocacy and education starting back in 1997, Kiande has dedicated much of his professional journey to increasing awareness and understanding about HIV as it affects diverse communities. He plays a key role in outreach initiatives, hosting educational programs and handling health...

About the Guests: Rayleen Earney : Rayleen is a representative from the Southern Nevada Health District, where she focuses on diabetes self-management and education. With extensive experience in health promotion and chronic disease prevention,  Ra yleen has committed her career to providing essential health resources and education to the community. She brings a wealth of knowledge about healt...

About the Guests: Dr. Steven Shane: Dr. Steven Shane is a board-certified pediatrician specializing in obesity medicine. He works at Renown Children's Hospital in Reno, Nevada, and has over a decade of experience dealing with childhood obesity. Dr. Shane is a major proponent of the 5210 program, which promotes healthy habits for children. Jake Yarberry: Jake is a Registered Dietitian and Nutr...

About the Guests: Dr. Chris Mariano : Dr. Mariano is a pediatric nurse practitioner and the supervisor for the immunizations clinic at the Southern Nevada Health District. With over 21 years of nursing experience and a focus on pediatric care, Dr. Mariano has dedicated herself to public health for the past 13 years. Her passion is ensuring the health and wellness of children in Clark County by pro...

In this compelling episode of Healthier Tomorrow, host Will Rucker, along with co-host Ciara Owens, dives into a myriad of pressing health issues facing the community. With their dynamic roster of guests, they explore the significance of secondhand smoke, men's mental health, cardiovascular health, and the importance of voting for community wellbeing. Nelly Pelaez from the Southern Nevada Health D...

About the Guests: Rayleen Earney is an experienced health educator at the Southern Nevada Health District, with a personal connection to the fight against diabetes. With 25 years at the health district, Rayleen brings both personal and professional expertise to the table, having witnessed the impact of diabetes within her family. She is passionate about teaching classes and providing resources to...

About the Guests: Brianna Barber is an influential figure within the YMCA of Southern Nevada, serving as its Executive Director. With over two decades of experience at the YMCA, Barber has dedicated her career to fostering community engagement, promoting accessible healthcare, and advocating for healthy living. Under her leadership, the YMCA has launched various initiatives that focus on chronic d...

About the Guests: Mekale Holmes is a health professional from the Southern Nevada Health District dedicated to organizing and leading community health initiatives. With a focus on topics like tobacco use and its impact on the African American community, Holmes has been instrumental in planning important community events such as health summits and brings vast knowledge on public health issues. Jose...

In this impactful episode of "A Healthier Tomorrow," hosts Will Rucker and Alisa Howard, along with guests Mekale Holmes and Raychel Holbert from the Southern Nevada Health District, address crucial health issues in the African American community. Mourning a recent tragedy at UNLV, they focus on the importance of community support and delve into HIV prevention and tobacco control. Holmes and Holbe...

Summary: Shannon Proctor, the Executive Director of the American Lung Association in Southern Nevada, joins the show to discuss the importance of lung health and the organization's efforts to raise awareness about lung cancer. October is Healthy Lung Month, and Shannon emphasizes the need for early detection of lung cancer, as it is the leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States....

Nelly Pelaez from the Southern Nevada Health District discusses the dangers of secondhand smoke in multi-unit housing and the initiative to create smoke-free apartments. She provides resources and support for apartment managers and owners who want to implement smoke-free policies. Roxy Gonzales and Jenn Shin from the Nurse Family Partnership program talk about the benefits of breastfeeding for bot...

Dr. Sheldon Jacobs and Richard Davis joined hosts Will Rucker and Alisa Howard on "A Healthier Tomorrow" to discuss the importance of mental health awareness, particularly in minority communities. Dr. Jacobs shared his personal experience and highlighted the need for education and destigmatization. Richard Davis discussed the Freedom from Smoking program and the success they have had in helping in...

Dive into this riveting episode of "A Healthier Tomorrow" as we focus on two critical areas of health awareness - Men's Health and Sickle Cell Disease. In the first half, we engage with Sylvester Obafunwa and Sean Tory, the innovative minds behind the Men's Room, a pioneering initiative focused on men's mental health. We discuss the inspiration behind this project, its importance, and how you can...